France’s gambling regulator, the Autorité Nationale des Jeux, has released the first findings from a newly developed algorithm designed to identify potentially excessive gambling behaviour among online and account-based players. The results indicate that harmful gambling patterns are becoming more significant within the regulated market and are increasingly tied to operator revenue....
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iGaming News, Laws
April 8, 2026
ANJ pushes operators to improve action plans on risky gambling
France’s national gambling regulator, Autorité nationale des jeux, has completed a comprehensive review of industry action plans aimed at tackling excessive gambling and preventing underage participation. While the authority approved...
iGaming News, Laws
February 23, 2026
ANJ introduces framework for monetizable digital objects in gaming
The Autorité Nationale des Jeux has formally introduced a regulatory framework aimed at overseeing games that incorporate what it defines as monetizable digital objects. This initiative represents a significant development...
iGaming News, Laws
February 19, 2026
AFJEL urges stronger action against illegal betting in France
France’s regulated online gambling sector is facing mounting pressure from what industry representatives describe as a rapidly expanding illegal betting market. The Association Française des Jeux en Ligne (AFJEL), which...
iGaming News, Laws
February 16, 2026
ANJ warning on 2026 FIFA World Cup betting ads in France
France’s national gambling regulator, Autorité Nationale des Jeux, has issued an early and pointed reminder to licensed betting operators and their media partners ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup....
iGaming News, Laws
December 23, 2025
ANJ sanctions betting operators over RTP rate breaches
The French gambling regulator has taken formal enforcement action against several licensed betting operators following breaches of legally mandated return-to-player thresholds. The sanctions reflect the regulator’s ongoing focus on compliance...
iGaming News, Laws
November 20, 2025
ANJ launches upgraded French self-exclusion system
France’s gambling regulator, L’Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ), has introduced a redesigned national self-exclusion system intended to significantly streamline the registration process and enhance the security of identity verification. This...
Casinos & Bonus, iGaming News
November 3, 2025
DAZN Bet enters the French online betting market
DAZN Bet officially launched its operations in France, marking a significant milestone for the sports media and betting brand as it continues its European expansion. The move was first reported...
Companies & People, iGaming News
October 30, 2025
Bet365 prepares for launch in France by 2026
The international betting giant Bet365 appears to be preparing for a significant expansion into France, a country long known for its cautious and tightly regulated approach to online gambling. According...
Companies & People, iGaming News
September 2, 2025
Sophie Namer appointed ANJ Director of Law Enforcement
The French National Gaming Authority (Autorité Nationale des Jeux, ANJ) has officially appointed Sophie Namer as its new Director of Law Enforcement. This strategic decision reflects the regulator’s growing emphasis...
iGaming News, Laws
August 29, 2025
ANJ partners SportEasy for responsible sports betting
The French gambling regulator, Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ), has announced a new partnership with the sports management platform SportEasy to launch an educational campaign that addresses the risks associated...
Companies & People, iGaming News
July 7, 2025
ANJ names Pauline Hot as new director general
L’Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ), France’s national gambling authority, has appointed Pauline Hot as its new director general, marking a key leadership transition within the French gambling sector. She succeeds...
iGaming News, Laws
June 24, 2025
New French Gambling Laws Reshape Online Betting
Just as the landscape of online gambling is evolving globally, new legislative measures in France are reshaping the operational framework for online betting platforms. These recent laws aim to enhance...
iGaming News, Laws
April 4, 2025
ANJ reports improvements in AML compliance efforts
The French National Gaming Authority (Autorité Nationale des Jeux, ANJ) has released its latest assessment of gambling operators’ annual action plans aimed at combating fraud, money laundering (AML), and terrorist...
iGaming News, Laws
February 14, 2025
French Council Upholds ANJ Gambling Authority
In a significant legal decision, the French Council of State has reaffirmed the power of the National Gaming Authority (ANJ) to oversee and regulate the gaming offerings and promotional activities...
iGaming News, Laws
January 8, 2025
ANJ Calls for Responsible Gambling Advertising
The National Gaming Authority of France, commonly referred to as ANJ, has revealed that gambling operators are significantly increasing their promotional budgets for 2025. Despite the absence of high-profile sporting...
iGaming News, Laws
December 20, 2024
ANJ Cautions Against Scratch Cards as Christmas Gifts
As Christmas approaches, the French National Gaming Authority (ANJ) has raised significant concerns over the rising trend of gifting scratch cards to children. A recent survey has revealed that 20%...
Companies & People, iGaming News
December 6, 2024
Jérôme Gallot Joins ANJ as Gaming Mediator
Jérôme Gallot has been appointed as the gaming mediator by the National Gaming Authority (ANJ) effective from December 2, 2024. This decision was made by Isabelle Falque-Pierrotin, the President of...
iGaming News, Laws
April 29, 2024
AFJEL Urges iGaming Regulation in France
The landscape of online gambling in France is under scrutiny as key stakeholders express concerns over the burgeoning illegal market. The French gambling trade association, L’Association Française du Jeu En...
iGaming News, Laws
March 29, 2024
ANJ’s Measures in French Online Gambling
In online gambling, ensuring legal compliance and safeguarding consumer rights are paramount concerns. The French online gambling regulator, Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ), has been proactively taking measures to address...