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Brazil Senate committee advances proposed gambling advertising restrictions

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Brazil’s Senate Science and Technology Committee reportedly endorsed a bill restricting gambling advertising and sent it to the Constitution, Justice and Citizenship Committee for review. The proposal would cover multiple media and election betting, and could expose operators to penalties of up to $2 million or licence suspension or revocation.

Operators in Brazil may need to reassess advertising and sponsorship plans if the bill advances.

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Brazilian Chamber sports committee debates online betting advertising

Brazil’s Chamber of Deputies Sports Committee heard concerns on 8 July from researchers, health professionals and others about online betting and casino advertising. Deputy finance ministry secretary Fabio Macorin said controlling advertising remained a major challenge and noted that existing rules prohibit ads that pressure consumers to bet immediately or present gambling as a solution to financial problems.

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