Three Convicted in Cyberharassment Case Against Twitch Streamer Ultia
A Paris court sentences three men to prison and fines for targeting Ultia with violent and misogynistic messages following a 2021 controversy.
- Three men were found guilty of cyberharassing Twitch streamer Ultia, with one receiving six months of firm prison time and others suspended sentences.
- The convicted individuals sent violent and misogynistic messages, including death and rape threats, to Ultia over a prolonged period.
- The court also imposed fines totaling €11,000 for moral damages and legal fees, alongside mandatory sensitivity training and a no-contact order with Ultia.
- The harassment stemmed from Ultia’s criticism of alleged sexist behavior by a fellow content creator during the 2021 ZEvent charity livestream.
- Ultia and her lawyer described the ruling as a symbolic victory, highlighting the broader issue of online harassment faced by women in digital spaces.