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Several major French media outlets, including those owned by billionaire Bernard Arnault, have filed a lawsuit against X (formerly Twitter) for allegedly using their content without compensation. The lawsuit stems from a European directive that requires social media platforms to pay media organizations for republishing their news content. This legal battle highlights the ongoing conflict between tech giants and European regulators over the protection of publishing rights.

A group of leading French newspapers, including Le Figaro, Les Echos, and Le Monde, are suing Elon Musk’s X (formerly Twitter) for using their content without payment. They argue that X should compensate them for their ancillary rights, which protect news outlets from unauthorized content distribution. The case highlights the ongoing debate over the relationship between social media platforms and news organizations.