TF1 signs French online gambling deal

French connection
French connection

France’s leading commercial broadcaster TF1 has formed a partnership with the state lottery operator Francaise des Jeux as it moves to expand in online gambling ahead of the opening of the French market to competition this year.

While it was at it the French TV company also raised its stake in SPS, the company which currently operates the EurosportBET.com brand, from 50 to 100 per cent, buying the stake held by investment fund Serendipity for an undisclosed amount. Chapeau. Read more.