Sony erases digital content from libraries; we're reminded we don’t own what we buy

Sony discontinued its digital video store, removing access to previously purchased content from users' libraries. The company had been reducing the store's operations over several years before the shutdown. Users who bought digital movies and TV shows through the service lost access to their purchases. Sony offered refunds to affected customers. The shutdown reflects broader questions about digital ownership, as consumers who purchase digital content typically receive licenses rather than permanent ownership rights.

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