A civil court in São Paulo has issued a ruling targeting the sale of streaming manipulation tools, reinforcing Brazil’s stance that such services are illegal.
The 17th Civil Court ruled against TurbineDigital, a company found to be offering fake engagement services across platforms including YouTube, TikTok, Twitch, and Instagram.
The decision is part of Operation Authentica, a wider enforcement initiative led by Brazil’s Consumer Protection Prosecutor’s Office, with support from CyberGaeco and IFPI Latin America.
Under consumer law, constitutes misleading advertising, as it misleads the user or consumer of the social network into a false perception of reality or its actual reach.
The ruling orders the suspension of streaming manipulation services, reinforcing the legal crackdown on fake streams in Brazil.
Author's summary: Brazil's court rules against streaming fraud.