Prediction Markets
July 20, 2026
France Orders ISPs to Block Access to Polymarket
France continues to maintain a strong stance on prediction market platforms, with the country’s gambling regulator, the Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ), ordering Internet Service Providers (ISPs) in the country to block access to Polymarket specifically. France Steps Up Against Polymarket – Orders Ban Across Entire Territory In a statement released on Friday, the ANJ […]
Legal
July 17, 2026
ANJ Slaps $572K Fine Against Unnamed Operator
The French gambling authority has issued a $572,799 penalty against an unnamed operator that the company argues has breached existing gambling laws in the country. The case against the online betting operator, although not mentioned explicitly by name, has been detailed by the regulator, which went to great length to explain the exact nature of […]
Sports
July 6, 2026
France vs Morocco Prediction & Picks: 2026 FIFA World Cup Quarter Finals
France vs Morocco is set to be a historic quarterfinal, with the underdog story of the tournament facing one of the world’s most elite soccer squads, and this will show. The question, as always is, can the underdog put up a good fight – or even upset expectations by pulling ahead and securing an outright […]
Sports
June 30, 2026
France vs Sweden Prediction & Picks: 2026 FIFA World Cup Round 32
France and Sweden are going to clash as the two teams head into the Round of 32 from completely different positions. France – from one of strength, and Sweden from one of acknowledging that it has rather limited chances of advancement. However, both Morocco and Paraguay managed to overcome their underdog positions, and eliminate arguably […]
Sports
June 5, 2026
France Recaps Risks of Addiction Around FIFA World Cup
The Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ) has launched a new awareness campaign focused on bringing people up to speed about the dangers of excessive gambling surrounding the 2026 FIFA World Cup. With the event set to stir excitement and drive people to the bookies, the ANJ wants to ensure that people are aware that the […]
Industry
May 13, 2026
ANJ’s New Algorithm Suggests 60% of GGR Comes from Risky Players
The French gambling regulatory body, ANJ, announced that its new algorithm suggests that a staggering 60% of France’s gross gaming revenue (GGR) comes from risky players. As a result, the ANJ decided to make its algorithm available, allowing operators to use it as a benchmark to check if their safer gaming solutions are sufficient. ANJ […]
Prediction Markets
February 24, 2026
France Becomes Next European Country to Condemn Prediction Markets
In a LinkedIn post, France’s National Gaming Authority (ANJ) has issued an official warning regarding prediction markets, deeming them illegal gambling. ANJ Says Prediction Markets Sites Are Illegal Gambling The post opens by commenting on the success of prediction market platforms and their growth, particularly since the 2024 US presidential election. It stated that by […]
Business
February 17, 2026
Parions Sport Online Merges into Unibet Following FDJ-Kindred Merger
Parions Sport En Ligne will become Unibet, marking a new chapter for the French betting operator. The shift follows the acquisition of Unibet’s parent company, Kindred, by the French gaming giant FDJ. United for the Players In its official announcement, Parions Sport confirmed its transition to the Unibet brand, saying that this move will provide […]
Sports
February 17, 2026
France Warns About Gambling Ads Before 2026 World Cup
France’s gambling watchdog, the Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ), has voiced worry about a possible flood of betting ads before the FIFA World Cup 2026. It cautions that too much exposure might boost risks for people prone to gambling problems. Hydration Breaks Spark Fresh Debate on Gambling Ads As it looked over companies’ marketing plans […]
Industry
January 13, 2026
French Regulator Flags Troubling Surge in Gambling Marketing
France’s National Gaming Authority (ANJ) has sent a clear warning to operators following its latest market review. According to the regulator, promotional spending by gambling companies is increasing rapidly, even necessitating intervention in select cases. Consumer safety remains a priority for the ANJ, as the authority strives to strike a balance between industry growth and […]
