InPlaySoft recently released a semi-annual report on the regulated online gambling market in Brazil, showing that the industry paid a total of about 3.8 billion Brazilian reais (approximately 685 million euros) in taxes in the first six months of 2025, reflecting the strong contribution of the gambling market under the new regulatory framework. In June alone, the regulated gambling industry paid about 764 million reais (approximately 117.7 million euros) to the Federal Revenue Service (RFB).
It is noteworthy that after the temporary measure on June 11 raised the tax rate on total gambling revenue (GGR) from 12% to 18%, the federal government's tax revenue is expected to further increase in the coming months. This data highlights the significant contribution of regulated online gambling to Brazil's public finances.
However, as this report is released, the Brazilian Congress is facing significant controversy over gambling legislation. Federal Deputy Luis Carlos Hauly (Vamos-PR) has submitted Bill No. 3636/2025, proposing to repeal Laws No. 13,756 and No. 14,790, completely revoking the legalization of online gambling nationwide. The bill will prohibit fixed-amount betting and ban the promotion of gambling games both physically and digitally.
Hauly points out that young people's dependence on online gambling is increasing, especially through electronic games on social networks, which not only leads to personal crises but also affects family welfare. He emphasizes that banning online gambling is a necessary and urgent measure to protect national interests, uphold citizen dignity, and secure the future of the youth.
This semi-annual market report not only showcases the importance of regulated gambling to national revenue but also highlights the complex disputes between online gambling regulation and legislation in Brazil, with future policy directions still likely to have a profound impact on the industry's development.
