[Law] Operators of illegal streaming service Jetflicks convicted, could face years in prison

Summary: Five men have been convicted for operating Jetflicks, one of the largest unauthorized streaming services in the US, which generated millions of dollars in subscription revenue by streaming and distributing stolen copyrighted television episodes to paid subscribers.

Threat Actor: Jetflicks | Jetflicks

Key Point :

  • The accused individuals established Jetflicks, an online streaming service that downloaded and hosted illegal copies of television episodes from pirate websites.
  • Jetflicks made millions of dollars by streaming and distributing copyrighted content to tens of thousands of paid subscribers.
  • The five men were convicted of conspiracy to commit criminal copyright infringement.


Original Source: https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/five-men-convicted-operating-major-illegal-streaming-service

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