US government seizes hundreds of websites for illegally streaming FIFA World Cup matches | TheBriefWire
US government seizes hundreds of websites for illegally streaming FIFA World Cup matches
Published 28 June 2026 ยท sports
US authorities have dismantled nearly 400 websites illegally streaming FIFA World Cup matches, a move aimed at disrupting criminal networks profiting from piracy. This operation
US authorities have dismantled nearly 400 websites illegally streaming FIFA World Cup matches, a move aimed at disrupting criminal networks profiting from piracy. This operation, dubbed 'Operation Offsides,' highlights the US commitment to protecting intellectual property. Viewers are warned of significant risks, including malware and data compromise, when accessing unauthorized streams. International collaboration was key to seizing domains in multiple countries.
Published: June 28, 2026 โข 1:20 PM IST ยท Updated: June 28, 2026 โข 1:32 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
Key points
US authorities have dismantled nearly 400 websites illegally streaming FIFA World Cup matches, a move aimed at disrupting criminal networks profiting from piracy.
This operation, dubbed 'Operation Offsides,' highlights the US commitment to protecting intellectual property.
Viewers are warned of significant risks, including malware and data compromise, when accessing unauthorized streams.
International collaboration was key to seizing domains in multiple countries.