China's Ongoing Battle Against Piracy: Can Legitimate Businesses Compete?

The video discusses the entrenched nature of the piracy business in China, highlighting the challenges authorities face in shutting it down. Legitimate copies struggle to compete with pirated ones due to price differences. The economic impact is significant, with billions diverted from legitimate businesses. Warner Home Entertainment plans to tackle this issue by introducing a new anti-piracy strategy, including competitive pricing for DVDs in collaboration with China Audio Video.

What makes it difficult for authorities to shut down the piracy business?

• The deep entrenchment of the business

• The high quality of pirated products

• The lack of legal frameworks

• The support from local communities

How much revenue did piracy divert from legitimate businesses in China last year?

• 20 billion U.S. dollars

• 10 billion U.S. dollars

• 12 billion U.S. dollars

• 16 billion U.S. dollars

What is Warner Home Entertainment's strategy to combat piracy in China?

• Selling DVDs at a lower price than pirated versions

• Selling DVDs at a slightly higher price than pirated versions

• Offering free digital downloads

• Partnering with local authorities

Who is Warner Home Entertainment partnering with for their anti-piracy strategy?

• China Audio Video

• Local government agencies

• International law firms

• Other entertainment companies

What is the price Warner plans to sell their DVDs for in China?

• CN¥25

• CN¥22

• CN¥20

• CN¥18