The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) is accelerating the establishment of an international cooperation network, having recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Belgium Gaming Commission to further consolidate its position in the European gambling regulatory field.U
Irish banks have introduced a voluntary gambling block feature for their customers, providing tools in collaboration with AIB, EBS, and Revolut to help reduce gambling harm.This move is part of a broader initiative by the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) to push for consumer protectio
According to the latest data released, the "Safer Gambling Week" campaign has achieved significant success, with over 1.5 million individual accounts activating safer gambling tools, a 22% increase from last year, setting a new historical record.Among the various tools available, setting deposit lim
The Professional Footballers' Association of Northern Ireland (PFA NI) has announced a new partnership with gambling blocking software provider Gamban.This collaboration aims to enable association members to use problem gambling support tools provided by Gamban, an organization committed to combatin
The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) will be very busy in the coming years as this new regulatory body takes on the role of overseer of the Irish gambling industry.In the coming months, the new regulatory body's tasks include issuing licenses, establishing a regulatory framework with
The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) has officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC).The signing ceremony took place during the visit of Gambling Commission CEO Andrew Rhodes to Dublin, where he met with GRAI CEO Anne-Marie Caulfield.Th
The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) is requesting those interested in obtaining a gambling license to register, as it aims to open the licensing portal by the end of this year.Under the Gambling Regulation Act of 2024, the mission of the Irish Gambling Regulatory Authority is to issu
Sports betting company QuinnBet has officially migrated its platform to Pragmatic Solutions' online gaming system, with a particular focus on its UK and Ireland operations.By adopting Pragmatic's Player Account Management (PAM) platform, the sports betting brand seeks to leverage the technology stac
BetMakers Technology Group has expanded its partnership with UK Tote Group, ensuring that its Quantum software remains the core platform for pool betting operations at racetracks in the UK and Ireland.The agreement is based on existing terms and secures BetMakers' role in managing the infrastructure
Entain Posts Robust 2024 Financials, Expects Continued GrowthGlobal gaming giant Entain PLC has posted stable 2024 financials, reflecting a solid recovery in key markets and impressive online growth. The group recorded a 7% year-on-year net gaming revenue (NGR) increase to £5.16 billion ($6.67 billi
Flutter Entertainment Reports Strong Q4 2024 Performance, Signals Bullish 2025 OutlookFlutter Entertainment enjoyed a robust fourth-quarter 2024 performance, exceeding expectations with better-than-expected earnings and a confident outlook for 2025. The global gaming giant maintained momentum, suppo
FDJ Restructures Executive Team and Business UnitsFrançaise des Jeux (FDJ) has announced a major reorganization of its executive leadership and operational structure following its acquisition of Kindred Group. The move is part of a broader strategy to strengthen its position in the European gambling
FDJ Rebrands as FDJ UNITED, Posts Impressive 2024 FinancialsLa Française des Jeux (FDJ), the operator of France and Ireland’s national lotteries, has published its latest financial report, highlighting strong 2024 results. In addition to that, the company unveiled a new identity, rebranding itself t
“It’s important to realise, in terms of the harms of gambling, it’s not confined to a particular gender. Sometimes it’s considered that it ought to be a certain socioeconomic group or certain educational background. But it’s actually across the board.’Towards the end of the Irish Examiner’s chat wit
The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) is now officially operational. Its mission is to enforce and oversee the country's new "Gambling Regulation Act of 2024."The focus of GRAI is public safety, covering both retail and online gambling. It is responsible for approving licenses under th
