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As ‘Game of Thrones’ Returns, Is Sharing Your HBO Password O.K.?

July 12, 2017

The effect on the companies’ bottom lines remains unclear, but a study by Parks Associates, a research group, found that sharing cost the streaming video industry $500 million in 2015.

One reason the companies appear hesitant to police the passwords harder: Freeloaders could become the next customers.

From the article "As ‘Game of Thrones’ Returns, Is Sharing Your HBO Password O.K.?" by Daniel Victor.

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As ‘Game of Thrones’ Returns, Is Sharing Your HBO Password O.K.?

Previously In The News

Smart Home Gadgets Need To Live Together

Only 4% Of People Share Passwords For Services Like Netflix Outside Their Families

Sharing Netflix Or HBO Go Passwords Is Technically Federal Crime Under 9th Circuit Ruling

Netflix's Competitors Are Quickly Closing The Gap in A Crucial Area

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