Primewire.ru Case Study

What is Primewire?

http://speedydeletion.wikia.com/wiki/PrimeWire.ag

Explain what Primewire is and how it works.

When did it launch?

Where is it hosted?

How many page views does it receive?

What is its estimated revenue?

What are the legal implications of Primewire?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jk06arG9_TY

Give a brief outline of Richard O’dwyer’s case

Was he found guilty of copyright theft?.. (who by?)

What does this mean for Primewire?

How has the MPAA responded? 

http://www.cable.co.uk/news/major-isps-to-block-another-five-piracy-websites-801664066/

Is this an effective form of regulation?

What impact is it having on the film and TV industries?

UK cinema admissions: http://www.launchingfilms.com/research-databank/ 
2010: 173, 350 468   
2011: 171, 562 193   
2012: 172, 498 774)

What does the evidence suggest about UK cinema admissions?

Explain how piracy is affecting the FILM industry:

Explain how piracy is affecting the TV industry:

http://www.forbes.com/sites/karstenstrauss/2013/03/06/tv-and-film-piracy-threatening-an-industry/