Multichoice warns South Africans illegally streaming DStv content that they face legal action and potential imprisonment. The company can track users through both pirate networks and individual viewing.
Multichoice has warned that they are able to track individuals who illegally access their DStv content and will be pursuing legal action against them. In South Africa, piracy – the unlawful distribution of licensed content – is considered a criminal offence under the Copyright Law . Those found guilty can face a hefty fine or jail time. Others have continued to stream DStv without being a paying subscriber. Pirated streaming networks offer content for free or at drastically reduced prices.
Multichoice has stated that high-quality content and advanced streaming technology have made it easier for pirates to illegally acquire and redistribute content. However, a growing list of those who have been trying to access their pay-TV content illicitly have faced the long arm of the law. While those behind illegal networks are continually being investigated, arrested, and prosecuted, those who benefit from them could be next. Irdeto’s anti-piracy director, Frikkie Jonker, revealed that Multichoice can track criminals who offer services to illegally stream DStv channels. He added that they are also able to identify those who stream them. Under the Copyright Act, those found guilty of viewing illegal streaming services can face a fine of R5,000 or three years in jail for first-time offenders. Repeat offenders are ordered to pay R10,000 or serve five years imprisonment. According to the former Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development in South Africa, piracy has the potential to “collapse the industry.” he said, “Piracy has a serious negative effect on our economy and on the ability of our creative professionals to earn a living”
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