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Brazil identifies 25.2 million users of illegal betting platforms

Enforcement & compliance

Justice Minister Wellington César Lima said investigators had identified 25.2 million users connected to irregular betting operators in Brazil. The government announced measures targeting unauthorised gambling sites and supporting networks; the National Association of Games and Lotteries welcomed the tougher enforcement approach.

The measures could affect illegal operators and businesses involved in their advertising or payment activity in Brazil.

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