Playtech network goes live in France

Isle Of Man-based Playtech revealed that online poker room ChiliPoker.com is to be the first to join its bespoke French network followed by ‘a number of additional licensees in the coming months’ including sites from Groupe Tranchant, JOA Groupe and Casino Du Golfe.
By using its new network, Playtech stated that operators would benefit from ‘increased pool player liquidity’ powered by its ‘leading online software and support systems’, which are compliant with French national regulatory authority, the Autorite De Regulation Des Jeux En Ligne (ARJEL).

“We are delighted to announce the launch of the French iPoker network,” said Mor Weizer, Chief Executive Officer for Playtech. “I am confident that it will develop to become one of the leading liquid networks in France. As the market expands in its regulated form, France has the potential to become a very substantial local market.

“We are focused on attracting a mix of licensees to the network targeting a combination of existing licensees and well established local operators entering the market. Chili, JOA, Tranchant and Casino Du Golfe each have strong brands and longstanding gaming experience. Such licensees bring scale, experience and diversity of player base to the network.

“We expect to expand the number of participants in the network in the coming months as we are in active discussions with several potential licensees that would like to join our French network.”