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Mincetur proposes lower online gambling fines and 10% revenue cap in Peru
Operators should assess proposed lower fines, a revenue-based penalty cap and revised compliance duties before the consultation closes.
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Sirichoke questions Thai crackdown as 29 of 30 betting sites stay accessible
A former MP said 29 of 30 betting websites he checked remained accessible despite reported link restrictions.
Regulation
Brazil's Casa Civil to coordinate betting oversight committee after ban
The committee's blocking and payment protocols determine how operators exit Brazil and unlicensed sites are enforced.
Regulation
Dutch cabinet rejects proposals to ban Postcode Loterij format and tighten advertising rules
The decision leaves the lottery’s current format and advertising rules unchanged while the Tweede Kamer considers the initiative.
Enforcement & compliance
Mato Grosso police investigate influencer and husband over illegal betting
The case involves alleged illegal betting platforms and financial flows, with judicial measures affecting two companies and a site used to promote bets.
Enforcement & compliance
Mincetur closes illegal betting and slot venues in Lambayeque and Huánuco
The closures remove unauthorised betting and gaming equipment from two Peruvian regions, including machines intended for minors.
Source: Mincetur (Peru)
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Brazil betting ban drives spam surge from illegal sites, users report
Operators and regulators face a harder enforcement task as blocked sites multiply and illegal platforms reach users directly through messaging apps.
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DRC Finance Ministry reasserts exclusive gambling oversight and tax authority
Operators must register with the Finance Ministry and meet tax obligations; documents from unauthorised bodies have no legal effect.
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FIA orders La Pampa authorities to disclose Casino Club concession documents
The FIA order requires disclosure of Casino Club concession records and supporting net-win calculations despite provincial confidentiality objections.
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Brazil’s justice ministry establishes procedure to recover over R$1bn from illegal betting sites
The procedure provides an administrative route to recover funds blocked from illegal betting operators.
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Brazil considers restrictions on betting platform design
Operators face potential restrictions on website and app features encouraging excessive play, with scope and timing unspecified.
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Argentina grants Health Ministry powers to address problem gambling
Argentina’s Health Ministry now holds responsibility for problem gambling prevention, treatment, training, research and public awareness.
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Financial institutions submit fewer betting irregularity alerts in Brazil in Q2 2026
Regulators received fewer financial institution alerts about suspected sports betting irregularities in Brazil during Q2 2026.
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Brazilian finance ministry releases betting authorisation assessments
The release makes the legal, suitability and funding basis of betting authorisation decisions available for scrutiny.
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Finance ministry says welfare betting block already covers five million tax IDs
The ministry's statement shows an existing welfare betting restriction already covering five million taxpayer IDs, distinct from the candidate's proposal.
Regulation
Brazil finance ministry says over five million people barred from online betting
The restriction removes a large customer segment from Brazil's regulated online betting market, affecting operator acquisition and compliance checks.
Enforcement & compliance
Finance ministry suspends Pixbet and orders refunds
The finance ministry provisionally suspended Pixbet, cancelled outstanding bets, froze three domains and required refunds.
Regulation
Brazil health ministry launches gambling harm prevention campaign
Brazil's health ministry launched a national campaign on online betting harm, risks and treatment services.
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Brazil’s finance ministry announces proposed online betting requirements
Brazil's finance ministry announced rules addressing platform design and game recertification within 180 days.
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Health ministry expands gambling telehealth capacity to 100k consultations
The health ministry's expanded remote care offers confidential mental health support and psychosocial network access, including for relatives.
Regulation
Japan considers geoblocking online casino platforms
Japan's communications ministry commissioned an expert review of geoblocking online casino platforms.
Enforcement & compliance
Peru's Mincetur blocks 36 illegal online betting platforms
Blocking unlicensed betting sites narrows the channels open to unlicensed operators in Peru and signals active enforcement by Mincetur's gaming directorate.
Regulation
Bulgaria’s Finance Ministry rejects further gambling advertising restrictions and tax rises
Investors should note Bulgaria's deputy finance minister rejected tighter gambling advertising limits and additional tax increases.