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2mo ago

Ubisoft Executives Face Harassment and Misconduct Trial Postponed to June

Three former senior Ubisoft executives are accused of systemic sexual and moral harassment over nearly a decade, with their trial delayed for procedural reasons.

Serge Hascoët, Thomas François et Guillaume Patrux sont renvoyés harcèlement moral et sexuel.
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Lors d'une mobilisation de salariés travaillant dans le secteur du jeu vidéo, à Paris le 13 février 2025.

Overview

  • The trial of three former Ubisoft executives, Serge Hascoët, Thomas François, and Guillaume Patrux, has been rescheduled to June due to late access to case files by the parties involved.
  • The allegations stem from a 2020 scandal involving workplace misconduct at Ubisoft's Montreuil headquarters, revealed through anonymous testimonies and investigative reporting.
  • Thomas François is accused of frequent public humiliations, including showing pornographic content in the workspace, and faces charges of attempted sexual assault during a company event.
  • Serge Hascoët is alleged to have made racially insensitive comments and engaged in inappropriate behavior, including targeting Muslim employees with offensive remarks and actions.
  • The case highlights a broader reckoning within the gaming industry, as many victims reportedly refrained from filing complaints due to fear of professional repercussions.