What role does technology play in preventing theatrical piracy?

Advancements in anti-piracy technology have significantly improved the ability to detect and prevent unauthorized recordings. Forensic watermarking embeds invisible codes into film prints, allowing studios to trace leaks back to their source. Night vision monitoring and audio surveillance in theaters can detect recording devices in real time. Additionally, some cinemas use DRM (Digital Rights Management) systems to secure digital film files, preventing unauthorized copying. Artificial intelligence and machine learning are also being used to monitor piracy activity online and remove illegal copies before they gain widespread traction.