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AGU sues 17 betting companies for at least R$1bn in Brazil

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Brazil’s Attorney General’s Office filed a civil action against 17 online betting companies, seeking at least R$1bn for alleged collective moral damages. The AGU is also seeking reimbursement of public healthcare costs and double refunds for bets placed by people diagnosed with gambling disorder; preliminary health estimates put related costs at R$2.6bn.

The action exposes operators to substantial claims for alleged social harm, healthcare costs and refunds to affected bettors.

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Five Star Movement criticises Italy’s 2027 budget gaming provisions

Five Star Movement deputies submitted an alternative report opposing Italy’s 2027 budget during its review by the Chamber of Deputies’ Social Affairs Committee. Citing Unimpresa estimates, they said gambling and betting provisions could generate about €2.515bn over 2027–2029, including about €952m in 2027, and criticised the absence of a comprehensive prevention strategy.

Italy’s Five Star Movement has submitted an alternative report opposing the 2027 budget during a parliamentary committee review, criticising its gambling provisions. Deputies Marianna Ricciardi, Di Lauro, Sportiello and Quartini took part in the submission to the Chamber of Deputies’ Social Affairs Committee.

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