- France's new law allows ARCOM to automatically block pirate sports streams in real time without manual domain checks.
- Previously, rights holders obtained court orders and ARCOM manually verified each new domain before blocking.
- The new system enables automated identification and blocking during live events, with post-event audits and an appeal process.
- Foreign rights holders like LaLiga and Premier League can now seek blocking orders in French courts.
- The law was inspired by Italy's 'Piracy Shield' but includes human oversight to prevent overblocking.
- Implementation of the automated system is expected later this year.