Ireland Targets Prediction Markets | Cork News

Cork News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 19, 2026 · 1m

Ireland’s gambling watchdog is cracking down hard on prediction markets, declaring them illegal gambling and forcing major platforms to block Irish users—or face court action. Regulator CEO Anne Marie Caulfield has already pressured one top site to geoblock Ireland, with another reportedly following suit within hours. Warning letters are flying, and non-compliance could lead to High Court orders, site shutdowns, and funding seizures. The move comes amid growing concerns over unregulated crypto bets tied to a Dublin by-election, as the government seeks to bring these “Wild West” markets under…