French police are using social media platforms like Discord, Instagram, and TikTok, alongside facial recognition, to identify suspects and rioters.

The entities involved

• Discord →

  instant messaging and VoIP software

  • Discord is seeking local representation in the Philippines, having already established local presence in Korea and Japan.Sat 05:08
  • The Pentagon is grappling with bad actors on Discord as Houthis spread disinformation targeting U.S. forces.Wed 22:56
• Instagram →

  photo and video sharing social network owned by Meta Platforms

  • Deacon Phillippe made his acting debut in a Netflix series and shared photos on Instagram.04:07
  • Activists used Instagram for announcements related to a Transition Plan presentation and FAES Freedom Award in Madrid.Sat 23:10
• TikTok →

  video-focused social media platform

  • The war in Iran is contributing to inflation, and buying patterns related to this are being observed via TikTok.00:53
  • Dr. Clay Moss posted a video on the TikTok platform on October 21, 2026.Sat 22:35

Related events

• A suspect studying in France used the Discord platform to facilitate an international criminal network.Oct 10
• Police in Haryana issued notices to online platforms regarding their activities.Oct 8