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Alea and consumer groups submit amendments to AGCOM gambling guidance

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Alea, the Forum of Family Associations and five consumer groups submitted joint observations and amendments on AGCOM's draft gambling campaign guidelines in Rome, according to the report. Alea president Maurizio Fiasco warned that responsible-gambling campaigns could indirectly promote gambling. The submission followed AGCOM's public consultation on its guidelines.

The groups argue that responsible-gambling campaigns could indirectly promote gambling, potentially shaping AGCOM’s guidance.

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Brazil lawmakers submit 97 amendments to betting prohibition

Brazilian lawmakers submitted 97 amendments to Provisional Measure No. 1.394/2026, which prohibits fixed-odds betting, the report said. Five amendments were withdrawn, leaving 92 for congressional review; proposals include restoring licensed operations under tighter rules. The joint committee appointed on 30 September had not yet been constituted, and the measure was due to begin blocking Congress's agenda on 9 November and expire on 23 November.

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