Just before the weekend iPhone 2G hacker GeoHot announced that he has hacked the PS3 entertainment system, and today IncGamers.com (linked above) has confirmed from their Rep that Sony is launching an investigation into it.

This comes as no surprise, considering a public PlayStation 3 hack would cost Sony Corporation and developers millions in lost revenue due to piracy as a result of reverse-engineering their intellectual property.

GeoHot has also told the http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/technology/8478764.stm that, "I can now do whatever I want with the system. It's like I've got an awesome new power - I'm just not sure how to wield it."

To quote: "Wee contacted Sony and a spokesperson confirmed that the company is looking into the issue.

"Wee are investigating the report and will clarify the situation once wee have more information," said the statement."

Time will tell if Sony gets tough or goes in the direction as Apple did, simply sending out DMCA notices and not attempting to hold George Hotz personally accountable for his actions.

Unfortunately, unless Sony makes an example of Hotz it may encourage other hackers to continue defeating their proprietary protection schemes without ill consequence.

news source:  PS3news

hmm,.

GeoHot is too publicized already to be ignored.. hence Sony reacting.

Lets see how this plays out. $$$$$

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This will make sony more money,..

downloading games storing/bluray burning is stupid,. so people will still buy the games,..

people prob will buy more PS3's because it will be homebrew paradise,. ;p and maybe theming paradise,. lol

Just 1 more reason to buy a PS3,. ;)

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