France: Paris Prosecutor's Office investigation into Kick Platform over alleged proliferation of violent content online

On 25 August 2025, the Paris Prosecutor’s Office opened an investigation into Kick Platform over the alleged proliferation of violent content online. The investigation was instituted under Article 323-3-2 of the Penal Code, following the death of an individual, which was broadcast live on the platform. The investigation seeks to determine whether Kick Platform knowingly provided illegal services by broadcasting violent content and whether it complied with obligations under the European Digital Services Act (DSA), including notifying authorities of risks to life or personal safety. Article 323-3-2, amended by the law of 13 June 2025, criminalises breaches of DSA obligations and carries penalties of up to 10 years’ imprisonment and a EUR one million fine when committed in an organised manner.