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One country, 28 rulebooks: Who's actually in charge of Brazil’s betting ads?

As cities and states across Brazil race to write their own betting advertising rules, operators are stuck compiling a growing rulebook country by country, precisely the kind of patchwork the Federal Government was supposed to prevent.

Brazil's Federal Government sides with betting industry against local ad bans

A wave of municipal decrees restricting fixed-odds betting advertising is reviving a fight over who actually has the authority to regulate the sector.

58% of Brazilians associate sports betting with match-fixing, survey finds

Extrapolated data from a new survey has found that most Brazilians believe betting increases the risk of match-fixing and support banning betting sponsorships in football.

ANJL and IBJR welcome Brazil's tougher ad rules

Brazil's licensed betting industry has welcomed the country's new advertising restrictions.

“Betting causes addiction,” Brazil mandates health warnings on all betting ads 

Licensed betting operators in Brazil will be required to display Government-approved warnings in all advertising from 17 July.

ANJL praises Brazil’s new betting ad rules 

Brazil’s National Association of Games and Lotteries has welcomed the new betting advertising rules while calling for tougher enforcement against unlicensed operators.

ANJL adds TaDa Gaming, BB Gaming and Legitimuz in Brazil

The trade body’s latest additions widen supplier, operator and compliance representation as Brazil’s licensed betting framework enters its second year.

Brazil’s betting industry continues to call for crackdown on illegal operators

Trade bodies have welcomed new enforcement measures targeting the financial and promotional networks that support unauthorized betting platforms.

Figures suggest smaller operators in Brazil are feeling the financial strain

As regulatory costs rise and competition intensifies, some smaller betting operators are turning to mergers while others are struggling under mounting debts.

Brazil could generate up to $6bn in World Cup betting turnover

Industry executives expect the 2026 FIFA World Cup to drive record betting activity in Brazil as the country experiences its first tournament under a regulated market.

ANJL asks Supreme Court to strike down Rio Grande do Sul betting ad law

The industry association argues that only Brazil’s Federal Government can regulate betting advertising rules nationwide.

ANJL promotes betting governance and integrity event in Brasília

The association discussed technology, regulation and integrity measures aimed at combating illegal betting activity.

Brazil: ANJL launches new integrity tool to combat match-fixing

Government-backed initiative introduces technology and training platform to address match-fixing risks.

Regulated operators back Brazil’s crackdown on prediction betting platforms

Industry bodies and legal experts support Government move, citing risks of illegal activity, unfair competition and lack of consumer safeguards

France gambling market reaches €14.1bn for 2025 as online sports betting drives growth

The ANJ said lotteries and casinos also posted gains, while PMU and Paris gaming clubs recorded declines across key indicators.

ANJL challenges survey over betting and debt claims in Brazil

Industry body questions methodology and calls for clearer distinction between legal and illegal operators.

Study: Brazil betting tax burden to reach 42% by 2033

The analysis highlights rising fiscal pressure on licensed operators in the country.

Brazil: Authorities to block Pix activity and accounts linked to illegal gambling

New legislation grants regulators authority to freeze financial flows linked to unlicensed operators.

ANJL and ABC-Bet warn betting restrictions in Brazil could strengthen illegal market

The Brazilian industry groups say additional limits on licensed operators could weaken consumer protections and reduce public revenue.

Brazil: Softswiss joins ANJL 

The technology provider becomes the first supplier to join Brazil’s main betting trade association.

Brazilian officials investigated over alleged misuse of public funds for online betting

State authorities in Goiás are probing claims that school resources were diverted to online gambling platforms.

Brazil’s Finance Ministry creates national forum to coordinate gambling regulation

The new forum aims to align federal and state approaches to lottery and betting oversight, focusing on legal certainty, data integration and bettor protection.

Caixa extends partnership with the Brazilian Basketball League

The partnership is set to run until late 2027.

Brazil: Supreme Court halts all municipal betting laws nationwide

A ruling by Minister Nunes Marques suspends every local law authorizing municipal lotteries or fixed-odds betting.

ANJL calls Brazil's betting tax proposal 'technically flawed and ill-timed'

The Brazilian trade association warns that doubling tax rates for sports betting and online lotteries could drive players to illegal operators.

Brazil's Sports Ministry signs integrity agreement with ANJL

The partnership aims to strengthen the fight against match-fixing and foster ethical standards in Brazil.

SBC Announces Strategic Partnership with ANJL for SBC Summit Rio