Illegal ‘fully loaded’ TV devices targeted

THOSE selling modified or “fully loaded” smart TV devices have been targeted in a third wave of action.

Fact, one of the world’s leading intellectual property protection organisations, protecting brands and businesses against fraud and IP crime and helping consumers to stay safe online, launched their next wave of action against those selling illegal access to premium TV content.

Addresses across the country, including in Limerick, have been targeted.

“The action is already having an impact, with the vast majority of illegal streaming services being shut down. Further action will be taken against those who fail to comply,” a spokesperson for Fact said.

Eddy Leviten chief operating officer at Fact, commented: “By taking these measures we are sending a clear message: piracy is a crime, and it is taken seriously. Fact will continue to monitor channels used to advertise and sell illegal streams, modified fire sticks, and other devices to take action against illegal IPTV suppliers...”