International Operation KRATOS 2 Dismantles Major Illegal Streaming Networks

Operation KRATOS 2, coordinated by Bulgaria and supported by Europol, led to the dismantling of nine organized crime groups involved in illegal streaming. Over seven months, authorities arrested 29 suspects and removed more than 27,000 URLs linked to unauthorized access to sports, films, and TV channels. The operation, which ran from September 2025 to April 2026, identified 86 additional suspects and involved 148 house searches across 13 countries. Investigators targeted the infrastructure of these networks, exposing users to risks such as malware and data theft. The operation also identified 4,370 domains and 18,331 IP addresses associated with piracy activities. Europol emphasized that these illegal services not only infringe on intellectual property rights but also finance criminal enterprises.

Key Points: • 29 arrests made and nine organized crime groups dismantled during Operation KRATOS 2. • Over 27,000 illegal streaming URLs removed, exposing users to significant cybersecurity risks. • Collaboration with private sector partners helped identify thousands of domains and IP addresses linked to piracy.