Noida: 6 Held in Global Pirated OTT Scam Targeting NRIs

• Noida police busted a cyber fraud operation selling pirated OTT subscriptions like Netflix and Prime Video to NRIs globally.
• Six individuals were arrested in Noida for operating a fake call center that duped Indian expatriates with "lifetime" discounted streaming access.
• The scam targeted NRIs in the US, Canada, Australia, and Gulf countries, using illegal IPTV servers and third-party software for pirated content.
• Victims were charged $100-$300 repeatedly, with the fraudsters using 'man-in-the-middle' attacks to steal sensitive information.
• Police seized multiple digital devices, revealing international transactions and evidence of illegal streaming, with further arrests expected.

Why It Matters: This exposes a global cyber scam, risking users' finances and personal data.