Naver Webtoon Reports Revenue Growth Following Shutdown of Major Piracy Site
Naver Webtoon experienced a significant increase in paid episode purchases after the closure of the illegal site Newtoki. The company attributes this growth to the effectiveness of its Toon Radar anti-piracy system and government enforcement efforts.
Data indicates that paid purchases for titles previously leaked on illegal platforms surged nearly eightfold immediately following the shutdown of Newtoki. Naver Webtoon maintains a 99.8% defense rate against leaks, ensuring that creators receive a larger share of revenue. The company continues to collaborate with international law enforcement to dismantle global piracy networks. These combined efforts have successfully redirected readers back to legitimate platforms.
