Industry Oct 7, 2026
Industry Stakeholders Cite Lack of Legal Risk in Streaming Fraud
In short
The streaming fraudster who pleaded guilty to wire fraud conspiracy in relation to an $8 million streaming scam will be sentenced next week.
Originally published by
Complete Music Update
Industry stakeholders have informed a judge that streaming fraud is encouraged by a "perceived lack of a legal risk." This statement comes as a streaming fraudster, who admitted to wire fraud conspiracy related to an $8 million scam, awaits sentencing. The Music Fights Fraud Alliance emphasizes that the sentence should address the "systemic harm" caused by such activities. Originally reported by Complete Music Update.