November 26, 2024

Brazil’s Anatel Struggles to Block Illegal Gambling Sites

Brazil’s National Telecommunications Agency (Anatel) is struggling to block illegal gambling sites, likening the effort to “mopping up ice.” With over 5,200 domains flagged for blocking, the scale of the challenge highlights gaps in technology and regulatory power. Enhanced legal authority and technology investments could significantly curb illegal gambling and protect Brazilian bettors from financial […]

November 18, 2024

Brazil’s Supreme Court Tightens Gambling Regulations

Is Brazil ready for the launch of its regulated online gambling market in 2025? The Brazilian Supreme Court is ensuring it is. By ordering immediate changes to gambling regulations, including a ban on gambling with social benefits and restricting advertising to minors, the court is setting the foundation for a responsible and regulated market. These […]

October 14, 2024

Stake Opens São Paulo Office

Stake, a major global online casino operator, has made a bold move by opening a new office in São Paulo, Brazil, as the country gears up for the launch of its regulated online gambling market. With approval from the Ministry of Finance, Stake joins over 100 companies applying for a license to operate in one […]

October 11, 2024

Brazil to Block 2,000 Unauthorised Gambling Sites

Is Brazil on the verge of reshaping its gambling market? Over 2,000 unauthorised gambling websites will be blocked from operating in Brazil starting today, as part of the government’s crackdown on illegal gambling ahead of the 2025 market regulation. The Ministry of Finance’s Prizes and Betting Secretariat (SPA) is leading this initiative, sending a clear […]

October 3, 2024

Brazil Adds Four More Operators to Approved Betting List

Brazil’s gambling market is evolving, with four new operators recently added to the list of approved betting companies. This adjustment comes during a critical transition period as Brazil gears up for its full legal market launch in January 2025. These changes aim to ensure a smooth transition while regulating the market effectively, providing a safer […]

September 19, 2024

Six More Brazil Operators Rush to Apply for Licences

Six More Brazilian Gambling Operators Apply for Licences Following Government’s Enforcement Warning Brazil’s gambling market is approaching a significant regulatory shift, and operators are racing to meet compliance. This week, six more Brazilian gambling operators applied for licences after the country’s Ministry of Finance issued a stern warning. From 1 October 2024, any operator without […]

September 17, 2024

Brazil Cracks Down on Unauthorized Betting Companies in October

Brazil to Suspend Unauthorized Betting Companies from October Ahead of Market Regulation Brazil’s betting landscape is on the brink of a major transformation, with new regulations set to reshape the industry. The Prizes and Betting Secretariat (SPA) has announced strict measures to curb unauthorized betting operations starting this October. Discover how these changes will impact […]

August 30, 2024

Caixa Aims to Dominate Brazil’s Lucrative Betting Market

Caixa Aims to Dominate Brazil’s Lucrative Betting Market as Legal Launch Approaches As Brazil prepares to roll out its regulated betting market in January 2025, Caixa Loterias is gearing up to become a major force. Led by President Carlos Antônio Vieira Fernandes, Caixa has positioned itself as a key player in the soon-to-be-legalized betting industry, […]

June 3, 2024

Brazil Reshuffles Regulatory Roles in Gambling Sector

Brazil Overhauls Gambling Regulation with Key Role Reassignments Brazil’s gambling industry is undergoing significant changes with new regulatory roles and responsibilities being reassigned by the Ministry of Finance. Discover how these changes are set to impact the regulatory landscape and what it means for the future of sports betting in Brazil. Learn about the phased […]

April 22, 2024

Regis Dudena to Lead Brazil’s Betting Regulation, Overseeing New Gambling Laws

Navigating the New Frontier: Regis Dudena Appointed to Lead Brazil’s Betting Regulatory Body A New Era for Brazilian Betting: Regis Dudena Takes the Helm – The Brazilian betting landscape is on the brink of a transformative era as Regis Dudena assumes leadership of the Secretariat of Prizes and Bets (SPA). This pivotal appointment comes at […]