French authorities have instructed internet service providers to restrict access to the prediction platform Polymarket. The measure was implemented on 16 July following regulatory findings regarding unauthorized gambling operations.
Regulatory Enforcement Measures
The National Gaming Authority (ANJ) escalated its enforcement approach after initial warnings proved insufficient. The regulator’s president formally issued the blocking directive, mandating that domestic networks limit user connectivity to the service. This transition from advisory notices to technical restrictions marks a direct intervention in the platform’s availability within the country.The enforcement action addresses ongoing concerns regarding unauthorized wagering activities. By applying network-level limitations, the ANJ aims to restrict access to services operating without proper gambling authorization. The measure ensures that prediction markets comply with established French regulatory frameworks.