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Brazilian lawmakers debate proposed online betting tax of up to 42%

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Brazil’s Congress is debating a possible tax burden of up to 42% on online betting, reportedly, as lawmakers consider reforms to the sector’s tax model. Representatives of licensed operators warn that higher taxation could weaken regulated businesses and expand illegal betting, while some legislators argue it could increase public revenue and address social impacts. No final rate has been set.

The proposed rate could affect the competitiveness and costs of licensed betting operators in Brazil.

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European Parliament keeps online gambling tax option in EU budget debate

Reportedly, the European Parliament continues to consider an online gambling tax among new revenue options. The debate concerns the EU’s 2028–2034 budget, as several governments object to the Irish Council presidency’s proposal and some seek spending cuts.

The European Parliament is keeping an online gambling and betting levy among the options for new EU revenue in the debate over the bloc's 2028–2034 multiannual budget, according to a report. The levy has not been adopted and does not appear in the proposal put forward by the Irish presidency of the Council.

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