Brazil, US and Argentina regulators call for enhanced cooperation
Regulators from Brazil, Argentina, and the United States emphasize the need for closer cooperation to combat illegal online betting, as discussed at Legitimuz Day 2026 in São Paulo.
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Brazil expands betting ban to student debt program
Brazil’s Federal Government has extended restrictions on sports betting to participants in Desenrola Fies, bringing the student debt renegotiation program under the same rules already applied to Desenrola Famílias.
Timeless Tech Analysis: Gamification Trends in Brazil
In this article, Timeless Tech explores why race-based gamification mechanics may deliver more sustainable engagement than traditional tournaments as Brazil’s regulated iGaming market enters a more mature and competitive phase.
Muriel Le Senechal on Fast Track's Focus on Personalization
Fast Track was one of the companies participating in BiS SiGMA South America 2026, held in early April in São Paulo. During the event, Yogonet interviewed Muriel Le Senechal, the company’s Regional Commercial Manager for Latin America.
Minister Guimarães Discusses Brazil's Online Betting Sector Measures
Brazil’s Minister of Institutional Relations, José Guimarães, said the government has yet to define how it will address the country’s online betting sector amid growing concerns over problem gambling.
IBJR Warns Unlicensed Betting Threatens Desenrola 2.0
The Brazilian Institute for Responsible Gaming has warned that Brazil’s Desenrola 2.0 program could fall short of its financial protection objectives unless authorities take stronger action against unlicensed betting operators.
One in four Brazilians bet online as debt fears push gambling into
A new Meio/Ideia survey has placed online betting among Brazil’s emerging political and economic pressure points, with 25% of respondents saying they had placed bets in the 30 days before the poll.
Brazil Warns Public About Illegal Prediction Markets
Brazil’s PT government has launched a new campaign which has warned the public that “betting will never be an investment or income”.
Brazil Monetary Council Blocks Kalshi from Trading Sports and Politics
The National Monetary Council in Brazil has intervened to prohibit prediction market platforms from tying derivatives to sports, politics, or entertainment events, starting on 4 May.