Industry Oct 7, 2026
Streaming Fraud: Industry Urges Judge to Consider Legal Risk in Sentencing
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 perpetuated by a "perceived lack of a legal risk." This statement comes ahead of the sentencing for a fraudster who pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud in connection with an $8 million streaming scam.
The Music Fights Fraud Alliance has recommended that the upcoming sentence should "reflect the systemic harm" caused by such schemes to deter future criminal activity. The sentencing is scheduled for next week. Originally reported by Complete Music Update.