Legalization Gone Awry? The Online Gambling Craze in Brazil Sparks Money Laundering and Social Crisis!

E-sports betting legalized! E-sports betting included in the 2025 gambling framework! Brazil may become a new hotbed for gambling funds!

BetMGM executives warn: Influencer advertising ban may push users into the gambling black market, Brazilian legal market at risk.

In the context of the Brazilian government intensifying the regulation of gambling promotions, BetMGM's legal affairs chief Eduardo Ludmer warned that a complete ban on influencers participating in gambling promotions could backfire, exacerbating the expansion of the illegal gambling market.In May t

Brazilian Gambling Association Strongly Counters Advertising Lawsuit: Regulatory Market Has Fulfilled Responsibilities

The Brazilian National Association of Gambling and Lotteries (ANJL) recently strongly refuted a class action lawsuit initiated by the Rio de Janeiro Public Defender's Office (DPRJ) against 43 gambling companies, calling the allegations "baseless" and warning against confusing the legal and illegal g

Behind the $690 Million in Taxes: The Rise and Concerns of Brazil's Gambling Market

According to data released by the Brazilian Federal Revenue Service (RFB), in the first six months since the implementation of gambling regulation in Brazil, the industry has contributed 3.8 billion reais (approximately 687.5 million US dollars) in taxes. This figure was disclosed in the tax monthly

Brazil's Finance Minister harshly criticizes online gambling: It should be completely banned, as it has become a public health crisis.

Brazil's Finance Minister Fernando Haddad recently made a strong statement, saying that if it were up to him, he would completely ban online gambling. He bluntly stated, "No amount of tax can justify the legitimacy of gambling platforms."Haddad described the current gambling craze as a "public healt

Brazilian proposal promotes the inclusion of equestrian and rodeo events in online betting, expanding new areas of legal wagering.

The Brazilian betting market is expected to expand further. Federal Deputy Capitão Augusto recently proposed Bill No. 3388/2025, suggesting that all forms of equestrian and rodeo competitions be included in the scope of online fixed-odds betting. The proposal aims to amend the current Law No. 14.790

Brazil Advances National Gambling Addiction Assistance Bill: Integrated into Public Health and Social Services System

The Social Security and Family Committee of the Brazilian Chamber of Deputies recently approved a significant legislative proposal to establish a "National Comprehensive Assistance Program for Gambling Disorder," aimed at providing free treatment and social support for gambling addicts through the U

Brazilian player Fortune Tiger won 169,000 reais but was unable to withdraw the money, as the gambling operator MCR 73 Investimento LTDA went missing and was summoned by the court.

A Brazilian player, after winning a prize of 169,000 Brazilian Reais (approximately 44,000 US dollars) on a gambling platform, faced the dilemma of being unable to withdraw the funds and subsequently sued the operator MCR 73 Investimento LTDA. However, after the court failed to contact the company,

Esportes da Sorte celebrates one-year collaboration with Corinthians, sparking fan frenzy on the streets of São Paulo.

To celebrate the first anniversary of signing the main sponsorship agreement with Corinthians Club, the betting company Esportes da Sorte will launch a series of fan interaction activities this week, from street installations to live events at the stadium, fully showcasing its brand commitment.The c

43 Brazilian gambling companies sued: accused of false advertising, may face $53 million in damages and mandatory rectification

The Public Defender's Office in Rio de Janeiro has filed a class action lawsuit against 43 gambling companies, including Betano, Pixbet, and bet365, accusing them of misleading consumers in their advertisements and demanding compensation of 300 million Brazilian Reais (approximately 53 million US do

Bet365 releases Club World Cup report: UK, Spain, Brazil account for 70% of bets, with frequent upsets yet operators profit greatly.

In the inaugural FIFA Club World Cup, Bet365 held an optimistic view on the overall betting performance, despite a 21.6% decline in total bets compared to the UEFA Champions League final. Data shows that 67.9% of the bets came from the UK, Spain, and Brazil, making them the largest markets for the e

Inspired teams up with Jogo de Ouro to enter the Brazilian market and expand the Latin American iGaming landscape.

Inspired Entertainment announced a partnership with the Brazilian sports betting and online casino platform Jogo de Ouro, officially entering the regulated Brazilian iGaming market. This partnership marks an important step in Inspired's expansion in Latin America, following its layouts in the UK, Me

Evolution opens its first Brazilian localized live casino in São Paulo, focusing on blackjack games.

Evolution, the world's leading live casino provider, announced the opening of its first localized studio in São Paulo, Brazil, marking its official entry into this emerging regulated market.The new studio will initially focus on Blackjack games, specifically tailored for the Brazilian market, includ

Brazilian Congress evaluates gambling tax increase: Joint Committee deliberates on provisional measure PM 1,303/2025

Facing the proposal to increase the gambling tax rate from 12% to 18%, with the overall tax burden potentially reaching 50%, the Brazilian Congress has established a joint committee to assess the provisional measures PM 1,303/2025 proposed by the government in June, and plans to complete the voting

BetBlocker user surge, Brazil becomes the fastest growing market globally.

The UK gambling harm prevention charity BetBlocker announced that since the beginning of 2025, its active users in Brazil have exceeded 20,000, making the country the fastest-growing market globally. The organization noted that this achievement is due to the Portuguese version of the blocking softwa