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MagicGate (MG) is a copy-protection technology introduced by Sony in 1999 as part of the Secure Digital Music Initiative (SDMI).[1] It works by encrypting the content in devices and using MagicGate chips in both the storage device and the reader to enforce control over how files are copied.


MagicGate
Basic Information
Release Year 1999
Product Type Software, Hardware
In Production No
Official Website

Consumer impact summary

Overview of concerns that arise from the conduct towards users of the product (if applicable):

  • User Freedom
  • User Privacy
  • Business Model
  • Market Control

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Incidents

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This is a list of all consumer protection incidents related to this product line. Any incidents not mentioned here can be found in the MagicGate category.

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References

  1. "Sony Announces Memory Stick™ for Audio Application". Sony Group. 1999-09-22. Retrieved 2025-08-14.{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)

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