Rio bans betting ads in public spaces
Rio de Janeiro has banned betting advertising across public spaces, municipal events and Government-backed campaigns.
Rio de Janeiro has banned betting advertising across public spaces, municipal events and Government-backed campaigns.
Licensed betting operators in Brazil will be required to display Government-approved warnings in all advertising from 17 July.
All gambling operators must register with the new national gambling platform by 31 July 2026 or risk administrative sanctions.
The region has outlined a ‘world first’ regulatory structure which focuses on market integrity, innovation and consumer protection.
Azerbaijan’s National Assembly has approved amendments to the Criminal Code that increase penalties for organising illegal gambling.
The initiative builds on the "Take it easy with Rofus" campaign launched in 2024, with a focus on making responsible gambling messages more relevant to younger audiences.
The penalty follows a separate €250,000 Spanish gambling sanction against the Evoke-owned operator for technical and systems breaches.
The city presented new measures to limit the expansion of gambling venues in vulnerable neighbourhoods.
De Nederlandsche Bank found that the lender repeatedly accepted unsupported customer explanations despite cash movements, sanctions risks and opaque international transactions.
The renovated facility is expected to support more people through expanded crisis and mental health services.