
Tag: X Platform
Paris Court Halts Auction of Rare Pascal Calculator Over Export Dispute
A last-minute court ruling has forced Christie’s to suspend the sale of the world’s first known calculating machine, the Pascaline, as researchers push to keep the historic instrument in France under national-treasure protection
French Authorities Probe X’s Grok Chatbot Over Holocaust-Denial Claims
French prosecutors are examining Holocaust-denying comments generated by Grok, the AI chatbot on X, as part of a broader investigation into platform governance and potential foreign interference, drawing strong criticism from rights groups and digital safety advocates
Nice’s 2030 Olympic Ice Rink Plans Spark Cost and Political Debate
Controversy is intensifying in France over Nice’s €218 million Olympic ice rink plan, as lawmakers question soaring budgets, transparency, and the long-term value of new infrastructure ahead of the 2030 Winter Games
Louvre Closes Campana Gallery Amid Structural Fears After Jewel Heist
Structural fears have forced the Louvre to close its Campana Gallery, home to thousands of ancient Greek ceramics. The development comes weeks after a high-profile jewel heist, intensifying concerns over the condition and security of France’s most iconic cultural institution
France’s Pledge of 100 Rafale Jets Marks Major Boost for Ukraine
Ukraine will receive up to 100 Rafale F4 jets and advanced air defence equipment from France under a 10-year agreement, strengthening Kyiv’s ability to counter escalating Russian missile and drone attacks on critical infrastructure and civilian areas