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Brazil government faces challenge to online betting ban as Congress considers changes

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Brazil’s government faces congressional and legal challenges to its online betting ban, introduced through Provisional Measure 1.394, according to reports. The measure has received more than 26 amendments, some seeking exceptions for sports betting, while the Supreme Federal Court is considering actions against it. The government had expected R$6.690m in revenue from the market in 2027, the report said.

Potential changes to the ban could affect operators’ ability to offer betting and the government’s projected revenue.

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