Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland News and Updates
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AI-GENERATEDIreland 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.
AI-GENERATEDIreland'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.
AI-GENERATEDEU 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.
AI-GENERATEDAfrica'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.
AI-GENERATEDJersey 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.
AI-GENERATEDIreland 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.
AI-GENERATEDIreland’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.
AI-GENERATED1xBet 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.
AI-GENERATEDIrish 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.
AI-GENERATEDKalshi 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.
AI-GENERATEDIreland’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.
AI-GENERATEDIreland targets unlicensed betting exchanges: Court blocks payments
The Irish gambling authority GRAI is taking legal action against unlicensed prediction markets. Operators face fines of up to 20 million euros or 10 percent of global annual turnover for violations.
AI-GENERATEDGlobal Regulation Becomes the Standard for iGaming Giants
The iGaming industry is transforming. Instead of rapid expansion, companies prioritize local regulation. In Brazil, 79 licensed operators generated over 37 billion BRL in Gross Gaming Revenue in their first year.
AI-GENERATEDNetherlands: Gambling Tax Hike Misses Revenue Targets Significantly
The Dutch gambling tax increase has significantly missed its revenue targets. Instead of an expected 108 million Euros in 2025, only an additional 2 million Euros were generated.
AI-GENERATEDIreland Fights Underage Gambling with Family Awareness Campaign
The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) launches a nationwide campaign. It aims to help parents identify signs of underage gambling, as 64 percent of adults started gambling before turning 18.

