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Federal District prosecutors seek R$120 million from Blaze over betting adverts

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The Federal District and Territories Public Prosecutor’s Office filed a civil action against Foggo Entertainment, which operates Blaze, and influencer Virgínia Fonseca over alleged abusive betting promotions. Prosecutors are seeking joint liability and R$120 million in collective moral damages, and allege that campaigns misled consumers about easy earnings. The source does not state the court’s decision.

The requested damages and allegations put Blaze’s advertising practices and potential liability before the court.

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Brazil creates federal committee to oversee illegal betting and advertising

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