All DMCA Notices Filed Against TorrentFreak in 2023 Were Bogus
In 2023, TorrentFreak faced multiple bogus DMCA takedown requests, all unfounded and demanding the removal of legitimate news articles. Many were automated, targeting unrelated URLs or using keyword-based methods without verifying content. Anti-piracy firms like Markscan and DigiGuardians frequently issued these requests, often forcing TorrentFreak to contest the claims to prevent Google from delisting its content. TorrentFreak described these notices as a waste of time and resources, noting that large platforms like Google often serve as a vital defense against these improper complaints.
