Video Stream Digital Watermarking

Overview

Piracy within the industry of livestreamed content is prevalent and violates the rights of the owners of the stolen content. Video Stream Digital Watermarking technology introduces a solution for securing digital assets through invisible watermarking technology specifically designed for livestream video files. By embedding imperceptible and tamper-resistant watermarks into video streams, this watermarking technology provides robust content protection and serves as a powerful deterrent against unauthorized use and piracy. Leveraging metadata within video stream segments, the technology seamlessly integrates unique identification markers that remain hidden to viewers and require specialized tools to detect or remove. By placing identifying markers within each user's version of the content, we can quickly identify the pirating user, and keep them from continuing to steal content from our clients. Identifying the pirates from the legitimate users will keep our client's content safe, the consumers satisfied with their purchase, and deter future pirates.

Community Benefit

With a focus on invisibility and speed, Video Stream Digital Watermarking empowers content creators, distributors, and rights holders to safeguard their intellectual property, ensure fair attribution, and preserve the value of their digital creations. The implications of this watermarking technology could extend beyond content protection, benefiting industries such as live media, photography, filmmaking, publishing, and music by enhancing attribution and copyright enforcement capabilities.

Team Members

• Charles Pyfrom
• James Quinapallo
• Mark Altshuler
• Manuel Castro

Sponsors

Warner Bros. Discovery