November 15, 2023

Brazilian Football Clubs Rally Against Proposed Sports Betting Sponsorship Ban

Brazilian Football’s United Stand: Clubs Challenge Proposed Ban on Vital Sports Betting Sponsorships In a united front, Brazilian football clubs are voicing strong opposition against a proposed amendment that could significantly impact their financial stability and sponsorship opportunities. Amendment 38-U, introduced by Senator Eduardo Girão and backed by the Senate Sports Committee, seeks to ban […]

November 14, 2023

Paraguay Deputies Call for Legislative Reforms to Curb Conajzar’s Licensing Authority

Paraguayan Deputies Demand Restructuring of Gambling Regulatory Powers to Ensure Fair Market Competition In a significant push for regulatory overhaul, fourteen members of Paraguay’s Chamber of Deputies are advocating for substantial legislative amendments to curtail the national gambling regulator Conajzar’s authority in issuing gambling licenses. This call for reform is sparked by concerns that Conajzar […]

November 11, 2023

IGT and Ponce Plaza Pioneer Puerto Rico’s Casino-Led Sports Betting Revolution

International Game Technology (IGT) is making a significant foray into the Puerto Rico sports betting market through a groundbreaking partnership with Ponce Plaza Hotel & Casino. Leveraging its advanced PlaySports solutions, IGT will power both online and retail sports betting offerings for Ponce Plaza, strategically located in the city of Ponce on Puerto Rico’s southern […]

October 31, 2023

Brazil’s Sports Betting Landscape: Key Dates and Regulations Unveiled

Brazil is swiftly advancing towards the legalisation of sports betting, with a crucial deadline fast approaching. Gambling operators aiming for a foothold in Brazil’s burgeoning sports betting scene have until the end of November to express their interest. The Brazil Ministry of Finance has released comprehensive guidelines on sports betting, encompassing the licensing procedure, responsible […]

October 31, 2023

Mexican Casino Operator Caliplay Challenges Playtech in Court

Grupo Caliente’s digital gambling arm, Caliplay, has initiated legal proceedings seeking to terminate its association with supplier Playtech. Both firms jointly run Caliente.MX, but they are currently at odds over the option to redeem an extra service fee. Mexican Courts have acknowledged jurisdiction for Caliplay’s claim. The court’s interim order has urged Playtech to persist […]

Brazil’s Sports Betting Scene: Operators Offered 30-Day Window to Register Intent

In a decisive move, Brazil’s Ministry of Finance released Ordinance No. 1330 recently, laying down a comprehensive framework of requirements for prospective sports betting operators. This initiative comes as Brazil readies itself for the inception of a fully regulated betting market. Companies keen on tapping into this burgeoning market are now given a 30-day timeframe […]

October 29, 2023

Coljuegos Elaborates on Its Blueprint to Regulate Gambling Advertisements in Colombia

Colombia’s prime gambling regulator, Coljuegos, has shed light on its ambitious strategy to oversee gambling promotions across the nation. The agency has recently drafted a resolution, aiming to take charge of all aspects of gambling advertisements, encompassing marketing, sponsorships, and various commercial communications. This draft resolution, pending approval from the Congress, presents comprehensive guidelines for […]

Colombian Gambling Authority Takes the Reins: Coljuegos Pushes for Comprehensive Oversight of Advertising!

COLOMBIA – In what could be one of the most significant regulatory shifts in the South American gambling landscape, Coljuegos, Colombia’s renowned gambling authority, is championing a transformative bill. This legislation seeks to vest the regulator with unparalleled powers to dictate and monitor standards for gambling advertising, encapsulating everything from promotions to sponsorships. Under the […]

Curaçao Sets Its Sights High: Aiming for Global Acclaim with Revolutionary Gambling Legislation!

CURAÇAO – Making waves in the international gambling community, Finance Minister Javier Silvania proclaimed the monumental significance of Curaçao’s innovative gambling legislation. The ultimate goal? To shield the nation from the looming threat of FATF grey-listing. Speaking at the coveted SiGMA Curaçao event, Silvania passionately emphasized that this legislation wasn’t about disruption but rather paving […]

September 2, 2023

Brazilian Lawmaker Suggests Stricter Regulations on Gambling Advertising

In anticipation of the forthcoming regulation of sports betting in Brazil, Deputy Ricardo Ayres from the state of Tocantins has introduced a new bill in the National Congress advocating for more rigorous controls on gambling advertising. Bill 3915/2023 aims to refine Provisional Measure No. 1182 by prohibiting promotional and advertising activities of casino betting brands […]