Irdeto has agreed to collaborate with Binance to combat the use of cryptocurrency in funding piracy and cybercrime within video entertainment and gaming industries.

The partnership focuses on early detection and prevention of copyright and trademark violations, as well as other criminal activities conducted via the Binance platform.

As per the terms of their agreement, Irdeto will provide intelligence to Binance. This information will help Binance identify and remove individuals involved in such illicit activities, thereby cutting off funding streams for illegal services and curbing cybercriminal activities.

Growing misuse of cryptocurrency in piracy networks

While overall illicit crypto transactions have seen a decline globally, reaching 0.14% of the broader market as per a 2025 report on crypto crime, Irdeto’s data indicates an increase in the use of cryptocurrencies by illicit service providers in video entertainment and gaming sectors. The share rose from 13% in 2022 to 20% by the end of 2025.

The collaboration with Binance goes beyond disrupting payment channels. Irdeto’s cyber services team assists clients in reporting such illegal activities to law enforcement agencies, aiding in the identification and tracking of individuals behind cryptocurrency addresses. This support is intended to facilitate legal proceedings and potentially recover illicit crypto assets.

Integrated approach to broader enforcement efforts

According to Irdeto’s official press release, this partnership with Binance fits into the company’s wider strategy of forming strategic alliances with digital transaction platforms and law enforcement agencies globally. The company is expanding its Cyber Services portfolio to include cryptocurrency-related investigations.

For Binance, this collaboration supports their commitment to maintaining a compliant environment. Early detection of potential threat actors enables more effective intervention at the platform level before they escalate into sophisticated operations.

The payment disruption capability provided by Irdeto through this agreement targets the financial infrastructure supporting piracy and related cybercrime, rather than just content removal or technical countermeasures. The new reporting channel to a major centralized exchange adds a layer of operational effectiveness in crypto-related environments.