The lack of a new federal budget forces the closure of gambling halls across Paris PokerStars has announced the cancellation of the highly anticipated European Poker Tour (EPT) Paris 2025, originally scheduled for February. This decision, made in collaboration with Club Barrière, the iconic casino on the Champs-Élysées, comes as a result of unforeseen regulatory
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France to Launch Working Groups To Study iGaming Legalization
The new focus comes amid intense pressure on the government to reconsider online casinos France is taking steps to explore the potential regulation of online casinos through the establishment of working groups in January. These groups will evaluate key aspects, including public health concerns, consumer protection, and the economic implications for physical casinos. The goal
France Now Wants Public Feedback Before Legalizing Online Casinos
Backlash to iGaming legalization in the country has forced the government to slow down The French government already announced that it was taking a step back on its timeline for legalizing online casinos, but it has now added that it must gather public input before moving forward. Initially, officials had set a goal to regulate
France Walks Back Plans To Discuss iGaming Legalization
The government won’t explore online casinos to full budget gaps for the next fiscal year France has paused its efforts to introduce online casino legislation, choosing not to include a proposed amendment in its 2025 Budget that would have opened the door to a regulated iGaming market. This announcement was made by Budget Minister Laurent
France Could Legalize Online Casinos as Early as Next Year
The country is ready to capitalize on the revenue iGaming can deliver France is on the verge of potentially legalizing online casinos in an effort to combat illegal gambling and boost tax revenue. The proposal was recently discussed in the National Assembly as part of the 2025 draft budget. If approved, operators of online casino
France could legalize online gaming in 2024
France is considering iGaming legislation, but may create a monopoly With the fast expansion of the number of participants in online gambling, nations worldwide have seen themselves in challenging positions about its legalization. Some have chosen to legalize it, while others have banned it completely, leaving gamblers no choice but to play on illegal sites.
France mulls legislation on NFT games and gambling
France gives NFT games a nod, which could lead to more blockchain-based gambling The French National Assembly enacted the so-called Sorare law on Tuesday, which is the country’s first regulation regarding NFTs video games and crypto-powered monetization strategies. The 561 members of the French National Assembly voted on the regulatory framework, part of the Digital