Ireland's Gambling Regulation Act of 2024, effective in October, imposes a €10 maximum wager and €3,000 cap on online poker winnings, potentially stifling the industry. While aimed mainly at sports betting, the new rules could severely impact online poker operators and traditional tournaments like the Irish Poker Open. Critics, including industry figures, are advocating for exemptions to preserve the viability of poker in Ireland, arguing that the government should better understand the game's operations before enforcing these stringent restrictions.
Legislators in Ireland are imposing harsh restrictions on online poker, introducing a €10 maximum wager and €3,000 maximum win with the Gambling Regulation Act of 2024.
This legislation, focusing on sports betting, is set to replace numerous gambling laws, potentially rendering traditional poker tournaments unviable.
Many hope for an exemption for poker as the new regulations could negatively impact popular events like the historic Irish Poker Open.
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