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Montenegro warns gambling sector of strict enforcement under new law

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Montenegro’s Ministry of Justice warned gambling operators, suppliers, advertisers and media that the new gambling law will be enforced without a transition-period tolerance in 2026. The law includes a near-total advertising ban, while authorities have begun enforcement operations against illegal venues and issued secondary rules, including on anti-money laundering.

Operators and media face immediate compliance requirements, including restrictions on gambling advertising and enforcement against unauthorised activity.

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Brazil's online gambling ban leaves market facing four scenarios

Brazil banned sports betting and online casino games under Provisional Measure 1.394/2026, signed by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on 25 September. Authorised platforms closed from 6 October, with new deposits blocked and advertising and sponsorship prohibited. Vixio Regulatory Intelligence analysed four possible outcomes, including a permanent ban and a reopening of sports betting while online casinos stay prohibited.

Brazil banned fixed-odds sports betting and online casino games under Provisional Measure 1.394/2026, signed by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on 25 September. The measure took immediate effect and is before the national Congress. Authorised platforms closed from 6 October, new deposits were blocked and advertising and sponsorship were prohibited.

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