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Brazil betting ban contrasts with licensing models across Latin America

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Brazil's government has prohibited online sports betting and casinos, while Colombia and Peru retain licensing and regulatory systems, according to regional legal and industry specialists cited in the report. The source describes differing approaches across Latin American markets and says Brazil's decision may influence regulatory debates elsewhere.

Operators and suppliers face differing licensing and enforcement frameworks across the region's markets.

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Brazil betting ban proposal prompts job cuts across regulated sector

A provisional measure proposing a ban on sports betting in Brazil has coincided with job losses and halted regulated-market operations, according to figures cited from the ANJL. The association reported more than 3,500 positions cut in 14 days, with 4,167 workers on collective leave and a projection of 5,600 cuts over three months. The measure is being challenged at the Supreme Federal Court and requires congressional approval to become law.

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