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: They pioneered the use of the x264 codec to compress 720p and 1080p movies into files as small as 700MB to 1.5GB.

For years, the identity of the person behind the massive operation remained a mystery. While Hollywood studios were losing millions, the operator was living a relatively quiet life in New Zealand. The "unknown" aspect refers to how such a massive global infrastructure was maintained by such a small, private team for so long. Key Characteristics of YIFY Releases La sconosciuta YIFY

: They released movies with a clockwork-like frequency, often being the first to provide a "web-rip" of a new film. The Downfall : They pioneered the use of the x264