A Historic Crackdown on Streaming Piracy

In a groundbreaking move against digital piracy, the infamous Streameast, the largest illegal sports streaming service in the world, has been officially shut down. This operation, which concluded after a year-long investigation led by a prominent U.S. anti-piracy group, reveals just how rampant unauthorized streaming has become.

Access to Over 80 Unauthorized Domains!

For its users, Streameast had become a treasure trove of free sports content, offering illegal access to a staggering 80 unauthorized domains. Fans could effortlessly stream live matches from the Premier League, Champions League, NFL, NBA, and MLB, with annual site traffic soaring to an astonishing 1.6 billion visits!

Coalition Against Piracy Takes Action

The Alliance for Creativity and Entertainment (ACE)—a coalition comprising over 50 heavyweights in global entertainment, including giants like Disney, HBO, and Netflix—partnered with Egyptian law enforcement to execute this large-scale sting operation on August 24.

Arrests and Major Seizures in Cairo

During the raid in Sheikh Zayed City, authorities apprehended two individuals on charges of copyright infringement. In a significant breakthrough, investigators seized laptops and smartphones, uncovering connections between Streameast and a dubious shell company in the UAE that allegedly laundered over $6 million in advertising revenue over the last 15 years.

What’s Next? The Fight Against Copycat Sites!

Although Streameast’s original domain has been rendered inactive, the specter of copycat sites looms large, as many attempt to fill the substantial void left by the shutdown. ACE is actively monitoring these emerging platforms, ensuring that they face scrutiny and potential repercussions.