The Importance of Geo-Blocking for Audiovisual Content
In the ongoing evaluation of the geo-blocking regulation, AAPA emphasises in its contribution the vital role geo-blocking measures play in protecting audiovisual services.
Maintaining geo-blocking is essential for safeguarding intellectual property and supporting exclusive agreements, which are crucial for our industry’s financial model.
Geo-blocking not only preserves cultural diversity but also protects jobs in the creative sector. It ensures that local audiences have access to tailored content while allowing for fair competition among broadcasters.
Abolishing or restricting geo-blocking poses significant risks, including potential revenue losses that could threaten thousands of cinemas and millions of jobs across Europe. To ensure a vibrant cultural landscape and protect the interests of consumers, it is imperative to maintain geo-blocking for audiovisual content. Let’s keep our creative industries strong!
AAPA represents companies involved in the provision of protected audiovisual services, including rights owners and broadcasters, security technology for such services, and the manufacturing of products which facilitate the delivery of such services. AAPAs mission is to lead the fight against audiovisual piracy across Europe and beyond through effective lobbying, supporting law enforcement and building partnerships to better tackle piracy. In light of the European Commissions evaluation of the geo-blocking regulation, we assert the critical need to maintain the exemption for audiovisual services. Geo-blocking is essential for protecting our members' intellectual property and exclusive agreements, which are foundational to their business models. More details in the attached submission.David Daniels
