Business
July 6, 2021
XB Net and BoyleSports Renew Existing Distribution Deal
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 […]
Casino
June 7, 2021
Funfair Casino Enters the Digital World with Aspire Global
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 […]
Sports
March 11, 2021
FAI Lifts Its Sponsorship Ban to League of Ireland Clubs
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 […]
Sports
March 10, 2021
888sport Becomes Main Sponsor of Shamrock Rovers FC
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 […]
Sports
February 28, 2021
FAI Executive Jonathan Hill Rules Out Gambling Sponsorships
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 […]
Industry
February 22, 2021
Flutter Entertainment Suspends Credit Card Payments in Ireland
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 […]
Sports
February 19, 2021
Irish Labor Party Wants to Ban Gambling Advertisement, Disregards Financial Loss
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 […]
Legal
February 17, 2021
GAA and GPA Push for Anti-Gambling Ads Legislation
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 […]