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Brazilian government decides to draft measure restricting games and betting

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Brazil’s federal government decided to issue a provisional measure restricting games and betting, according to a report. Political analysts quoted in the report said the measure would take effect once issued, subject to Congress deciding whether to retain or overturn it; they also cited possible court challenges and lobbying opposition.

The proposed measure could change operating conditions for gambling businesses if issued and retained by Congress.

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Brazil's finance ministry reports no studies on potential betting ban

Brazil's Ministry of Finance said on 24 September 2026 that it found no studies assessing the economic, fiscal, regulatory or social effects of a potential ban on fixed-odds betting, online games or related advertising. The response followed an information request submitted on 20 September, one day before President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva signed Provisional Measure No. 1,394/2026, according to the report.

The Ministry of Finance reported that, after consulting its technical units, it found no studies, notes, opinions or reports assessing the effects of a full or partial ban on fixed-odds betting, online games or related advertising. The response was formalized on 24 September.

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