An electronics retailer has been sentenced to prison for selling illegal streaming devices that provided unauthorized access to Premier League football and content from major Hollywood studios.

Retailer Faces Prison and Fines

Lin Da, a 36-year-old former director of Simder Trading and Business Pte Ltd, received a four-month prison sentence under Singapore’s Copyright Act 2021. His company was also hit with a SGD $40,000 fine across four charges.

The case stems from enforcement raids at Sim Lim Square in 2022. Authorities arrested 17 individuals and seized more than 2,500 illegal streaming devices.

Fourth Conviction from 2022 Raids

This sentencing represents the fourth conviction resulting from the 2022 crackdown. The Premier League has worked closely with Singapore’s Intellectual Property Rights Branch (IPRB) and the Attorney-General’s Chambers to pursue these cases.

Previous Convictions Include:

• October 2024: A 37-year-old Singaporean received 10 months in prison plus a SGD $300,000 fine.
• May 2025: A 35-year-old Chinese national (Wang Yue) got six months imprisonment and a SGD $181,000 fine.
• November 2025: A 68-year-old was sentenced to 22 months behind bars with a SGD $384,000 fine for selling devices and subscription services online.

Industry Leaders Respond

Premier League General Counsel Kevin Plumb made a statement following this situation:

“We want to remind fans that the risks associated with piracy are not always immediately apparent, but they are real and damaging. Engaging with unauthorized services can expose users to serious issues, as personal security, privacy and financial information can be compromised.”

MPA Senior Executive Vice President Karyn Temple also commented:

“Today’s sentencing underscores the real-world consequences of content theft and reflects the resolve of authorities in Singapore to protect the creative economy. ACE applauds this result and remains committed to advancing meaningful enforcement through global collaboration.”

Final Thoughts

These convictions send a clear message about legal risks tied to illegal streaming devices. Singapore authorities continue pursuing prison sentences and significant fines for those involved.

Beyond legal risks, these types of ‘fully loaded’ devices often come with security risks including malware, data theft, and exposure of personal information.

For more details on this story, refer to the official press release from ACE.

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