By Filip Mishevski

Business

New Regulators in Ireland Are Set to Change the Gambling Scene

July 13, 2021

Gambling advertising in Ireland is set to be banned as James Brown, the Ministry of State for Justice, plans to present new legislation that will change the way this industry is regulated in the country. Browne stated that the regulator will be put into effect by the end of 2021. New Regulations Coming, but Not […]

By Jerome García

Industry

Gambling Is a Major Social Problem, Says Former Paddy Power CEO Stewart Kenny

July 12, 2021

During a recent interview for Prime Time on RTE, Paddy Power’s former CEO and co-founder Stewart Kenny deemed the gambling industry a “major social problem.” He revealed that many operators are now targeting the younger population, while the government remains focused on collecting gambling tax revenue. Former Paddy Power CEO Criticizes Gambling, Says It’s a […]

By Julie Moraine

Business

XB Net and BoyleSports Renew Existing Distribution Deal

July 6, 2021

An existing distribution deal between North American racing content supplier XB Net and Irish-based sports betting group BoyleSports has been renewed to allow horse racing fans in the UK and Ireland access to exciting racing events. “BoyleSports is a big brand whose expertise and customer service is best-in-breed. So, it’s a timely moment at which […]

By Eva Ivanova

Casino

Funfair Casino Enters the Digital World with Aspire Global

June 7, 2021

Aspire Global, a leading casino B2B platform provider in the industry has signed a deal with Funfair Casino, Ireland’s biggest casino group, to bring its land-based operations to the digital world.  Funfair Casino joins forces with Aspire Global.  Aspire Global, an online gambling solutions provider headquartered in Sliema, Malta, has signed a platform and managed services deal […]

By Eva Ivanova

Sports

FAI Lifts Its Sponsorship Ban to League of Ireland Clubs

March 11, 2021

FAI has lifted its ban on sports betting operators sponsoring Irish football clubs after the latest deal between League of Ireland Premier Division champion with a gambling company. Betting Companies Can Become League Clubs’ Sponsors The betting sponsorship ban on League clubs in Ireland won’t be extended by The Football Association of Ireland (FAI) after […]

By Julie Moraine

Sports

888sport Becomes Main Sponsor of Shamrock Rovers FC

March 10, 2021

Global sports betting and online gaming company 888 and League of Ireland Premier Division Shamrock Rovers Football Club announced today an agreement to make the gambling operator an official sponsor of the football club for the 2021 and 2022 seasons. Brand Presence on Shirt and Stadium Under the terms of the sponsorship agreement, official 888sport […]

By Jerome García

Sports

FAI Executive Jonathan Hill Rules Out Gambling Sponsorships

February 28, 2021

FAI boss Jonathan Hill has confirmed that the Football Association of Ireland would not seek gambling companies to bail the organization. Jonathan Hill Opts Out of Gambling Partnerships The Football Association of Ireland (FAI) is reluctant to seek closer ties with gambling companies and confirmed the organization’s chief executive, Jonathan Hill, who said that FAI would avoid betting […]

By Luke Thompson

Industry

Flutter Entertainment Suspends Credit Card Payments in Ireland

February 22, 2021

Starting from April 6 on in, Flutter Entertainment will no longer accept credit card payments in Ireland. Credit Cards to Go from Flutter Entertainment’s Brands in Ireland Flutter Entertainment is taking another step towards reining in problem gambling by introducing a ban on credit card payments and betting across the group’s brands in Ireland. Starting […]

By Luke Thompson

Sports

Irish Labor Party Wants to Ban Gambling Advertisement, Disregards Financial Loss

February 19, 2021

A Gambling advertisement ban has been called for by the Irish Labor Party, looking to stem the spread of activity many have called “out of control” and imperiling the well-being of citizens. Growing Gambling Problems and Advertisement Irish Labor Party spokesman for sports senator Mark Wall has called for a ban on gambling advertisement arguing […]

By Luke Thompson

Legal

GAA and GPA Push for Anti-Gambling Ads Legislation

February 17, 2021

The GAA and GPA have voiced concerns over gambling advertisement during live sporting events and have petitioned lawmakers and broadcasters to limit gambling coverage. GPA and GAA Join Forces to Curb Gambling Advertisement Gaelic Players Association (GPA) and Gaelic Athletics Association (GAA) are pushing for new nationwide legislation to ban gambling advertisements during live sports […]