Brazil

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  The working group for the promotion of the project on unified supervision of rates held its first meetings Brazil

  On July 10, the Prizes and Betting Secretariat of the Brazilian Ministry of Finance (SPA-MF) held the first two official meetings of the specialized working group with the participation of representatives of the Federal District and 16 federal entities

  July 25, 2025
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  DPRJ filed lawsuit against 43 gambling operators Brazil

  A lawsuit has been filed against 43 gambling operators seeking 300 million reais ($54 million) in collective moral damages caused by misleading gambling advertising. The operators sued by Rio de Janeiro’s Consumer Protection Department (DPRJ) include majors such as Betano, bet365, Pixbet

  July 24, 2025
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  Brazil to donate 0.1% of online betting revenue to support deaf sports, bill clears committee Brazil

  Part of the revenue from online betting will be redirected to support deaf athletes. The proposal was recently approved by the House of Representatives' Disability Rights Committee

  July 21, 2025
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  The Brazilian Senate once again postpones the vote on the gambling bill Brazil

  The Brazilian Senate has voted again for Bill 2234/2022, which provides for the legalization of land-based casinos, bingo halls and the traditional Brazilian game jogo do bicho

  July 17, 2025
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  Brazil plans to raise the tax on betting revenue (GGR) from 12% to 18%: reasons and consequences Brazil

  A temporary measure (MP) has come into force in Brazil to increase the tax on online betting operators from 12% to 18% of their gross gambling revenue (GGR).

  July 17, 2025
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  Brazil senator proposes tougher controls on online betting industry Brazil Sports betting

  Senator Izalci Lucas (PL-DF) submitted a series of proposals to the federal government aimed at reducing the negative consequences of online betting activities in Brazil. One of the suggestions includes introducing civil, administrative, or criminal liability for companies and influencers involved in fraudulent practices.

  July 4, 2025
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  Brazilian ministries sign agreement to advance digital betting management system Brazil Sports betting

  On July 2, 2025, Brazil's Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Management and Innovation signed a cooperation agreement to modernize the national betting regulation system. The agreement supports the development of the Betting Management System (SIGAP), a digital platform designed to monitor licensed betting operators.

  July 3, 2025
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  Rio de Janeiro targets influencers promoting online betting platforms Brazil Regulation

  The government of Rio de Janeiro is set to take regulatory action against influencers and companies promoting online betting platforms. Over 300 entities, including well-known digital personalities like Virginia Fonseca, will be officially notified starting Monday.

  June 20, 2025
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  Brazil moves to formalize Timemania revenue distribution among football clubs Brazil

  The Sports Committee of the Brazilian lower house has approved a bill that establishes new guidelines for distributing funds from the Timemania lottery among football clubs. The proposal amends both the Timemania Law and the General Lottery Law.

  June 18, 2025
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  Brazilian Senate fast-tracks casino and bingo legalization with support from Federal Government Brazil Regulation

  The Brazilian Senate is expediting efforts to legalize bingo halls, casinos, and the traditional "jogo do bicho" with direct backing from the federal government. Senate President Davi Alcolumbre (União-AP) has informed party leaders that the bill will be put to a vote before the July legislative recess.

  June 17, 2025