Ahead of the highly anticipated Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk heavyweight rematch this Saturday, BeStreamWise is issuing a stark warning to viewers considering watching the fight through illegal streams: doing so could expose you to significant security risks.
As criminal networks increasingly control illegal streaming operations, viewers who turn to these streams may unknowingly put their personal data—and banking information—into the hands of fraudsters. In fact, research reveals that 1 in 3 (32%) individuals in the UK who stream illegally have been victims of fraud, scams, or identity theft as a result.
“Choosing to bypass official channels to watch the highly anticipated Fury vs. Usyk fight this Saturday isn’t just risky—it’s illegal and can expose you to serious dangers,” warned Kieron Sharp, CEO of BeStreamWise partner FACT.
“Illegal streaming puts consumers at risk of malware, financial theft, and the compromise of personal data, such as emails, photos, and browsing history. During events of high viewership, fraudsters are targeting unsuspecting viewers.”
“BeStreamWise is dedicated to raising awareness about the significant dangers of illegal streaming, educating on the facts, and ensuring consumers know where to safely watch the content they love. Boxing fans should enjoy the fight offered by official providers, rather than facing the risks of being a target to criminal operations.”
This warning follows the recent conviction of a man from Liverpool jailed for three years after selling illegal streaming devices, and with further clampdowns planned against criminal organisations facilitating these services.
