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Illegal World Cup streamers blocked

A Japan fan reacts at Shibuya Crossing after watching a World Cup 2026 match on Friday. The DES Ministry is working to curb illegal streaming and online gambling platforms during the tournament.

The Digital Economy and Society (DES) Ministry has stepped up efforts to combat illegal streaming and online gambling platforms during the World Cup, forging closer cooperation with rights holder Monomax to accelerate the removal of infringing content and illicit websites.

DES deputy minister Nan Boonthida Somchai met with Navamin Prasopnet, chief executive of Mono Next Plc, to discuss measures aimed at tackling websites and digital platforms involved in unauthorised broadcasts of World Cup matches, as well as online gambling operations that exploit the tournament's popularity.

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