How does software piracy affect businesses and developers?

The impact of software piracy on businesses and developers is profound. Lost revenue from pirated software hinders R&D, compromises job creation, and discourages innovation. For startups and independent developers, piracy can mean the difference between sustainability and collapse. Additionally, pirated versions often lead to an increase in customer support costs due to security issues or malfunctioning software. For businesses distributing legitimate software, piracy undercuts market share and pricing models. Aiplex Anti-Piracy helps protect software companies from these losses by tracking piracy sources, issuing takedown notices, and removing counterfeit copies from online platforms.