Appointment of Pauline Hot as Director General at ANJ announced
**New Director General Takes Helm of French Gambling Authority**
Pauline Hot, a seasoned professional with a deep understanding of public administration, has been appointed as the new Director General of the French National Gambling Authority (ANJ). Her tenure began in July 2025, succeeding Rémi Lataste who led the ANJ since its creation in 2020.
Hot's journey with the ANJ commenced in January 2025, when she joined as Deputy Director General. Prior to this, she honed her skills at France’s Council of State, where she served as an auditor and master of requests, gaining valuable experience in legal matters related to litigation and administration.
The ANJ, the regulatory body responsible for overseeing all French gambling activities, including land-based and online markets, is now under Hot's leadership. The organisation's primary focus is on player protection, combating illegal gambling, money laundering, match-fixing, and promoting transparency in the gambling sector.
Hot's appointment comes at a crucial time, as debates on legalising online casinos and revising tax policies to foster sector growth and address challenges posed by unregulated platforms are ongoing. Her expertise in regulatory frameworks is expected to bring continuity to ANJ's operations, while also introducing a fresh strategic vision.
Hot is a graduate of prestigious French institutions, including the École Normale Supérieure and the École Nationale d'Administration. Her appointment is significant for the regulator, marking a new chapter in its mission of ensuring gambling integrity, preventing excessive gambling, and protecting vulnerable groups.
The new Director General's role involves reinforcing transparency and responsibility within the gambling sector, as well as shaping regulatory strategies for ANJ. Hot has already contributed to the ANJ's mission and is expected to bring legal rigor to the organization's operations, strengthening its oversight and enforcement capabilities.
Under Hot's leadership, the ANJ continues to work towards maintaining France’s strict regulatory standards in the gambling sector, ensuring a balance between industry development and social protection.
In her new role as Director General of the ANJ, Hot will be tasked with shaping regulatory strategies in the finance sector, particularly in the fintech industry, to ensure transparency and responsibility within the gambling industry. Her expertise in legal matters and her experience in leadership roles will be crucial in addressing challenges posed by unregulated platforms and fostering growth in the business sector, contributing to France's continued success in the gambling industry.
