

Doug Cavaliere shares how a recurring issue in post-production—unauthorized content leaks from playback sessions—inspired the development of Hidden Pixels. The technology embeds fingerprint-like data directly into the pixels of video files, allowing studios and producers to trace where leaked footage originated.
It’s a proactive approach to protecting creative work in an industry where leaks can cause major setbacks.
Key Topics
• Common security issues in post-production workflows
• How unauthorized content gets leaked via playback or screen capture
• Development of Hidden Pixels as a solution
• Fingerprint-style tracking technology embedded in video
• Protecting unreleased media assets and ensuring accountability
Quotes
• “We noticed a recurring security issue—content getting captured and posted before release.”
• “We looked at this issue as an opportunity to create a solution. Along came Hidden Pixels.”
• “We embed fingerprint-like information into the pixels of the video.”
• “If content gets leaked, we can trace exactly where it came from.”