Industry
June 22, 2026
Brazil’s President Signs Decree Going After Illegal Online Fixed-Odds Betting
After Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva signed Decree No. 13,033, the country now has a new mechanism for freezing the operations of illegal fixed-odds betting operators. President Lula Signs Decree The measure enables the federal government to seek forfeiture of those funds and allocate any proceeds ultimately confirmed through the legal process to […]
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 […]
Sports
May 18, 2026
Betano Named FIFA World Cup 2026 Tournament Supporter for Europe and South America
Kaizen Gaming, the leading GameTech company in Greece and one of the fastest-growing in Europe, announced that its Betano gaming brand has been selected as an Official Tournament Supporter of the FIFA World Cup 2026 for Europe and South America. This comes as the highly anticipated tournament steadily approaches. Betano Teams Up with FIFA for […]
Industry
August 14, 2025
Brazil’s AG Office Gives Meta 48 Hours to Remove Illegal Gambling Ads
The Office of the Attorney General of the Union (AGU) has issued an extrajudicial notice to Meta, the parent company of Instagram and Facebook, demanding the removal of illegal advertisements from profiles promoting unauthorized online betting and gambling services in Brazil. Meta Given 48 Hours by the Brazilian Attorney General’s Office to Remove Illegal Gambling […]
Industry
May 19, 2025
Brazilian Senator Calls for Ban on Soccer Betting in the Country
During a Senate plenary session on Friday, Senator Eduardo Girão urged the implementation of a betting ban, citing concerns about the industry’s growing influence on Brazilian soccer. Brazilian Senator Advocates Betting Ban in Soccer According to the senator, Brazil’s launch of a regulated online betting sector has caused an increase in addiction. He called for […]
Industry
February 27, 2025
Brazil’s Booming Gambling Market Poised for Major Consolidation
Brazil’s online betting and iGaming industry has enjoyed explosive growth, with active player accounts projected to reach 36 million by next year. As more companies seek to obtain a Brazilian license, especially in the highly lucrative sports betting vertical, industry experts predict a wave of consolidations as the market matures. Consolidation Could Be Inevitable The […]
Industry
February 5, 2025
Colombia Blocks 10K Illegal Gaming Websites and Social Media Accounts
Colombia’s gambling regulator, Coljuegos, announced that it has blocked a staggering 10,000 unlicensed gambling websites and social media accounts promoting illegal games of chance. The authority reiterated its stance on offshore entities, vowing to crack down on illicit products. Coljuegos Says 10,000 Entities Have Been Blocked The Coljuegos said that the 10,000 portals it blocked […]
Legal
January 27, 2025
Loterj Ordered to Cease Operations Outside Rio de Janeiro
The Supreme Federal Court (STF) has reaffirmed its decision regarding the territorial limitation of Loterj’s activities within Rio de Janeiro. Justice André Mendonça issued a stern directive against Loterj and its president, Hazenclever Lopes Cançado, giving the organization five days to implement measures preventing users from accessing Loterj-licensed operators outside Rio’s borders. Loterj Must Immediately […]
Industry
November 6, 2024
Brazilian Senate Remains Divided on Gambling Legalization
Brazil Senate President Rodrigo Pacheco reaffirmed his commitment to a parliamentary commission of inquiry (CPI) on online betting, noting that the need for enhanced monitoring and regulation of online betting is becoming increasingly evident. Despite tax reform dominating the legislative agenda, Pacheco stated that the CPI on betting must not be sidelined, citing rising consumer […]
Business
October 8, 2024
Bet365 Launches Online Gaming and Betting in Peru
Leading online gaming and sports betting operator bet365 has launched its iGaming business in Peru, providing locals with access to its cutting-edge offerings. This came after the company obtained official licensing approval from the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (MINCETUR). Bet365 Enters Peru The launch will provide Peruvian casino enthusiasts with access to the […]
