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Bulgarian opposition seeks tighter safeguards in proposed gambling ad ban

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Assen Vassilev, leader of Continue the Change, called for tighter wording in Bulgaria’s proposed gambling-law changes, which the government presented on 23 September. He said rules should address betting-shop façades, sports advertising exceptions and linked operator brands, and sought higher penalties; the bill also proposes changes to casino visibility and gambling taxation.

The proposed amendments could change advertising and compliance requirements for gambling operators in Bulgaria.

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Brazilian betting groups air opposition to betting ban at Brasileirão matches

Licensed betting companies associated with ANJL and IBJR planned to display anti-ban messages at Brasileirão matches in Brazil on 2 and 3 October, reportedly. The campaign refers to Provisional Measure 1.394/2026, which the report says bans licensed betting in the country. ANJL president Plínio Lemos Jorge said a regulated market provides certainty for clubs, companies and other sports businesses to plan investments.

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