In a landmark decision, France's top court has sided with Nintendo against Dstorage SAS, a file storage service linked to pirated Nintendo games. The ruling mandates that hosting sites like 1fichier.com must act quickly to take down unauthorized content when alerted by rights holders. This case not only results in a hefty fine of over €460,000 for Dstorage but also marks a significant step in the fight against online piracy in Europe. Nintendo views this ruling as a vital win for the entire gaming community, reinforcing the importance of protecting intellectual property and ensuring accountability among digital platforms.
Published on: 3/4/2025
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