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29 articles tagged "Brazil".
Brazil's New Betting Ad Rules: Safeguards vs. Overreach
Brazil's two new betting advertising ordinances mandate health warnings and curtail misleading content, but Oddsgate's Valter Delfraro warns that excessive restrictions could drive players to the illegal market, urging a focus on education rather than repression.
Aracaju Bans Betting Advertisements Across Public Spaces and Licensed Structures
The city of Aracaju has banned betting advertisements on public and municipally licensed structures, with fines from R$300 to R$5,000 for violators. The move aligns with a growing trend among Brazilian municipalities, though industry association ANJL is considering legal action, arguing advertising restrictions should be handled at the federal level.
BGaming’s TRUE WAYS Returns with Record Engagement, Tackles Content Overload
BGaming’s second TRUE WAYS conference drew over 450 senior industry professionals to discuss content overload, with speakers stressing quality over quantity and urging studios to adapt to shifting player attention. A third edition is confirmed for November.
World Cup 2026 Drives LatAm iGaming Growth, Non-Participants Outpace Qualifiers
Blask data shows Latin American iGaming demand rose 7.2% in June 2026, driven by the World Cup, with non-participant countries like Bolivia and Costa Rica posting the strongest growth, while Brazil and Colombia saw declines.
Brazil Arrests Influencer and Husband in Illegal Betting Money Laundering Probe
Brazilian Federal Police arrested influencer Thayna da Rocha Endringer and her husband for allegedly laundering drug trafficking money through illegal betting platforms, executing 14 search warrants across six states. The case coincides with a new government campaign on betting risks.
Survey reveals 58% of Brazilians link sports betting to match-fixing risk
A new survey by More in Common and Ipsos-Ipec finds that 58% of Brazilians associate sports betting with increased match-fixing risk, while 68% support banning betting sponsorships in football. Industry figures call for caution and emphasize responsible advertising over prohibition.
Globo Reportedly Weighs Ban on Betting Sponsors for Big Brother Brasil
Globo is reportedly considering barring betting operators from sponsoring Big Brother Brasil amid regulatory and consumer scrutiny over gambling ads. The broadcaster expects sufficient advertiser demand from other sectors to offset the loss, after the show generated over BR1bn in ad revenue last season.
Datafolha Survey Shows Stable Gambling Participation in Brazil as Financial Strain Eases Post-Regulation
A May 2026 Datafolha survey found that 7% of Brazilian voters continue to gamble or play online casinos, unchanged since November 2024, while financial strain among gamblers declined notably after regulation took effect in January 2025, with 35% reporting compromised finances (down from 44%). Public perception remains largely negative, with 57% viewing betting as an addiction.
Brazil’s Licensed Betting Sector Backs Stricter Advertising Rules
Brazil's licensed betting industry and its main trade associations have welcomed the government's new advertising restrictions requiring mandatory consumer warnings, viewing the rules as a positive step for market integrity and player protection.
Brazilian Court Orders Nationwide Suspension of Pixbet, Flabet, and Bet da Sorte Over Age Verification Failures
A Brazilian court has ordered the nationwide suspension of Pixbet, Flabet, and Bet da Sorte for failing to prevent minors from accessing their platforms, requiring implementation of facial recognition and biometric verification before operations can resume.
Virtual Sports Step Up as World Cup Void Looms, Says Kiron Consultant
Eliane Nunes of Kiron Interactive explains how virtual sports can maintain player engagement after the World Cup ends, filling the gap between live events and offering a behavioral continuity for bettors through sportsbook integration and instant replay dynamics.
Brazil launches public health campaign to highlight betting addiction risks
Brazil's Ministry of Health is launching a national campaign to educate the public on betting addiction risks and promote mental health support, while new advertising restrictions for operators take effect in July.