French government bans TikTok in overseas territory amid violent protests

The French government announced a ban on TikTok on the island of New Caledonia to tackle swelling riots on its Pacific island overseas territory. Franceโ€™s Prime Minister Gabriel Attal said the popular video-sharing app will be shut down as part of a state of emergency which includes the deployment of the army and a curfew [โ€ฆ]

Social media shutdowns? Donโ€™t you dare, activists warn EU

Human rights groups fear the bloc’s content-moderation law could be used to stifle online dissent.

Macron floats social media cuts during riots

French president’s remarks drew criticism from across the political spectrum โ€” and comparisons to authoritarian regimes.

Macron mulls social media shutdowns to contain civil disorder

French President Emmanuel Macron, struggling to contain another bout of violent protests across the country,ย met with mayors on Tuesday (4 July) and suggested the idea of regulating or limiting access to social media, depending on the severity of the s…