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Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland News and Updates

The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) is the primary body responsible for overseeing and regulating the gambling industry within the Republic of Ireland. Established to ensure a safe, fair, and responsible gambling environment, the GRAI issues licenses, enforces regulations, and works to prevent problem gambling. This section aggregates all the latest news, announcements, and developments concerning the GRAI. Readers can find information on new licensing procedures, changes in gambling legislation, enforcement actions taken by the authority, and policy updates. We cover key decisions, consultations, and reports released by the GRAI, providing a comprehensive overview of its activities and their impact on operators and consumers alike. Stay up-to-date with the evolving landscape of Irish gambling regulation.

Irland plant höhere Wettsteuer: Branche warnt vor Abwanderung in den Schwarzmarkt

Regulation·18 September 2026

Ireland Considers Betting Tax Hike: Industry Warns of Black Market Surge

Ireland is reviewing plans to increase its 2% betting duty to fund state spending. The industry warns this could lead to widespread shop closures and illegal gambling.

Stake zieht sich aus Irland zurück: Regulierungsbehörde GRAI greift hart durch

Regulation·14 September 2026

Stake Geo-Blocks Ireland: Regulator GRAI Intensifies Enforcement Actions

Crypto giant Stake has blocked Irish users following pressure from the new GRAI regulator. The move follows the issuance of 33 official licenses in Ireland.

Afrikas Glücksspielmarkt im Fokus: SBC und Regulierungsforum GRAF schließen Allianz

Regulation·1 September 2026

Africa's Gaming Market in Focus: SBC and GRAF Form Strategic Alliance

SBC and the Gaming Regulators Africa Forum (GRAF) are partnering for the SBC Summit 2026. Up to 40,000 industry experts are expected in Lisbon for strategic knowledge exchange.

Irlands Pubs unter Druck: Behörden beenden informelle Wetten in Kneipen

Regulation·31 August 2026

Irish Pubs Forced to End Informal Betting as Regulators Close Loophole

Irish authorities have terminated long-standing informal betting in pubs to fight money laundering. One operator alone served 400 bars with betting systems.

Irland holt Gesundheitsexpertin Sarah Woods für neue Glücksspielbehörde

Player protection·25 August 2026

Ireland Appoints Health Expert Sarah Woods as New Gambling Regulator Director

The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) names Sarah Woods as Director of Consumer Protection. She brings 15 years of public health policy experience to the role.

Irlands neue Glücksspielregeln setzen Online-Poker unter massiven Druck

Regulation·23 August 2026

Ireland's New Gambling Rules Threaten Online Poker Ecosystem

New Irish regulations introduce a 3,000 Euro win limit that could decimate online poker tournament prize pools and drive players to unregulated markets.

Glücksspiel-Wochenblick: Dänemark sperrt Polymarket und Irland verschärft AML-Regeln

Regulation·22 August 2026

EU iGaming Weekly: Denmark Blocks Polymarket and Ireland Tightens AML Rules

Denmark blocks 98 domains while Ireland prepares strict AML mandates for 2027. Dutch data reveals 18-year-olds account for 41% of new young adult accounts.

Afrikas Glücksspielmarkt im Wandel: Nairobi setzt auf strengere Regeln

Regulation·21 August 2026

Africa's iGaming Shift: Nairobi Pushes for Stricter Regulation

Peter Maina Karimi of Kenya's GRA met with the African iGaming Alliance to tackle the illicit market and consumer protection in the region.

Jersey Gambling Commission kritisiert lückenhafte Hilfe bei Spielsucht

Player protection·18 August 2026

Jersey Gambling Commission Slams Patchy Progress on Addiction Support

The Jersey Gambling Commission calls for better coordination with public health as addiction services are described as severely under strain and patchy at best.

Irland übernimmt EU-Vorsitz: Droht eine europaweite Glücksspielsteuer ab 2028?

Regulation·7 August 2026

Ireland Leads EU Budget Talks: A Pan-European Gambling Tax by 2028?

Ireland's EU Presidency marks the start of critical 2028 budget negotiations. A proposed 1-2% levy on online gambling could generate 4 billion Euros annually for the bloc.

Irlands Regulierungsbehörde prüft 145 illegale Glücksspiel-Webseiten

Regulation·30 July 2026

Ireland’s New Regulator Investigates 145 Unlicensed Gambling Domains

Irish investigators are scouring 145 websites for illegal operations. Leaked logs show 600 million euros moving through related entities between 2020 and 2024.

1xBet baut Irland-Präsenz aus: Neuer Deal mit der Rennstrecke Gowran Park

Market·29 July 2026

1xBet expands in Ireland: New sponsorship deal with Gowran Park racecourse

Bookmaker 1xBet has signed a deal to sponsor 15 races at the historic Gowran Park, strengthening its foothold in Ireland’s top-30 global gambling market.

Irlands Glücksspielbehörde warnt Influencer vor Werbung für illegale Casinos

Regulation·29 July 2026

Irish Gambling Regulator Targets Influencers Over Illegal Betting Ads

Ireland's new gambling authority warns social media creators of criminal prosecution and up to eight years in prison for promoting unlicensed crypto casinos.

Kalshi droht Netflix mit Klage wegen Prognosemarkt-Doku

Regulation·28 July 2026

Kalshi Threatens Legal Action Over Netflix Prediction Market Documentary

Prediction market giant Kalshi alleges Netflix's new documentary features false information, potentially misleading 320 million viewers.

Irlands Glücksspielbehörde besiegelt historische Allianz mit Nevada

Regulation·22 July 2026

Ireland’s GRAI Signs Historic Agreement with Nevada Gaming Control Board

The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland has signed its first US partnership with Nevada to enhance oversight of cross-border online betting in 2026.