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10 February 2021CopyrightMuireann Bolger

Siemens demands unmasking of Comcast pirates in bid for damages

A Siemens unit plans to sue unidentified users who illegally downloaded its software via the internet service provider Comcast for damages of up to $150,000 and has demanded the handover of their personal details.

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