by Colin Mann, Advanced Television — 1 May 2026
New research commissioned by the Alliance for Creativity and Entertainment (ACE) has exposed the major cybersecurity risks facing consumers of pirated content across Latin America.
The study found that piracy sites are up to 21 times riskier than legitimate platforms. Illegal streaming, P2P networks, and scam sites are increasingly used to spread malware, steal personal data, and enable financial fraud.
The findings highlight piracy as not just a legal issue but a widespread consumer protection and cybersecurity challenge, prompting calls for coordinated action among governments, ISPs, and industry stakeholders.
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