Streaming piracy refers to the illegal broadcasting, sharing, or viewing of live or recorded content - such as sports events, movies, or TV shows - without proper authorization or payment to the rights holders. This practice typically involves unauthorized websites or apps that distribute copyrighted material for free or at a reduced cost, bypassing official subscription services. Streaming piracy undermines the revenue of content creators and distributors, exposes users to cybersecurity risks like malware, and is subject to legal penalties in many countries.