Paris appeal court orders Meta to block Barrière-branded gambling ads

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The Paris Court of Appeal dismissed Meta's appeal on 28 January 2026 and upheld orders requiring it to filter unauthorised gambling advertisements using Groupe Lucien Barrière's marks. The measures apply across Facebook, Instagram and Messenger for one year; Meta must also pay €10,000 to Barrière under civil procedure rules.

Meta must filter unauthorised gambling ads using Barrière’s marks across Facebook, Instagram and Messenger for one year.

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VNLOK takes Meta to court over unlicensed gambling advertisements

VNLOK has begun legal action against Meta over adverts for unlicensed gambling operators in the Netherlands. The association says large platforms should detect and remove illegal adverts proactively rather than only responding to complaints. It argues the adverts undermine consumer protection under Dutch gambling law.

Paris appeal court orders Meta to block Barrière-branded gambling ads

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VNLOK takes Meta to court over unlicensed gambling advertisements

KSA chair suggests preparing legal action against platforms over illegal gambling ads

VNLOK says Meta case will have Europe-wide consequences

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