October 31, 2024

Ex-Finance Ministry Advisor Warns Against Banning Online Betting

José Francisco Manssur, former special secretary of Brazil’s Ministry of Finance, has issued a strong warning against banning online betting in Brazil. Manssur, who was instrumental in shaping Brazil’s current betting legislation, argues that prohibition would negate years of progress and harm Brazil’s economy and global standing. His comments come in response to Bill 4,031/2024, […]

March 4, 2024

Brazil’s New Move in Sports Betting Regulation

Steering Brazil’s Betting Future: A Strategic Shift in Sports Betting Regulation In a bold move that could redefine the contours of Brazil’s burgeoning sports betting landscape, Minister of Sports André Fufuca is poised to place a trusted ally at the helm of the newly established Prizes and Betting Secretariat of the Ministry of Finance. This […]

February 22, 2024

José Francisco Manssur Resigns Amid Brazil Sports Betting Legislation Plans

A Sudden Departure: Manssur’s Exit and Its Implications In a development that has sent ripples through the Brazilian sports betting landscape, José Francisco Manssur, a pivotal figure in the crafting of Brazil’s sports betting legislation, has resigned from his advisory position. While the precise reasons for Manssur’s departure remain undisclosed, speculation is rife that disagreements […]