Bsa the Software Alliance (BSA)

Enforcement: in fy2023, solicited approximately 12,000 leads from the public concerning possible illegal uses of Software by companies; directed approximately 3,500 end-user enforcement actions seeking to end the illegal use of unlicensed Software by companies; took down approximately 118,000 webpages hosting infringing content on cyberlockers, file- sharing sites, and direct download (dd) sites; worked with marketplace and auction sites to take down more than 38,000 listings offering infringing Software products.

Policy: educated policymakers on the need for new or revised laws, regulations, and global agreements in the areas of artificial intelligence, data transfer mechanisms, privacy, cybersecurity, international trade, law enforcement access to data, workforce development, intellectual property rights and data services. Bsa also advocated against harmful policies, laws or regulations that would stifle innovation and adversely impact the ability of the Software industry to compete in the global marketplace.

Communications: engaged with us and global media to educate reporters and secure coverage for Bsa policy priorities and leaders; created and promoted editorial content featuring Bsa activities and Software industry leader perspectives; organized public affairs activiities worldwide in support of enterprise Software industry policy priorities.