Microsoft Threat Intelligence has identified a large-scale malware campaign linked to pirate streaming sites that has infected nearly one million devices. Cybercriminals used malvertising (malicious ads) to redirect users through multiple layers of infected URLs. The goal was to steal personal data, with almost one million devices compromised in December 2024. How the Malware Attack […]

A former employee at a Memphis disc manufacturing plant could face up to 20 years in prison for stealing and selling pre-release DVDs and Blu-rays. Prosecutors say this theft led to the film’s early availability on torrent websites, resulting in widespread illegal downloads. The defendant, 37-year-old Steven Hale, faces serious charges, including criminal copyright infringement

Major Hollywood studios, including Amazon, Netflix, Disney, Paramount, and Apple, have launched a new legal offensive against operators of unverified IPTV services. The Alliance for Creativity and Entertainment (ACE), a leading anti-piracy group, has filed lawsuits aiming to shut down IPTV services and collect damages that could reach millions of dollars. Shrugs and Zing IPTV

Virtual private networks (VPNs) are becoming a common tool for internet users looking to protect their online activity, access restricted content, or save money on services. A recent CNET survey found that 43% of U.S. adults now use a VPN, with nearly half doing so to hide their IP address. With a growing sense of

Media companies are blaming Amazon’s Fire TV Stick for illegal streaming, leading to calls for Amazon to restrict its functionality. At the Financial Times’ Business of Football Summit, DAZN’s head of global rights, Tom Burrows, warned of an “almost crisis” in sports broadcasting due to piracy. Sky Group COO Nick Herm singled out jailbroken Fire

U.S. authorities have seized over 200 domains linked to major piracy brands like BuffStreams, VIPBox, and dozens of others. The operation coincided with the Super Bowl, ensuring maximum disruption to unauthorized broadcasts. These takedowns targeted .DEV and .APP domains of popular sports streaming websites. Many were registered through Porkbun, an American domain registrar, suggesting a

The cost of cable TV in the U.S. surged to an average of $147 per month in 2024, reflecting steady increases from major providers like Xfinity, Spectrum, and DIRECTV. This marks a sharp jump compared to past years, largely driven by multiple price hikes, hidden fees, and rising programming costs. For many households, bundling TV