Netflix, Disney+ and Amazon challenge French content investment regulations
Streaming giants have filed appeals against new French requirements mandating that 20 percent of their audiovisual investment be directed towards animation, documentaries, and live performances.
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According to The Local, Netflix, Disney+ and Amazon’s Prime Video have officially contested new French investment regulations. The streaming platforms filed appeals on Monday to challenge a policy requiring them to allocate 20 percent of their regional audiovisual content spending to specific categories, including animation, documentaries and live performances.
The platforms are seeking to overturn the mandate, which aims to support local production in these areas. No further details regarding the specific arguments used in the appeals or the potential impact on the streaming services' operations have been provided.
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