An international operation coordinated by Europol and with the participation of LALIGA has dealt a heavy blow to audiovisual piracy networks. Authorities arrested 29 people and managed to remove more than 27,000 URLs that illegally distributed sports content and movies. The action focused on dismantling the server and domain infrastructure that enabled illegal streaming.
How the illegal server network worked 🖥️
The organization used a system of cloud servers and proxies to redirect traffic and hide their real location. They employed load balancing techniques and fake CDNs to avoid detection and maintain stable service during live matches. Investigators managed to trace cryptocurrency payments and domain registrations, identifying the administrators who managed the platforms from several countries. The simultaneous shutdown of the main servers prevented migration to new addresses.
The pirates' savings: 27,000 excuses not to pay for the subscription 😅
With 27,000 fewer URLs, many fans will have to find new ways to justify their refusal to pay for the subscription. Some already claim that the quality of the links was superior to that of the official platform, although they cut out right at the decisive penalty. The operation has left these users with two options: pay for the subscription or go back to the mobile radio, which at least doesn't freeze at the crucial moment.