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 […]
Business
December 12, 2025
PMU Onboard Transformation Expert Cyrille Giraudat as CEO
Pari Mutuel Urbain (PMU), France’s horseracing monopoly, has undergone a change in leadership. According to a recent announcement, the French company has welcomed the experienced Cyrille Giraudat as its new chief executive officer. Giraudat to Head PMU On December 10, PMU confirmed the addition of Giraudat as its new CEO, saying that the Ministry of […]
Industry
November 25, 2025
France Launches Digital Self-Exclusion Registry
France has launched a digital format of its self-exclusion registry in the hopes of making it easier for people who may experience gambling-related harm. The idea is to make the tool more readily available and bolster l’Autorité Nationale des Jeux’s efforts to minimize the impact of excessive gambling. French Gamblers Now Can Self-Exclude with a […]
Legal
October 17, 2025
Crésus Casino CEO Faces Illegal Gambling Charges
Grégoire Auzoux, the CEO of Crésus Casino, along with another individual, has been charged with operating an illegal gambling operation and is currently in custody. The professional poker player was apprehended and later released by French anti-organized crime police in mid-September after his offshore site was accused of catering to the French market. Grégoire Auzoux […]
Casino
October 17, 2025
French Authorities Bust $1.2B Illegal Gambling Ring
Authorities in France have dismantled what could be one of the largest gambling rings in the world. The criminal enterprise was exclusively focused on online gambling, and it is estimated at $1.2 billion. This is the number of bets the organization has accepted since it was introduced in 2021, operating through a network of online […]
Lottery
August 20, 2025
EuroMillions Jackpot Won – EUR 210 Million Yet to Be Claimed
The latest EuroMillions jackpot has finally been won by one lucky soul in France, who has the winning ticket. The jackpot, which stood at EUR 210 million at the time of the win, was secured in the latest draw with the following winning numbers: 24, 31, 34, 41, and 43, while the lucky stars were […]
Business
July 31, 2025
FDJ UNITED Publishes Strong H1 Results, Reiterates 2025 Guidance
FDJ UNITED (formerly La Française des Jeux), a leader in lottery, betting and gaming in Europe, has published its financial results for the first half of 2025, reporting a surge in revenue in the wake of its acquisition of Kindred. FDJ’s Business Was Strong Despite Headwinds in UK and Netherlands In its official report, FDJ […]
