People using firesticks and other illegal streaming devices could face a knock at the door from police officers in the near future warning them about prosecution, experts have warned.
According to data from Fact-UK, there has been a significant increase in the number of people using their Amazon fire stick to illegally watch subscription TV.
The cybercrime specialists say these illicit streams could be funding organised crime and allowing gangs to profit off their personal data - as retailers crack down on the practice.
Some households use the devices to watch content from subscription services such as Netflix or Sky Sports illegally for a fraction of the price.