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IBJR argues Brazilian prediction markets should follow betting rules

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The Brazilian Institute of Responsible Gaming said prediction products that expose users to financial risk based on uncertain sports results should be treated as betting in Brazil. It argued that such platforms should follow the country’s betting rules, including licensing, tax, responsible-gambling and data-protection requirements.

If treated as betting, prediction platforms could face Brazil’s licensing, tax, responsible-gambling and data-protection requirements.

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