Latest News and Updates from ANJ France
AI-GENERATEDFrance Tightens AML Controls: ANJ Increases Pressure on Gambling Operators
The French regulator ANJ is stepping up enforcement. Following a fine against Betsson France, operators must now significantly improve AML systems and suspicious activity reporting.
AI-GENERATEDbet365 expands French presence through horse racing partnership with ZEturf
UK gambling giant bet365 has partnered with ZEturf to launch pari-mutuel horse racing markets in France, following its recent ANJ licensing.
AI-GENERATEDFrench ANJ Sets New Limits on Fraud Suspicions: Evidence Over Assumptions
The French gambling authority ANJ released new player fraud guidelines on August 31, 2026. Operators are now prohibited from withholding winnings based on mere suspicion.
AI-GENERATEDAllwyn Names Francesco Rodano as New Group Head of Responsible Gaming
Allwyn AG strengthens its player protection strategy by appointing former Playtech executive Francesco Rodano. He will oversee global initiatives and research.
AI-GENERATEDFrench Regulator Scrutinizes Robinhood's Shirt Sponsorship of OGC Nice
France's gaming authority ANJ is investigating Robinhood’s sponsorship deal with OGC Nice following the fintech's move into unlicensed prediction markets.
AI-GENERATEDFrance Seeks Stricter Sports Betting Controls and Youth Protection
French lawmakers are debating new budget measures and industry controls, while regulator ANJ pushes for mandatory loss limits for young adults under 24.
AI-GENERATEDBet365 Launches Dedicated Online Poker Room in French Regulated Market
Global operator bet365 expanded its French footprint on August 5 by launching a poker suite with €2.5m in weekly guarantees via Playtech's iPoker network.
AI-GENERATEDItaly Tightens Rules: AGCOM Bans Celebrities from Responsible Gambling Ads
The Italian media regulator AGCOM has introduced strict new guidelines for the country's 46 licensed operators, banning celebrity endorsements in safer gambling campaigns.
AI-GENERATEDItalian Court Upholds Polymarket Block: Major Setback for Prediction Markets
The Lazio court rejected Polymarket's request to lift a site-blocking order by ADM. The platform lost its three-year sponsorship deal with Lazio Roma immediately following the ruling.
AI-GENERATEDBrazil Tightens Sports Betting Rules: ANJL Reviews New Authorization Criteria
The Brazilian gaming association ANJL is discussing stricter requirements for betting licenses. 113 operators submitted applications before the August 2024 deadline.
AI-GENERATEDBrazil: Betting Operators Challenge Claims Over Household Debt
The ANJL has criticized a study by the National Trade Confederation (CNC) for its flawed methodology involving 59 data points linking betting to debt.
AI-GENERATEDEnd of Regulatory Free Ride for Prediction Markets in Europe
French authority ANJ blocks Polymarket after it drew over 578,000 visits in June. ESMA warns that event contracts often classify as prohibited binary options.
AI-GENERATEDFIFA Integrity Under Fire: Council of Europe Challenges World Cup Betting Claims
FIFA's report of zero suspicious bets during the 2026 World Cup is disputed by the Council of Europe, which reported seven yellow notices and 12 controversies.
AI-GENERATEDPolymarket Challenges French Blockade Amid Scrutiny Over 'Posh George' Bets
New York-based Polymarket is fighting a French regulatory ban while facing headlines in the UK over an $8 million wager linked to political figures.
AI-GENERATEDPrediction Markets Under Fire: Why the Financial Loophole for Betting Is Closing Fast
Roman Baranovskyi of SBSB Fintech Lawyers breaks down Portugal's block of Polymarket and the new ESMA stance that could ban binary event contracts across all 27 EU states.