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Irdeto has confirmed the launch of a new technology designed as a \u201cwatermarking solution\u201d to act as a bulwark against gaming leaks.<\/p>\n
TraceMark for Games<\/a>\u00a0comes from the same company responsible for the contentious Denuvo<\/a> digital rights management system, with the new release able to add markers to video game content<\/a> to act as invisible identifiers.<\/p>\n These tags allow content to be traced back to the source, as already utilized across media output such as sports broadcasts, TV shows, and movies.<\/p>\n Irdeto, the digital platform cybersecurity firm, has placed faith in the qualities of TraceMark, taking the view it will act as a deterrent to dissuade individuals from leaking game content when accessing early play tests, beta, or reviews.<\/p>\n Its features include flexible watermark generation to match specific requirements, with quick and easy deployment to the user\u2019s consumer base and a wide range of devices and platforms.<\/p>\n Irdeto positions TraceMark for Gaming as the solution for clients to \u201cenjoy peace of mind throughout the content lifecycle, from development to distribution.\u201d<\/p>\n The video game industry has been beset with hacks and leaks in recent times, with even non-disclosure agreements being broken as was the case with Skate<\/a> when early content surfaced. Grand Theft Auto VI is another prominent title to be impacted, with hacks resulting in leaks of the long-awaited release, undermining the official release<\/a> more than a year later.<\/p>\n TraceMark isn\u2019t being presented as a cure for all ills on leaks, nor does it claim to be. It most likely won\u2019t have a significant impact on the unwanted, unauthorized flow of content from headline gaming titles but for the early stages and development of many new releases, it could prove to be a useful tool.<\/p>\n TraceMark for Gaming will be supported by Windows, Xbox, iOS, and Switch.<\/p>\nWhat\u2019s the problem with hacks and leaking?<\/h2>\n