Ireland
10 articles tagged "Ireland".
Irish Gambling Authority Warns of High Court Action Against Offshore Prediction Platform
Ireland's gambling regulator is preparing to seek a High Court blocking order against a major offshore prediction market operator that failed to comply with warnings, as European regulators increasingly target such platforms and Gibraltar introduces its own separate regulatory framework.
GRAI issues High Court threat as one prediction market operator defies Irish geoblocking demands
Ireland's gambling regulator has threatened High Court action against a major prediction market operator that refuses to geoblock users, while most other platforms have complied quickly. The warning comes amid a European crackdown on such platforms, with France banning Polymarket and Ireland also advancing its broader gambling reform agenda, including new licensing, a Social Impact Fund, and advertising restrictions.
France Orders ISPs to Block Polymarket as French Regulator Cites Illegal Gambling and Market Manipulation Fears
France's gambling regulator has ordered ISPs to block Polymarket, citing illegal gambling and market manipulation risks, as a separate legal action against a prediction market operator begins in Ireland. The ANJ reported over 205,000 unique French visitors to the platform in June, and the company faces a criminal investigation into tampered weather sensors.
Tonybet Rolls Out €10 Free Bet Offer for All-Ireland Hurling Final Weekend
Tonybet is offering a €10 free bet on deposits of €20 or more during the All-Ireland Hurling Final weekend, with the promotion running from July 19 to July 22 and a five-times wagering requirement. The operator is leveraging the Limerick vs Galway final to drive engagement alongside its existing 100% welcome bonus for new customers.
Tonybet Offers Free Bet Promotion for All-Ireland Hurling Final Between Limerick and Galway
Tonybet is offering a €10 free bet promotion for the All-Ireland Hurling Championship final between Limerick and Galway, with the match set to decide whether Limerick reclaim dominance or Galway ends an eight-year title drought.
BOYLE Sports deepens Serbia tech hub with 65 new hires, targets 30% growth amid omni-channel push
BOYLE Sports has hired 65 staff for its Belgrade technology hub over the past year, with plans to increase the local workforce by 30%, and is simultaneously expanding its retail presence with a 400th shop at Galway Racecourse while navigating UK regulatory changes.
Novibet appoints Christos Lamprou as Global Brand Activation Lead
Novibet appoints Christos Lamprou as Global Brand Activation Lead, adding over 25 years of marketing experience as the operator expands internationally with a recent Ireland license and new supplier partnerships.
Bally's Intralot Secures Seven-Year Extension with Premier Lotteries Ireland Through 2034
Bally's Intralot has extended its contract with Premier Lotteries Ireland for seven more years through 2034, deploying new technology platforms to modernize the Irish National Lottery operations.
GRAI launches national campaign to combat underage gambling risks
Ireland's Gambling Regulatory Authority, in partnership with the HSE Addiction Services, has launched a multimedia campaign to help parents identify underage gambling signs and initiate early conversations, backed by ESRI research showing early gambling doubles the risk of later harm.
GRAI Launches National Campaign to Help Parents Spot Early Signs of Underage Gambling
The GRAI has launched a national campaign, backed by ESRI research, urging parents to recognise early signs of underage gambling, with the initiative reinforcing Ireland's strict new Gambling Regulation Act 2024 and providing practical guidance on prevention and intervention.