France Strengthens Anti-Fraud and Anti-Money Laundering Measures in the iGaming Sector
France Strengthens Anti-Fraud and Anti-Money Laundering Measures in the iGaming Sector
The French National Gambling Authority (ANJ) has reviewed the action plans submitted by licensed operators regarding anti-fraud, anti-money laundering (AML), and counter-terrorism financing measures. Ongoing Commitment to Compliance
Operators in the gambling sector must submit their anti-fraud and anti-money laundering action plans for approval by the ANJ each year. This review process ensures a continuous dialogue between operators and the regulator.
During the review, the ANJ evaluates operators’ progress, provides feedback, and issues recommendations when necessary. For 2024, the ANJ examined plans based on the reference framework set by the September 2021 decree, which defines standards for tackling fraud, money laundering, and terrorism financing.
Key Progress Areas
The ANJ’s individualized monitoring of each operator has yielded significant progress. These efforts included two key compliance review sessions—one in spring 2024 to discuss the 2024 action plans, and another in autumn to assess progress. The results highlighted improvements in:
Detection of unusual activity Allocation of human and material resources Internal controls and reporting to TRACFIN, focusing on both the quantity and quality of these reports
Additionally, some operators committed to strengthening their anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing systems for 2025. Notable plans include:
Increasing the number of dedicated personnel for AML/CTF efforts and enhancing training programs Improving alert systems and their processing
Implementing internal control plans Future Directions
To ensure that operators continue to meet their obligations, the ANJ has launched a program to control compliance with relevant laws and regulations. This program will verify whether operators are following the monetary and financial code and the 2021 decree.
In 2025, the ANJ plans to deepen cooperation among public bodies involved in anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing efforts. The regulator aims to improve communication and collaboration between TRACFIN, the Budget Directorate, the General Directorate of the Treasury, and the Central Service for Races and Games.
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