Unmasking a Piracy Network Disrupting a Major OTT Platform
How a Leading Media Company Used Piracy Reveal to Dismantle a High-Impact Piracy Operation
Client File
Challenge
Digital piracy impacted the client’s revenue streams and brand integrity through unauthorized real-time streaming of premium OTT content via a rogue app.
Objective
Trace the piracy operation, establish proof of copyright infringement, and enable enforcement using verified identities, financial trails, and platform data.
Outcomes
- ✓Illegal real-time streaming of premium OTT shows on a rogue app
- ✓Revenue loss due to piracy-induced subscriber churn
- ✓Need to identify financial channels and persons behind the operation
- ✓Requirement for a detailed enforcement-ready report
The Solution Strategy
Discover
Define
Design
Develop
Deploy
The Investigation
Platform Investigation
We conducted an in-depth analysis of the piracy app’s infrastructure, including its hosting setup, tech stack, and content streaming model.
Key findings:
- The app used real-time streaming to replicate client OTT content
- Pirated content was monetized through ads and third-party revenue sources
Pirated Content Mapping
We cataloged every instance of infringing material and matched it to the client’s licensed content library.
Key findings:
- Full overlap with the client’s premium shows
- Content design closely resembled official platform assets
Financial Trail Analysis
Using transaction tracking and payment forensics, we identified the financial backbone of the piracy operation.
Key findings:
- Payment gateways and revenue accounts were traced
- Monetization activity was connected to specific individuals
Identity Resolution
Through digital footprint analysis, we uncovered the actual identities behind the operation.
Key findings:
- Two individuals were identified and linked to the piracy infrastructure
- Their involvement in content hosting and revenue generation was confirmed
Enforcement-Ready Report and Legal Action
We compiled a complete case file with technical evidence, financial links, and verified identities.
Key findings:
- The report was handed to the client’s legal team for enforcement
- Law enforcement initiated action based on the compiled evidence
Case Closed: The Results
Key Achievements
- Both masterminds were arrested and the piracy platform was permanently taken down
- Other piracy sites began removing the client’s content proactively to avoid exposure
- Official platform traffic increased as users returned for legitimate access
- The brand regained control of its premium content and strengthened its legal position
- The investigation created a clear playbook for future anti-piracy efforts
"Pirates Alert turned a complex piracy threat into a closed case. Their ability to trace the people, platforms, and payments behind the operation was unmatched. Thanks to them, we didn’t just remove pirated content, we took down the entire network behind it.Piracy Reveal gave us the clarity, evidence, and confidence to act fast and reclaim our digital space."
Chief Legal & Anti-Piracy Officer
Entertainment Company
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