Operators in France are required by law to submit action plans to ANJ, detailing their efforts to combat fraud, money laundering, and terrorist financing each year.
ANJ has developed a three-stage action plan, with a focus on a risk-based approach. The stages include understanding the potential risks associated with an operator’s activities, allocating resources to effectively manage these risks, and maintaining a strong business relationship with players.
To conduct risk analysis, ANJ recommends that operators consider the type of gambling involved and evaluate the severity of the risks. They should also enhance staff compliance in areas such as anti-money laundering, fraud prevention, and measures against terrorist financing.
Additionally, operators should ensure compliance with asset-freezing laws and establish procedures for all staff to report suspicious transactions. In the case of Française des Jeux (lottery operator) and Pari Mutuel Urbain (horse racing monopoly), ANJ advises increasing point-of-sale checks on retailers.
Last week, ANJ approved action plans for responsible gambling practices, specifically for casinos and horse racing operators.
