Brazil tax authority launches Jogo de Sombras investigation into betting group
The investigation puts operators’ potential tax exposure for activity before Brazil’s betting rules took effect in focus.
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Reports
Brazil’s Federal Revenue Service records R$8.747bn in gambling tax receipts for 2026
Brazil’s reported R$8.747bn in online betting and gaming tax receipts gives regulators a quantified revenue figure for 2026.
Brazil collects R$8.747bn in betting and gaming taxes through July
The reported tax receipts give operators and policymakers a measure of Brazil’s betting and gambling tax collection.
Luis Cordero renews criticism of SII tax system for online betting platforms
The dispute concerns whether betting platforms can be registered and taxed while courts have ordered their blocking.
Caiado proposes tighter betting advertising limits in Brazil
The proposal could affect operators’ advertising and financial-monitoring requirements if Caiado is elected and the measures are adopted.
Brazilian deputy proposes 2% betting levy to fund mental health services
Authorised operators would pay a monthly revenue levy to fund public mental health services addressing gambling disorders.
Results
Grandstand maintains 2026 guidance as Q2 revenue falls 5%
Grandstand kept full-year guidance despite lower revenue and adjusted EBITDA, citing stronger sports data services and near-complete restructuring.
Brazil revenue service joins betting tax and laundering investigation
Searches and asset seizures signal enforcement risk for operators tied to alleged betting tax evasion and laundering.
CRDA approves $1.8m in Atlantic City community grants
The grants show how Atlantic City casino revenue is channelled into local programmes, a funding base that could shift if casino ownership consolidates.
Macau increases gaming tax receipts to MOP58.34bn
Regulators see gaming-related fiscal revenue up 9.3% year-on-year across the first seven months of 2026.
ACCJ representative challenges Chilean tax authority’s treatment of online betting platforms
The Comptroller General’s review may determine whether the SII’s VAT treatment aligns with Chile’s rules on unauthorised gambling.
Chile tax office resolution on betting house taxation draws continued criticism
The resolution sets how betting houses register and pay tax, a compliance question for Chile operators.
Brazil collects R$7.284bn in first-half gambling taxes
R$7.284bn in first-half federal gambling tax receipts quantifies the revenue stake for regulators and investors.
FDJ United reports lower first-half revenue amid tax increases
Higher gaming taxes and market headwinds make FDJ United’s planned portfolio review relevant to suppliers and investors.
SuperGiros estimates COP5.3tn in Colombian World Cup betting
The estimates indicate major sporting events can lift betting turnover and the 15% operating-revenue transfers that fund Colombia's subsidised healthcare system.
Coljuegos reports COP2.56tn in territorial gaming transfers for health
The transfer figures show the reported contribution of territorial lottery and chance revenues to health funding.
IRS yet to issue prediction market tax guidance for 2026
Absent IRS guidance, prediction market winnings could fall under gambling income, capital gains or Section 1256 treatment.
Australia's states rely on gambling taxes as reform pressure builds
Operators face reform shaped by states' need to protect gambling tax revenue that funds public services.
Brazil betting tax receipts rise to BRL5.89bn in first five months of 2026
Higher licensed-market tax receipts and continued illegal-operator enforcement shape compliance costs and competitive pressure for operators in Brazil.
Lucia Albano says legal-market growth, not gambling expansion, drives tax revenue
The government’s position informs operators’ understanding of how Italy frames legal-market supply and gambling tax receipts.
Brazil STF president warns criminal groups use illegal betting sites to launder funds
Brazil's regulated operators face reputational and enforcement pressure as the judiciary links clandestine betting platforms to money laundering and organised crime.
Chile’s SII ranks 20 online betting platforms ahead of VAT enforcement
The planned list will identify betting operators subject to Chile’s digital VAT collection mechanism.
Macau records MOP51.19bn in gaming tax revenue in first half of 2026
Gaming taxes formed most of Macau’s current income, making public finances closely tied to the gaming sector.
Unimpresa proposes fund for gambling-harm services using online gaming tax revenue
The proposal could redirect part of online gaming tax revenue to treatment and prevention services.
Penalty
AGCOM’s €750,000 Google Ireland penalty awaits EU court ruling on gambling ads
The EU court ruling could clarify hosting-service liability for gambling advertising on YouTube under Italy’s ban.