World Cup Star Elye Wahi Arrested for Spot-Fixing Before Tournament
Elye Wahi played in Ivory Coast’s first World Cup match, helping his team win 1-0 against Ecuador. However, he was arrested in Marseille, France, for alleged spot-fixing.
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French Addiction Network Urges Ban on Athletes Promoting Gambling
France’s leading addiction network, Fédération Addiction, has called for a complete ban on athletes and sports personalities promoting sports betting.
Bet365 Marks Milestones in Online and Radio Sectors
Multinational betting giant bet365 has stamped its market leadership in Spain, while simultaneously making marketing moves in its home market of the UK.
France Highlights Risks of Addiction During 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.
bet365 Launches in France Ahead of 2026 World Cup
UK-headquartered gambling giant bet365 has officially launched in France after securing approval from the Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ), just weeks before the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off.
ANJ Reveals New Algorithm Findings on 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.