The Team

The Team

the Team

Lead News Editor

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Founder & Chief Consultant

David Hickey is a senior gambling industry leader with over 15 years’ experience in operations, compliance and business development. He spent more than a decade managing one of Ireland’s leading licensed gaming venues, overseeing operations, regulatory adherence and player engagement. David also played a key role in the evolution of one of Ireland’s leading non-profits, driving strategic growth, digital transformation and public sector collaboration. His cross-sector experience underscores his ability to lead complex, high-impact initiatives with both commercial and social outcomes in mind. With deep expertise in gambling technologies ranging from casino management systems to automated reporting, David leverages data-driven strategies to enhance efficiency, strengthen responsible gambling practices and ensure compliance. He is a trusted advisor for navigating Ireland’s rapidly evolving gambling landscape.

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News Editor

Aidan Kelleher is an Irish journalist specialising in the gambling industry. With a background in regulatory affairs and a sharp eye for policy trends, he covers everything from market developments and operator strategy to safer gambling and legal reform. Based in Dublin, his reporting blends frontline insight with expert analysis, making him a trusted voice on Ireland’s evolving gambling landscape.

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About Winline

Winline is an Irish-based consultancy firm specialising in the gambling industry, with a particular focus on land-based gaming venues across Ireland. The firm offers expert consulting services to operators navigating the evolving regulatory landscape. Winline provides updates on the upcoming licensing framework set by the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI), which will open applications for betting licenses in December 2025 and gaming licenses in early 2026. 

In addition to consultancy services, Winline operates Winline news, a news platform delivering the latest industry news and updates relevant to Irish operators. The platform covers various topics, including Irish, UK and European gambling regulation, new casino products, and the latest technology. 

Winline is an Irish-based consultancy firm specializing in the gambling industry, with a particular focus on land-based gaming venues across Ireland. In addition to consultancy services, Winline also operates Winline News, a news platform delivering the latest industry news and updates relevant to Irish operators. The platform covers various topics, including UK and European regulation, poker, new casino products, and technology

2025 © Winline

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About Winline

Winline is an Irish-based consultancy firm specialising in the gambling industry, with a particular focus on land-based gaming venues across Ireland. The firm offers expert consulting services to operators navigating the evolving regulatory landscape. Winline provides updates on the upcoming licensing framework set by the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI), which will open applications for betting licenses in December 2025 and gaming licenses in early 2026. 

In addition to consultancy services, Winline operates Winline news, a news platform delivering the latest industry news and updates relevant to Irish operators. The platform covers various topics, including Irish, UK and European gambling regulation, new casino products, and the latest technology. 

Winline is an Irish-based consultancy firm specializing in the gambling industry, with a particular focus on land-based gaming venues across Ireland. In addition to consultancy services, Winline also operates Winline News, a news platform delivering the latest industry news and updates relevant to Irish operators. The platform covers various topics, including UK and European regulation, poker, new casino products, and technology

2025 © Winline