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Brazilian states prepare new lottery projects from 2027

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Brazilian state lottery discussions are gaining momentum ahead of a new phase expected from 2027, with projects advancing in states already represented in the state-lottery association and others considering membership. The commentary says states are exploring different regulatory models and regional approaches, while inter-state consortia could help smaller states support shared lottery games.

Potential state projects and shared games could shape lottery procurement and market-entry opportunities in Brazil.

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Brazil’s STF weighs betting suspension as legal challenges raise uncertainty

Brazil’s Supreme Federal Court (STF) is considering the constitutionality of Provisional Measure 1,394/2026, which temporarily suspended the regulated fixed-odds betting market. At a 3 November hearing, Justice Luiz Fux raised questions about legal certainty, non-retroactivity and the measure’s constitutional basis; the source says the court may consider how a ruling affects companies already approved. A separate appellate ruling granted temporary relief to CDA Gaming, though the source text ends before detailing its effect.

Justice Luiz Fux of the Supreme Federal Court (STF) scheduled a hearing on November 3, and 36 associations attended to debate Provisional Measure (MP) 1,394/2026. Under that measure, Brazil's regulated fixed-odds betting market was put on temporary hold.

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