Gucci owner vs Meta: ‘Made in Italy’ row tests limits of online enforcement

A Paris court’s refusal to order Meta to remove a video criticising a luxury brand highlights the growing tension between enforcement, social media platforms and freedom of speech.

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Gucci owner vs Meta: ‘Made in Italy’ row tests limits of online enforcement

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