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Wero transition could affect controls on payments to illegal Dutch casinos

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iDEAL is due to transition gradually to Wero from early 2026, with Wero expected to become the dominant European payment method by the end of 2027. Betaalvereniging Nederland said acquirers and payment service providers handle merchant onboarding and checks under iDEAL and Wero rules and applicable law; the report raises questions about enforcement when a casino is licensed elsewhere but serves Dutch customers.

The transition raises questions about how payment firms may be required to restrict services to illegal gambling operators in the Netherlands.

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Brazilian committee advances bill on illegal betting controls

The Finance and Taxation Committee of Brazil’s Chamber of Deputies approved Bill No. 4.044/2025, which proposes a framework to combat illegal gaming and betting and amend Law No. 14.790/2023. The proposal would add financial-sector reporting and monitoring duties, expand payment controls and give Anatel authority to block illegal betting websites in coordination with the Ministry of Finance.

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