News

Gambling advertising: Brazil says stop

21 Apr 2025

Brazil is strengthening its legislation against illegal online gambling advertising, with a bill introduced by MP Kim Kataguiri providing for penalties of up to eight years’ imprisonment, particularly where minors or vulnerable people are targeted.

Legislation

Pincer machines: gambling or manipulation?

Caroline

15 Feb 2025

Pincer machines, the famous soft toy dispensers often found at fairs and shopping centres, are at the heart of a growing controversy in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil’s second largest city.

Legislation

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Fake winnings at the online casino: Ianka and Bruno, two Brazilian influencers behind bars

Alex

19 Jan 2025

A new fraud case is shaking the world of social networks and online gaming. Indeed, the famous Brazilian influencers Ianka Cristini and Bruno Martins, with more than 15 million subscribers, were arrested on Tuesday, January 14, 2025.

Sensation

Breaking News: Brazil Issues 71 Gambling Licenses

Ron

21 Dec 2024

Brazil has approved 71 gambling licenses.

Legislation

Superbet makes history with first gambling license in Brazil

Maxime

8 Dec 2024

The time has come: Superbet is the first gambling company to receive a license to operate legally in Brazil.

Economy

How gambling is driving brazilian youth into debt

Ron

23 Nov 2024

During a speech at the United Nations, President Lula slammed the gambling industry. He called gambling a “disaster” that primarily affects the poorest Brazilians.

Economy

End of online gambling in Brazil? ‘drastic ban’

Ron

6 Nov 2024

A new proposal is on the table in Brazil: a ban on online sports betting. Senator Sérgio Petecão, who introduced the proposal, is concerned about the impact of gambling on people’s mental health and their wallets.

Legislation

Brazil: New guidelines for sports betting and iGaming

Maxime

19 Oct 2024

The Brazilian Ministry of Sports has published new guidelines for approving sports betting and iGaming operations.

Legislation

Gambling companies in Curacao linked to billion-dollar fraud in Brazil

Ron

5 Oct 2024

A major investigation into money laundering practices has been launched in Brazil. And gambling companies in Curacao are also coming into the picture.

Sensation

Flutter buys major stake in Brazil’s NSX Group

Ron

18 Sep 2024

Flutter Entertainment is taking a big step into the Brazilian gambling market by buying a 56% stake in NSX Group. They are paying around $350 million for this.

Economy

Betano leads the Brazilian market with 23% of the grey gambling segment

Ron

15 Sep 2024

Betano is currently outperforming everyone in Brazil. With a 23% share of the grey gambling market, Betano is at the top.

Legislation

Memphis depay, de nederlandse voetballer, wordt betaald door een braziliaans gokbedrijf dat momenteel betrokken is bij een groot schandaal.

Controversial gambling company pays Memphis Depay’s salary: Money laundering investigated

Ron

11 Sep 2024

Memphis Depay, the Dutch star player, is paid by a Brazilian gambling company that is currently involved in a major scandal.

Sensation

Absolute record: Brazilian gambling market closes with 114 applications

Ron

22 Aug 2024

The deadline for submitting gambling license applications in Brazil has passed. With a total of 114 companies that submitted their applications on time.

Economy