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VPNs Ordered to Block Illegal La Liga Streams

2/18/2026

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Summary

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The Córdoba Commercial Court No. 1 ordered NordVPN and Proton VPN to block IP addresses linked to illegal La Liga streaming, classifying VPNs as "technological intermediaries" under the European Digital Services Act.
La Liga can update the banned IP list in real-time, risking collateral damage to legitimate users.
The decision reflects a broader trend in Europe toward VPN-targeting anti-piracy measures.

History

Historical Context

The European Union's Digital Services Act (DSA), enacted in 2020, aims to regulate online platforms and enhance accountability. This legislation empowers organizations like La Liga to combat piracy, leading to a Córdoba Commercial Court ruling in 2023 that classified VPNs as "technological intermediaries." This reflects a broader EU trend towards stricter anti-piracy measures, balancing copyright enforcement with user privacy rights.

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Story summary

The Córdoba Commercial Court No. 1 ordered NordVPN and Proton VPN to block IP addresses linked to illegal La Liga streaming, classifying VPNs as "technological intermediaries" under the European Digital Services Act.
La Liga can update the banned IP list in real-time, risking collateral damage to legitimate users.
The decision reflects a broader trend in Europe toward VPN-targeting anti-piracy measures.

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