- Casino
- By State
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Georgia
- Florida
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Massachusetts
- Maryland
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
- By State
- Slots
- Poker
- Sports
- Esports
Revolut to Block Credit Cards to Gambling Sites after Media Investigation

As Ireland takes a closer and sterner look at its gambling industry, Revolut, a popular fintech solution, and banking app, has joined mainstream bankers in blocking card payments to gambling sites in Ireland.
Topping Up Gambling Accounts with Credit Cards No-Go in Ireland
Revolut decided to get ahead of events after an investigation by the Irish Independent revealed that gambling companies are accepting and “profiting” from contactless app payments carried out through Google Pay, Apple Pay, and not least, Revolut.
The issue arises from the fact that payment solutions such as the above can be charged with credit cards, and payments can then be made to gambling sites, circumnavigating a prohibition to do so. While in the United Kingdom the issue was addressed quickly, it seems such payments may have happened through third parties in Ireland, and they seem to be legal.
Commenting for the newspaper, a Revolut spokesperson said that the company is “planning to block the use of credit card funds on gambling sites in Ireland.” The company already has the technology to trace where funds are directed and how accounts are funded which helps it overcome what for many was the main technological hurdle.
Gambling companies have responded that this is simply a “loophole” that is not available in the UK, but it still exists in Ireland. However, the investigation into this has prompted companies to act before legislation catches up. The Irish Bookmakers Association has told the newspaper that the companies had not breached any rules but used the law to allow consumers to continue charging their accounts in the most convenient way.
The Government Confirms No Wrongdoing
Speaking to a representative of the Junior Justice Minister James Browne, the media found out that whether or not credit card betting with the help of third-party apps is permissible is not up for the minister’s office to determine. This is even though the office oversees the introduction of a new gambling regulator in the country.
According to the spokesperson, whether such practices should be allowed is entirely up to the Irish Bookmakers Association to determine. Commenting, the person said that the new regulator would also have the discretion to make such calls.
Paddy Power, a leading betting company in the country, said that it had no official data as to what payments had come from credit card-fueled app betting, and said it did not know how much money it might lose as a result of a more restrictive measure. Meanwhile, Problem Gambling Ireland CEO Barry Grant reminded that the 40,000 people in the country who are said to be gambling addicts is actually an understatement.
Although Fiona doesn't have a long-spanning background within the gambling industry, she is an incredibly skilled journalist who has built a strong interest in the constantly growing iGaming network. The team at Gambling News is glad to have her on our roster to help deliver the best stories as soon as they hit. Aside from writing, she loves to dabble in online casino games such as slots and roulette, both for her own enjoyment and also as research to better improve her understanding of the industry.
Next Article

Industry
January 21, 2022
New York Post Adds Better Collective Content, Analyses, and More
Must Read
Industry
September 3, 2025
America Sees Sharp Drop in Foreign Tourists in 2025
Industry
September 3, 2025
IRS Cracks Down on Illegal Sports Gambling as Football Season Looms
More Articles
Sports
September 5, 2025
NZ Sporting Bodies Warn of Funding Crisis Over Online Gambling Bill
Industry
September 5, 2025
India Hikes GST on Real Money Gaming and Betting to 40%
Legal
September 5, 2025
Lucas Paquetá Plans on Suing FA After Betting Case Falls Apart
Sports
September 4, 2025
UFC Fight Nights Heads to Galaxy Arena for 2026-2029 Series
Sports
September 4, 2025
Gambling Isn’t Bad If Done Responsibly, Says Leading US Trade Group
Sports
September 4, 2025
Juventus vs. Inter Milan 2025-26 Serie A Odds, Time, and Prediction
Business
September 4, 2025
Polymarket Cleared to Relaunch US Prediction Market
Industry
September 4, 2025
Report Shows Rise in Youth Gambling and Gaming in BC
Sports
September 3, 2025
Paddy Power Teams Up with the NFL in the UK and Ireland
Sports
September 3, 2025
Watchdogs Align Ad Rules for UK and Foreign Gambling Companies
Sports
September 3, 2025
2025 Enjoy Illinois 300 NASCAR Odds, Time, and Prediction