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France to Sue Kick Over Livestream Death Incident

8/28/2025

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France plans to sue the Australian platform Kick for negligence following user Raphaël Graven's death during a livestream.
Digital affairs minister Clara Chappaz claims Kick violated a 2004 online regulation law by not preventing dangerous content.
The Paris prosecutor's office is investigating Kick for potentially broadcasting harmful videos, which may lead to prison time and fines.
Kick is cooperating with authorities and reviewing its content policies, including banning participants from livestreams.

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France plans to sue the Australian platform Kick for negligence following user Raphaël Graven's death during a livestream.
Digital affairs minister Clara Chappaz claims Kick violated a 2004 online regulation law by not preventing dangerous content.
The Paris prosecutor's office is investigating Kick for potentially broadcasting harmful videos, which may lead to prison time and fines.
Kick is cooperating with authorities and reviewing its content policies, including banning participants from livestreams.