Location: France
France reminds public of gambling self-exclusion rights
French audiences have been reminded of their rights to be removed from all gambling communications and promotions via voluntary... more
France’s PMU names new CEO to lead stalled transformation
Pari Mutuel Urbain (PMU) has named Cyrille Giraudat its new CEO, tasked with accelerating the development of the group’s sportsbook and... more
France’s Senate moves to make Paris gaming clubs a permanent fixture
The French Senate on 24 November approved a legal amendment that could grant permanent status to gaming clubs in Paris, ending a pilot... more
France upgrades self-exclusion to a digital platform
French gambling will be protected by a new design and functionality of its “Interdiction Volontaire” national self-exclusion register for... more
French online gaming and casino trade bodies fracture on icasino future in the country
AFJEL President Nicolas Béraud called on the French authorities to do everything they can to stop the spread of illegal gambling in France... more
Las Vegas gets European tourism boost with nonstop Paris flights
Air France has announced new nonstop service to Harry Reid International Airport next summer. The flights between Paris-Charles de Gaulle... more
Bet365 targets France launch before World Cup 2026
Bet365 is set to launch in France in the coming months and go live in a market where it was active and popular during pre-regulated times,... more
French casino’s €3m revamp to include restaurant and sports bar
The Joa Casino in Gérardmer is preparing to open a new chapter in its history. The Vosges-based casino will undergo a major €3m [$3.5m]... more
France’s online sports betting sector drives growth in H1, but regulator warns of tax rise impact
The online sports betting market continued to drive digital growth in France during the first half of the year despite no football Euros or... more
French city looks to relaunch casino following mayor’s removal
Following the removal of Mayor Éric Azémar in Bagnères-de-Luchon (Haute-Garonne) a dozen elected officials, including some from his... more

