New Google search algorithm to demote piracy sites

In what is most likely another nod to Hollywood lobbyists, Google announced over the weekend that it would be changing its search algorithm (the formula which decides which stories go on the first page of search results) to prioritize content from legal sources. Sources with higher number of removal notices due to copyright complaints will appear lower in search result rankings. The Motion Picture of America expressed its satisfaction on the move saying they were optimistic the change would help steer people away from, “rogue cyberlockers, peer-to-peer sites, and other enterprises that steal the hard work of creators across the globe.” The change will be implemented this week.

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