Overview

• The French government has proposed an amendment to legalize and tax online casinos at 55.6% of gross gaming revenue.
• France and Cyprus are the last EU countries where online casinos remain illegal, leading to a thriving black market.
• The move is expected to curb illegal gambling and increase public health safety, according to government officials.
• Critics, including local mayors and traditional casino operators, warn that legalization could harm local economies and tourism.
• Supporters argue that legalizing online casinos addresses the reality of a growing market with millions of French users.