Ricardo Assis – SBC Noticias Brazil The CPI’s rapporteurs are demanding a shock to the system and reset of the governance, regulation, and enforcement of Brazil’s online gambling sector. Ricardo …
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iGaming Daily: Shot in the Foot – Why Brazil’s Proposed Tax Hike Will Boost Illegal Betting
by Steve Hoare2 minutes readIn this latest episode of iGaming Daily, brought to you by Optimove, hosted by Fernando Noodt, the team, including Ricardo Assis and Ana Maria Menezes from SBC Noticias Brasil, delves …
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The regulatory hammer has intensified in Brazil as the country’s Secretariat of Prizes and Betting (SPA) has removed seven betting licenses over compliance failures. As the market continues to mature …
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Senate advances Bill to restrict gambling advertising in Brazil
by Steve Hoare6 minutes readThe Senate has approved the passage of a Bill introducing federal rules on gambling advertising. However, caution is advised, as Série A football clubs warn that the restrictions could undermine …
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Player Protection Symposium, SBC Americas: IMGL masterclass calls for rethink on regulatory relations
by Steve Hoare4 minutes readA theme is emerging in Latin America once regulatory frameworks are established, with over-regulation becoming a temptation for states seeking to increase revenue and to appease certain sections ofsocial sectors …
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Four bills introduced in Brazil to restrict advertising and protect vulnerable players
by Steve Hoare4 minutes readA group of Brazilian parliamentarians from the so-called “Shared Cabinet” yesterday presented a set of four bills (PL) aimed at restricting the activities of online gaming and betting platforms. The …
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FanDuel takes gold for Socially Responsible Initiative at SBC Awards
by Steve Hoare1 minutes readFanDuel has triumphed in the Socially Responsible Initiative of the Year category at the SBC Awards, Americas. FanDuel pipped second-placed Ontario Lottery & Gaming Corporation after a year that saw …
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Sportradar to ensure integrity throughout all sports in Brazil
by Steve Hoare2 minutes readSportradar has signed a partnership with the Brazilian Ministry of Sports, which is looking for technological avenues to protect sports integrity after the betting market launch this year. The new …
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Peru hails first year progress of new online gambling regime
by Steve Hoare3 minutes readDamián Gabriel Martínez: SBC Noticias Peru has reported successful implementation of its new online gambling framework, as authorities prioritise tax compliance and toughen enforcement against black market websites. Peru offers …
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Brazil: Player limits put spotlight on consumer rights of gambling
by Steve Hoare4 minutes readRecent judgments against Betano and Bet365 over restrictions on player accounts underscore a significant legislative blind spot in Brazil’s Bets regime regarding consumer rights an issue that requires a definitive …