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New 'dodgy' Fire TV Stick crackdown to block streaming Premier League fans


Published on 2024-12-05 12:35:50 - The Mirror
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  • UK authorities and the Premier League are focusing on another major push to stop illicit streaming via so-called 'dodgy' Fire TV Sticks which have grown popular with football fans

The article from the Mirror discusses the issue of illegal streaming of Premier League football matches using devices like the Amazon Fire Stick. It highlights that despite efforts to crack down on piracy, the use of modified Fire Sticks to access free streams remains prevalent. The Premier League has taken legal action against individuals selling these devices pre-loaded with software to illegally stream content, with one notable case involving a man named Paul Faulkner who was ordered to pay £500,000 in damages. The article also mentions the risks associated with using these illegal streams, including potential legal consequences for viewers, as well as the broader implications for the sports broadcasting industry, which loses significant revenue to piracy. Additionally, it touches on the ongoing battle between content providers and pirates, with the Premier League investing heavily in anti-piracy measures.

Read the Full The Mirror Article at:
[ https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/amazon-fire-stick-premier-league-34256063 ]
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