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Loterj calls for coordinated action against illegal gambling in Rio de Janeiro

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Loterj president Fabíola Esteves called for greater coordination among regulators and public institutions to address illegal gambling in Rio de Janeiro, according to the regulator’s position. Loterj also identified regulatory intelligence, audits, real-time monitoring, anti-money-laundering measures and player protection as priorities.

The proposed coordination and oversight priorities could affect how gambling operators are monitored in Rio de Janeiro.

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