Ireland’s first gambling regulator appointed to oversee developing gambling market

Author: Live Casino Direct
 
Super Slots

Gambling is a flourishing sector in many parts of the world. It is now a multi-billion euro industry in Ireland. The rise of this industry has been rapid in the last 10 years. Anne Marie Caulfield was appointed as Ireland’s first ever Gambling Regulatory Authority CEO.

Ann Marie Caulfield was appointed as the new CEO of the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland. She will be responsible for the development of gambling in Ireland and its developing market.

Ireland's gambling industry is growing fast. Online casino games in Ireland are predicted to reach $7.79m in revenue this year and 10.58% growth rate by 2026. The country's general online casino sector saw a 38% increase in the amount of people signing up to play and an estimated $10m gambled each year at online casinos.

Anne Marie Caulfield will be the CEO of the Irish Gambling Regulatory Authority in 2023. She will take up the new role to oversee the developing online casino sector in Ireland. The regulator is not yet established fully.

The appointment of Ireland's first ever gambling regulator confirms the need for more regulation of the emerging Irish gambling market. The new authority will have the power to fine any gambling providers who do not comply with legislation in the country. It is expected that the authority also will be able to legalize land-based casinos in Ireland and regulate them moving ahead.

Ireland’s first gambling regulator appointed to oversee developing gambling market. All real-money gambling comes with inherent risks. Players should make sure they are using them safely and responsibly. They should seek help from the relevant authorities, charities and government entities for their residence.

Ireland’s first gambling regulator appointed to oversee developing gambling market. Gambling safety is a core tenet of their goals. They recommend all players adhere to the five key rules of safer gambling.