Premier League Joins Forces to Combat Illegal Streaming
Premier League, Thai authorities, and the British Embassy collaborated in Bangkok to combat illegal streaming and protect consumers from fraud and malware risks. The joint effort includes law enforcement raids that shut down major piracy ne
Premier League held a reception in Bangkok with JAS, a broadcast rights partner, and the British Embassy in Thailand, bringing together government representatives, law enforcement, and media to emphasize cooperation in preventing and combating copyright infringement online while protecting Thai consumers.
The event reflects strong collaboration between Premier League, JAS, the British government, and Thai authorities, reaffirming their joint commitment to protecting intellectual property and encouraging football fans to watch Premier League matches only through authorized, legitimate platforms with the highest quality and safety standards.
Attendees included representatives from the British Embassy, JAS, Thai government agencies, law enforcement, and industry stakeholders, all working toward the shared goal of preventing copyright infringement and protecting consumers. The event also showcased progress in anti-piracy efforts in Thailand, with key attendee Nicola Pollit, British Ambassador to Thailand.
Efforts include law enforcement operations and raids on illegal broadcasting networks linked to organized crime, blocking copyright-infringing websites, and ongoing public awareness through the "Boot Out Piracy" campaign aimed at educating consumers about the risks and impacts of copyright infringement. Earlier this week, the Technology and Information Crime Bureau and Special Operations Division of the Special Investigation Department (DSI), following information from Premier League and JAS, conducted raids at six locations across Thailand and successfully shut down the Doopenteam website network, one of Thailand's most well-known copyright infringement services.
The reception emphasized the risks consumers face from illegal streaming services, including cybercrime, fraud, malware, and various scams. Earlier research commissioned by Premier League found that illegal streaming websites pose significantly higher consumer risks than legitimate legal services. In Thailand, the most popular copyright-infringing websites are six times more likely to expose football fans to fraud than legal websites.
Both parties stressed that revenue from legal broadcast agreements is crucial for supporting overall football development, including grassroots football and community projects benefiting fans and stakeholders across Thailand. Choosing authorized services supports continued investment in football and long-term growth of the sport.
Stefan Sergot, Head of Legal and Enforcement for Premier League Asia-Pacific, stated: "Thailand is one of Premier League's important markets with a fan base deeply passionate about football, and we are proud to work with JAS, the British Embassy, and Thai authorities to address the threat of copyright infringement."
"Copyright infringement is not a victimless issue."
