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France's World Cup betting hits €1.3bn as ANJ raises problem gambling concerns

The regulator said the expanded 48-team tournament and continued growth in France's online betting market drove record wagering, while warning that higher participation has intensified responsible gambling risks.

2 min read • Jul 24 • By Shaan Khan

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France blocks Polymarket over illegal gambling concerns

France has blocked access to Polymarket after the regulator classified its offering as illegal gambling, citing concerns over user verification, market integrity and regulatory compliance.

2 min read • Jul 20 • By Marieta Lezaic

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France sets ANJ reporting format for monetisable digital-object games

Operators must submit player, transaction and risk-monitoring records in CSV files under France’s three-year experimental regulatory regime.

2 min read • Jul 10 • By Shaan Khan

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ANJ sets 2027 deadline for gambling ban register API change

The technical update comes as France continues to tighten player-protection controls across licensed gambling channels.

2 min read • Jul 9 • By Shaan Khan

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ANJ warns players: Esports betting remains illegal in France

The reminder comes as Paris hosts the Esports World Cup, a seven-week event with a $75m prize pool.

2 min read • Jul 8 • By Shaan Khan

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France: ANJ officially confirms President, appoints two new college members

The regulator's new head previously identified tackling illegal gambling by enhancing the attractiveness of the legal market and strengthening the protection of minors as key priorities.

1 min read • Jul 6 • By Marieta Lezaic

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iGB Live 2026: ANJ presents its new excessive gambling detection algorithm

Speaking at iGB L!VE, an ANJ data analyst explained how the regulator's problem gambling algorithm uses a transparent heuristic model, built on professional expertise and scientific literature.

2 min read • Jul 2 • By Marieta Lezaic

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France: Incoming ANJ President Pascal Chevremont outlines his priorities

The French Parliament has approved the appointment of Pascal Chevremont as head of the ANJ.

1 min read • Jun 18 • By Marieta Lezaic

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France: ANJ launches ‘Risk Zone’ campaign ahead of World Cup

France's gambling regulator has launched a new responsible gambling campaign ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup as research shows betting intentions are rising.

2 min read • Jun 4 • By Marieta Lezaic

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France: ANJ issues GDPR guidance for gambling operators

Operators have faced challenges balancing data protection rules with gambling-specific obligations, particularly on safer gambling and anti-money laundering measures.

1 min read • May 27 • By Marieta Lezaic

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France: ANJ introduces new algorithm to improve detection of excessive gambling

The algorithm evaluates 23 indicators, such as financial movements, betting frequency and user activity over a six-month period.

1 min read • May 13 • By Marieta Lezaic

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French gaming ombudsman reports rise in gambling disputes in 2025

The majority of complaints were linked to sports betting issues such as withdrawals, account blocking and disputes over bets.

1 min read • Apr 29 • By Marieta Lezaic

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Further strengthening of fraud prevention measures to be introduced by the ANJ

The ANJ (the National Gaming Authority) in France is set to tighten measures ensuring a stricter stance against fraud and money laundering in the gambling sector.

1 min read • Apr 13 • By Eddie Overs

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France: ANJ reviews gambling operators’ prevention plans

While acknowledging the operator progress, the ANJ stressed the need for further action to achieve its goal of reducing the prevalence of problem gambling by 2027.

2 min read • Apr 7 • By Marieta Lezaic

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France: No gambling ads to be shown during 2026 World Cup hydration breaks

The “cool breaks” have been introduced to allow athletes to recover during hot weather.

1 min read • Apr 1 • By Megan Elswyth

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France: ANJ warns of prediction platforms addiction and manipulation risks

Although prediction market operators have implemented geo-blocking measures against their platforms, users can still access them via VPN.

1 min read • Feb 25 • By Will Underwood

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France launches experimental regulatory framework for JONUM games

The decree related to this regulatory framework came into force on 7 February.

1 min read • Feb 20 • By Tim Poole

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ANJ reports underage gambling rise in France

Approximately four out of 10 young people reported gambling in 2025. Parents were found to facilitate access and underestimate the associated risks.

2 min read • Feb 19 • By Tim Poole

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ANJ issues World Cup gambling advertising plea

The French gambling authority has asked operators and broadcasters to exercise restraint with their World Cup advertising strategies.

1 min read • Feb 13 • By Rory Calland

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French regulator approves FDJ’s “Ticket d’Argent” lottery software

The decision authorises the deployment of the new lottery game under France’s regulated monopoly framework following a formal review process.

3 min read • Feb 10 • By Shaan Khan

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ANJ introduces new self-exclusion service

The French authority is launching the new registration process, which it hopes will smooth the voluntary ban process.

3 min read • Nov 19 • By Rory Calland