IBJR defends regulated betting market in Brazil
On 9 April 2026, IBJR argued that Brazil should maintain regulated betting rather than close the legal market. It cited estimates that illegal activity represents 51% of the sector and generates about R$40,000 million annually outside the law. The association said regulated platforms use identity checks, facial recognition, deposit restrictions and self-exclusion tools.
The debate concerns operators’ access to mandated identity checks, deposit restrictions and self-exclusion tools.