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Prediction markets: ANJ alert

24 Feb 2026

Prediction market platforms are expanding rapidly. But in France, these sites are not authorised to offer their services. The French National Gaming Authority (ANJ) is warning that illegal operators are exposing players to significant risks.

Legislation

France tests the regulation of JONUMs

Caroline B.

23 Feb 2026

Since February 2026 in France, an experimental framework has been overseeing games based on monetisable digital objects (JONUM), a fast-growing sector at the crossroads of online gaming, blockchain and virtual economies.

Legislation

“Dark side of iGaming” – Anjouan and the French lottery

Ron Emmerink

21 Feb 2026

It sounds like a growth story. But behind the figures lies a shadow side. A subsidiary of the French lottery operator FDJ obtained a license on the Comorian island of Anjouan, a place long known as a haven for controversial online casinos.

Economy

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2026 World Cup: France fears betting explosion

Sarah C.

19 Feb 2026

In the run-up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, France is concerned about a phenomenon that is well known at major international competitions: the rise of sports betting and, above all, its promotion.

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Minors and gambling: an increase under surveillance

Caroline B.

18 Feb 2026

A recent study into gambling practices among 15-17 year-olds reveals a significant increase in underage gambling in France, despite the fact that it is legally prohibited. The data show a shift in use towards circuits that are difficult to control.

Sensation

ANJ mobilises amateur clubs against betting

Caroline B.

13 Feb 2026

Faced with the rise in sports betting and the preconceived ideas that surround it, the National Gaming Authority (ANJ) is launching a prevention campaign. With the support of fourteen amateur clubs, the institution aims to raise awareness of the risks associated with gambling and promote a responsible sporting culture.

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Meta convicted of fraudulent Barrière ads

Alex D.

4 Feb 2026

The Paris Court of Appeal has upheld the conviction of Meta Platforms (parent company of Facebook, Instagram and Messenger) for distributing illegal online gambling advertisements that fraudulently exploited the reputation of the Barrière Group.

Sensation

Scandal: French athlete suspended for a bet

Sarah C.

3 Feb 2026

In an unprecedented case, a top French athlete has been sanctioned for placing a sports bet on a competition in her sport.

Sensation

AFJEL: Nicolas Beraud re-elected for a third term

Caroline B.

2 Feb 2026

At a time when the French online gaming market is facing profound upheaval, the Association Française des Jeux en Ligne (AFJEL) has opted for continuity. At its Annual General Meeting, the industry body re-elected Nicolas Beraud as its new president.

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Cooperation between the ANJ and Japan continues

Caroline B.

1 Feb 2026

Gambling is no longer regulated solely at national level. Faced with a rapidly changing sector, the authorities are stepping up their international cooperation. The recent meeting between the National Gaming Authority (ANJ) and the Japan Casino Regulatory Commission is part of this dynamic.

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Pauline Hot imposes strong regulation for 2026

Caroline B.

26 Jan 2026

Tougher rules in the run-up to the World Cup, financial warfare against the black market, French market under close surveillance. In an interview with Les Enjeux, Pauline Hot set out the ANJ’s roadmap for 2026.

Legislation

Gamblers sought for study on addiction prevention

Alex D.

22 Jan 2026

Gambling is now widely accessible and socially accepted, but the risks remain very real. Addiction, debt and psychological distress affect thousands of gamblers every year. In light of this, a new scientific survey is looking at a key factor that has not yet been fully evaluated: the effectiveness of campaigns to prevent problem gambling.

Sensation

Why the ANJ fears an explosion in betting in 2026

Julien D.

16 Jan 2026

With major sporting events approaching in 2026, the French gambling market is set to experience rapid growth. The French National Gaming Authority (ANJ) is strengthening its control measures to regulate operators’ practices and protect players.

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The ANJ limits advertising budgets in 2026

Sarah C.

12 Jan 2026

The National Gaming Authority (ANJ) has analysed and approved operators’ promotional strategies for 2026. It has imposed new constraints to limit the increase in advertising budgets and reduce the risks associated with overexposure of players.

Legislation

Brut reveals how self-exclusion protects an excessive gambler

Alex D.

9 Jan 2026

By broadcasting the testimonial of a problem gambler who opted for a self-exclusion on gambling in partnership with the National Gaming Authority (ANJ), Brut has shed light on a reality that is still too often kept quiet.

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Digne-les-Bains finally gets its casino

Caroline B.

7 Jan 2026

On 30 December 2025, the Ministry of the Interior officially granted authorisation to operate games of chance at the future casino in Digne-les-Bains. This decision opens a new chapter in the economic and tourist development of the spa town.

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Biscarrosse Casino: the transformation is underway

Caroline B.

30 Dec 2025

On the seafront of Biscarrosse-Plage, an iconic local entertainment venue is undergoing a profound transformation. Recently taken over by two seasoned professionals in the sector, the Biscarrosse Casino is embarking on a veritable revolution.

Economy