A special commission examining a new comprehensive law aimed at addressing sexual and gender-based violence has introduced a provision that includes remote sexual acts in the definition of prostitution. This change has sparked concerns that it may lead to the closure of online platforms such as OnlyFans, which allow users to sell content, including sexual material, through paid subscriptions. Critics, including some deputies, argue that the provision might have unintended consequences for content creators who rely on these platforms. The new definition of prostitution includes the act of "helping, assisting, or protecting the performance by a person" of "sexual acts" carried out remotely "on a public communication network online" in exchange for "remuneration or an advantage" when this payment is directly tied to the act. It also considers as prostitution the act of "acting as an intermediary, being aware of the nature of this service, between two people, one of whom engages in the remote performance (...) of sexual acts and the other exploits or remunerates the performance of these acts." The measures primarily target platforms such as OnlyFans and Mym, which enable users to sell online content, including sexual videos and images, in exchange for paid subscriptions. The text penalizes with a fifth-class contravention the act of ordering such sexual content produced remotely. Rapporteur Isabelle Rauch (Horizons) explained that purchasing sexual acts online is the first step toward engaging in prostitution and physical sex work, and she criticized the impact of these platforms on "young girls who prostitute themselves." However, several deputies, including the insoumise elected official Sarah Legrain, have criticized the provision. Legrain referenced the jurisprudence of the Court of Cassation, stating that "the act of filming sexual acts at the request of someone and for remuneration does not fall within the scope of prostitution." She argued that the adopted provision amounts to "significantly expanding the scope of what falls under prostitution." Legrain also warned that criminalizing intermediaries could have a mechanical effect, potentially closing established, legal platforms with traceable activities where content creators currently operate. She fears that this could push content creators "toward platforms that are not at all regulated" or "toward physical practices." The provision adopted by the special commission is not final. Deputies will review this article of the text again during the public session examination of the comprehensive law, which is set to begin on Thursday, October 1st, in the chamber of the National Assembly.