Gambling News - 'Latin america'
Casino
June 2, 2026
1spin4win Goes Live with Stake in Mexico, Bolstering Local Footprint
1spin4win, a global provider of cutting-edge online casino games, has once again expanded its Latin American footprint, with the supplier launching with Stake.mx in Mexico. 1spin4win Expands Further in Mexico Amid Strong Financial Performance Locally The partnership represents a significant milestone in the company’s plans of scaling its regional and global presence by teaming up […]
Industry
May 29, 2026
Argentina Bill Targets Illegal Betting and Youth Gambling
Argentina’s Congress will soon review a sweeping reform bill that seeks to tighten oversight of online betting while reframing addiction as a public-health concern. The proposal, supported by President Javier Milei, arrives as digital gambling is becoming increasingly difficult to ignore. Officials cite a sharp rise in accessibility, particularly among younger users, as payment apps […]
Casino
May 19, 2026
LuckyStreak Secures Reach Expansion with QTech Games’ Aggregation Platform
LuckyStreak, a world-leading provider of live casino games, has expanded its global reach through a partnership with tech company QTech Games, which offers solutions in the iGaming sector, and notably one of the most accomplished game aggregation platforms. LuckyStreak Now Set to Drive Further Forays in Africa, Latin America Through QTech Games While QTech Games […]
Industry
April 20, 2026
Brazil’s President Pushes for New Restrictions on Online Gambling
Brazil is currently considering changes to its online betting regulations as the government prepares new restrictions that could shake up one of the world’s fastest-growing gambling markets. Officials close to President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva say a presidential decree is in the works, which will restrict access to betting platforms and limit promotional activities. […]
Industry
April 9, 2026
Brazilian President Wishes He Could Ban Online Gambling
Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva struck another populist tone on Wednesday, after he argued that online betting platforms that his government helped usher in should be banned. The octogenarian has never been too sweet on online gambling, but he saw it as a way to boost the public purse with one important caveat […]
Prediction Markets
March 18, 2026
Argentina Enforces Nationwide Ban on Prediction Market Platform Polymarket
Argentina has moved to block access to the prediction platform Polymarket across the entire country following a court decision that found the service operating outside legal boundaries. The ruling issued by a Buenos Aires judge marks the first time a Latin American nation has imposed a full restriction on the site. Argentina Cracks Down on […]
Prediction Markets
March 10, 2026
Kalshi Expands to Brazil with Brokerage Firm XP
Bloomberg has reported that Kalshi is now expanding further afield in Brazil, following an interview with company co-founder Luana Lopes Lara and the media outlet. Kalshi Delivers on Promise to Expand Further Globally The partnership is part of the company’s broader expansion strategy that will rely on established financial partners overseas rather than seek to […]
Industry
January 26, 2026
Brazil’s War on Illegal Gaming Led to Thousands of Sites Being Blocked in 2025
The arrival of 2025 marked a new chapter for gaming in Brazil as the country introduced regulated sports betting and online gaming. Throughout the year, however, authorities also experienced some of the challenges associated with online gaming firsthand. Brazil Cracked Down on Unlicensed Gaming A recent report by the Secretariat of Prizes and Betting shows […]
Lottery
January 6, 2026
Brightstar & Scientific Games to Launch São Paulo Lottery
Brightstar Lottery and Scientific Games, two of the world’s top lottery companies, have joined forces to launch a new lottery in the State of São Paulo, Brazil. Local players can therefore look forward to enjoying a variety of games through the lottery’s digital and retail channels. São Paulo to Get a World-Class Lottery According to […]
Industry
January 5, 2026
Brazil’s President Approves Law to Increase Taxes on Gambling Operators
Brazil’s president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, has enacted a law raising taxes on betting companies operating in the South American country, increasing the rate from 12% to 15% by 2028. President Lula Approves New Tax Law Lula granted final approval to Complementary Law No. 224 last week, following mid-December approval of the original bill, […]