The incident described in the legacy article
The original Japanese article reported that, during a test of PiracyTakedown’s detection system on May 7, 2014, we found videos suspected to be leaked copies of works from a Japanese production company. It also stated that the company was contacted that day.
What the surviving record establishes
The surviving material consists of the contemporaneous account and its screenshot. It does not establish current availability, the rights holder’s final assessment, or a subsequent removal outcome. This article therefore does not claim a successful takedown or demonstrate a current detection rate.
Names of performers and titles, and links to suspected distribution pages, are unnecessary to explain the incident and are omitted. Reporting a detection should not amplify the suspected distribution.
Checks needed after discovery
- Compare the material with information held by the rights holder, rather than relying only on a title.
- Record page and file URLs, observation time, and the basis for the match.
- Have the rights holder or agent confirm permissions and authority to send a notice.
- Track notice receipt, confirmed removal, and re-uploads separately.
A detection is a lead for further action. It does not guarantee comprehensive discovery or removal.
Source: the preserved Japanese legacy article about leaked-video detection. See finding unauthorized copies, or contact us to discuss your work.