Telegram affair: limited liability in Brussels, prison in Paris
Article 323-3-2 of the French Penal Code allows administrators of platforms on which illegal things are happening to be sent to prison. Problem: European law, since the e-commerce Directive, confirmed by the Digital Services Act, provides for limited liability for these same acts. European law takes precedence over national law.…
The European Parliament’s Culture Committee tackles the big issues from the outset
The European Parliament's Committee on Culture and Education will hold the very first meeting of its new mandate next week. On its agenda are conversations with the heads of DG EAC and DG Connect, as well as the presentation of an analysis of European policy in culture, delivered in July,…
Music: the US market reaches saturation point
In this first half of 2024, the US music market is recording slight growth. The subscription streaming market accounts for 84% of revenues. The US market is losing some of its momentum. With 99 million paying accounts across all platforms and services, the US is close to saturation point. The…
The tech sector calls on elected representatives to stay the course on digital issues
Numeum notes the uncertainties born of the dissolution and subsequent lack of a majority. While digital players have retained most of their allies in the National Assembly, they also want to seek new support, and are asking the Elysée, and the future Prime Minister, to appoint a minister in charge…
Soccer rights, back to the past
DAZN and BeIN Sports will put up 500 million euros a year to broadcast soccer's Ligue 1. A disappointing sum for the LFP, but one that reflects the historical reality of soccer in France. In extremis! The professional soccer league has finally secured its broadcasting contract for next season. The…