Geoblocking
2 articles tagged "Geoblocking".
France orders internet service providers to block Polymarket over licensing violations
France's National Gambling Authority has ordered ISPs to block Polymarket for operating without a license, joining Spain and Ireland in restricting the platform. The regulator raised concerns about weather bets and potential insider trading, while Polymarket's annualized revenue has surpassed $1 billion.
GRAI Threatens High Court Action Against Prediction Market Operator as Polymarket Geoblocks Ireland
Ireland's gambling regulator has threatened High Court action against a major prediction market operator, and Polymarket has now geoblocked the country after GRAI intervention. The regulator warns that most platforms voluntarily withdraw when contacted, but it is prepared to seek blocking orders and impose fines of up to €20 million for non-compliance.