Core Viewpoint - The French judiciary has initiated an investigation into the social media platform X (formerly Twitter) for alleged foreign interference through algorithm manipulation [1] Investigation Details - The Paris Prosecutor's Office announced the investigation following a report from a French MP and a senior official regarding X's potential manipulation of its content-pushing algorithms [1] - The investigation was transferred to the National Gendarmerie on July 9, focusing on X as a corporate entity and related individuals [1] Allegations - The allegations center on two criminal activities: organized disruption of the normal operation of automated data processing systems and organized illegal extraction of data from these systems [1] - Reports suggest that X may have intentionally highlighted far-right content and increased the exposure of specific candidates during recent European elections [1] Legal Implications - Both alleged crimes are classified as serious offenses under criminal law related to cyberattacks, with potential penalties of up to 10 years in prison and fines of €300,000 [1]