Dino Returns RE 966177, Leaving Fachin to Schedule Brazil's Gambling Ban Judgment
Justice Flávio Dino returned RE 966177 on 12 November, so Brazil's Supreme Court can resume the 1941 gambling ban case once Edson Fachin sets a date.
Meridian Writes Off $5.5m Brazil Licence as Congress Extends Betting Ban
Congress extended Brazil's MP 1,394 betting ban by 60 days as Meridian wrote off its $5.5m Brazilian license and said it will stay and fight.
Brazil Supreme Court Hears Clubs, Ministries and Operators on Betting Ban as Fux Sets No Ruling Date
Justice Luiz Fux closed the STF's 3 November hearing on MP 1.394/2026 with no ruling date, as clubs, ministries and operators clashed over the betting ban.
Flávio Bolsonaro Asks Brazil's Supreme Court to Remove Moraes From Betting-Linked Laundering Probe
Flávio Bolsonaro's defense filed three petitions at Brazil's Supreme Court on 30 October 2026 seeking Moraes' exit from a betting-linked laundering probe.
Banned in Brazil, Taxed in Britain, Capped in Spain: Lucky Lou's Weekly Rake Report
Lucky Lou on a week of bans, taxes and caps: Brazil's betting shutdown, Britain's 25% machine duty, the KSA's record €37m fine and Spain's deposit leash.
Brazil's Supreme Court Sets 3 November Hearing on the Betting Ban, With 28 Entities Including Top Football Clubs
Justice Luiz Fux will hear 28 entities on 3 November on MP 1,394, Brazil's fixed-odds betting ban, before ruling on requests to suspend it.
Flávio Bolsonaro Reaches Miami After Defying a Supreme Court Passport Order in a Betting-Linked Probe
Flávio Bolsonaro landed in Miami on 28 October 2026 after leaving Brazil via Argentina despite an STF order to hand over his passports in a laundering inquiry.
Brazil Goes to the Runoff With Betting Banned and a Bolsonaro Friend's Wagers Under Scrutiny
Brazil banned fixed-odds betting by provisional measure in September. Days before the runoff, a Bolsonaro friend's R$5bn in bets is under scrutiny.
Brazil Sues 43 Betting Sites for Misleading Ads
Brazil sues 43 betting operators for false advertising as regulators tighten controls and battle illegal gambling.
Brazil Senate Approves Betting Ad Restrictions
Brazil’s new betting ad bill restricts sponsorships and celebrity use, risking regulated market and club revenues.
Brazil's SPA Launches 2025–2026 Agenda
Brazil’s SPA outlines 2025–2026 betting agenda with a focus on player exclusion databases and safer gambling initiatives.
Brazil Sports Commission Questions Tight Restrictions
Brazil’s Sports Commission debates two bills restricting gambling ads. Critics warn tougher rules may push bettors to illegal sites.
Brazil’s ANALOME Battles Mandatory “.bet.br” Domains
ANALOME challenges Brazil’s forced “.bet.br” usage. They claim it undermines local lotteries and violates constitutional autonomy.
Brazil Tightens Controls on Illegal Betting Transactions
Brazil enforces stricter controls on financial institutions to stop illegal betting transactions via new SPA ordinance.
Brazil’s Gambling Market Braces for M&A Boom
Brazil’s gambling industry faces a wave of M&A and legal battles as operators rush into the market and eager to claim their share
Brazil Court Orders SPA to Issue More Provisional Licences
Brazil’s SPA regulator must grant seven more provisional online gambling licences after court ruling on delayed applications.
Brazil’s Regulated Betting Market Sees 63.8% Channelization
Brazil’s regulated betting market generated $154M in January, but 34% of bets remained with offshore operators.
Stake Aims for Market Leadership in Brazil’s Regulated iGaming
Stake targets dominance in Brazil’s regulated gambling market, leveraging innovation, sponsorships, and a growing presence.
Brazilian Federal Police Oppose Land-Based Casino Bill
Brazil’s Federal Police oppose land-based gambling legalization, citing money laundering risks as debate intensifies.
Greentube Expands in Brazil Through New bet365 Partnership
Greentube partners with bet365 to distribute its gaming portfolio in Brazil’s newly regulated iGaming market.
Brazil Considers B2B Supplier Certification
Brazil’s gaming regulator eyes B2B certification for suppliers. 9,000 illegal domains shut, with more crackdowns & global cooperation.
Games Global Expands in Brazil and Peru
Games Global launches in Brazil & Peru, unveiling 150+ localised games from 40+ studios. Offices in São Paulo, Argentina & Chile.
WA.Technology Gains GLI Certification
WA.Technology secures GLI approval in Brazil, offering local solutions as the iGaming market heads toward a projected $10bn GGR by 2029.
Aposta Ganha and Betby Secure Approvals for 2025 Launch
Aposta Ganha and Betby start operating under Brazil’s fresh gaming regs. Both secure licences, marking Brazil’s rise as a global betting hub.