France media sector faces overhaul as ARCOM gains sanction authority

A proposal in France would expand ARCOM's powers, allowing the regulator to impose fines of up to 1% of a platform’s turnover if it fails to provide data on the use of journalists’ content. The measure follows EU neighbor‑rights rules that require digital platforms to compensate news publishers for the exploitation of their works.

The shift in the media landscape is also highlighted: video dominates online consumption, platforms control audience access, and automation puts pressure on traditional newsrooms. Trust is moving toward individual journalists who engage directly with audiences, while the sector seeks new ways to protect its value and revenue in a platform‑centric ecosystem.