Singapore has stepped up its fight against digital piracy after the High Court granted a new site-blocking order targeting 53 illegal streaming domains operating under 22 major piracy website brands. The move marks another decisive intervention aimed at curbing the widespread unauthorised streaming and downloading of video content in the country.

The order has been secured by BBC Studios, the Premier League and DFL Deutsche Fußball Liga, and focuses on piracy platforms that were among the most heavily accessed by users in Singapore. According to an official press release issued by the Asia Video Industry Association (AVIA), the action reinforces Singapore’s position as one of the most proactive markets in the region when it comes to copyright enforcement and protection of legitimate content ecosystems.

AVIA’s Coalition Against Piracy (CAP), which announced the development, highlighted that while site-blocking remains an effective tool, piracy services are becoming increasingly sophisticated. These platforms are no longer limited to copyright violations alone but are now linked to broader cyber risks, including malware infections, data theft, financial fraud and identity scams. CAP also noted that illicit streaming devices and websites can contribute to more serious threats such as botnet activity and vulnerabilities affecting wider digital infrastructure.

The coalition has urged the Singapore government to periodically review and strengthen its legislative and enforcement frameworks to ensure they remain responsive to rapidly evolving piracy models. CAP believes that adaptive and technologically robust mechanisms are essential to deal with pirate services that actively attempt to bypass conventional domain-blocking measures.

Commenting on the development, Matt Cheetham, General Manager of CAP, said that site-blocking continues to be one of the most effective anti-piracy measures globally. He added that the latest order reflects the Singapore courts’ clear understanding of the harm caused by illegal streaming operations, and stressed the importance of keeping legal processes efficient and up to date to maintain the impact of such actions.

CAP reaffirmed its commitment to working closely with rights holders, digital platforms, enforcement bodies and policymakers across the Asia-Pacific region. The coalition said its objective remains to protect the creative industry while supporting legitimate services that invest in quality content and provide safe viewing experiences for consumers.