FDJ: Latest News

ANJ reviews action plans against gambling harm. All but one casino’s proposal approved, aiming to curb underage and excessive gambling.

The French Council of State reaffirms ANJ’s power to regulate FDJ’s promotions, protecting players from excessive gambling risks.

France consults gambling stakeholders on regulating online casinos, weighing economic, public health, and market models.

Kindred announces board resignations, new appointments, and Pascal Chaffard as Chair after FDJ's acquisition.

Business EMEA 15 Oct 2024

Rumored French gambling tax hike absent from legislation, but speculation remains over future increases in 2025.

Finance EMEA 14 Oct 2024

FDJ acquires Kindred, expanding its market reach across Europe and solidifying its position as a leading gambling operator.

FDJ brings forward the Kindred acquisition deadline to 2 October 2024 following final regulatory approval.

Finance EMEA 18 Sept 2024

France's competition authority requires FDJ to keep Kindred’s brands separate following the €2.45bn acquisition.

ANJ acknowledges progress in tackling problem gambling, yet stresses need for enhanced efforts, especially from casinos and racing companies.

Regulation 10 Apr 2024

FDJ's acquisition of Kindred Group, greenlit by Sweden's financial regulator, marks a transformative moment in the global gaming landscape.

Business 19 Feb 2024

FDJ's strategic all-cash tender offer for Kindred aims to forge a European gaming powerhouse, marking a transformative moment in the industry

Partners EMEA 22 Jan 2024

Premier Lotteries Ireland (PLI) faces a €150,000 fine, as imposed by the Regulator of the National Lottery in Ireland.

Legal EMEA 8 Sept 2023