Cracking Down on IPTV: Canada’s Anti-Piracy Efforts and IP Tracking Initiatives:

One significant recent development in the IPTV sector in Canada is the ongoing legal and regulatory scrutiny of IPTV services. There has been a major anti-piracy campaign targeting over 600 illegal IPTV services across various countries, including Canada. This initiative, known as Operation 404, has involved numerous law enforcement actions, such as the execution of search warrants and the seizure of websites and applications providing unauthorized IPTV services. These measures reflect a broader crackdown on illegal streaming and copyright infringement within the industry.

Additionally, there’s growing concern over privacy and tracking issues associated with IPTV usage in Canada. It has been reported that Canadian authorities are beginning to track the IP addresses of IPTV users. This tracking is part of a larger effort to curb illegal streaming practices, especially those that circumvent paid services for live television broadcasts. The tracking was reportedly intensified after the NHL won a court order to block some pirate IPTV services, highlighting the ongoing conflict between rights holders and illegal service providers​