Brazil to begin national betting system talks on April 4
The Secretariat of Prizes and Betting (SPA) has invited all 26 federal states to a meeting on April 4 to start the creation of a National Betting System in Brazil.Led by...
Brazil to ban gambling for Bolsa Família recipients
Brazil is stepping up to protect its most vulnerable citizens by drafting new rules that would prevent people from receiving government aid from gambling.
The move targets recipients of Bolsa Família and the BPC (a pension for seniors and people with disabilities), ensuring these vital benefits aren’t lost to betting.
Regis Dudena, head of the country’s gambling regulatory body (SPA), confirmed the plan is nearly finalized. It follows a Supreme Court order calling for stronger protections to keep welfare funds out of the gambling ecosystem.
But the fix isn’t as simple as blocking welfare cards. Most beneficiaries receive their money in standard bank accounts, making it easy to place bets using other funds. So, instead of tracking every transaction, the SPA wants to block gambling access altogether for anyone registered as a welfare recipient regardless of how they fund their bets.
This approach aims to close the loopholes and make sure support money goes toward essentials, not online casinos.
Brazil keeps tightening the gambling market
On April 4, Brazil will start national betting system talks to discuss a national framework that could unify gambling regulations and promote a safer betting environment.
FAQs
Is gambling legal in Brazil?
Many forms of land-based gambling are illegal in Brazil.
What is the legal gambling age in Brazil?
The legal gambling age in Brazil is 18.
Brazil Senate to review sports betting & corruption laws
Brazil’s Senate will review the Integrity Commission’s proposal to crack down on sports corruption and impose stricter penalties for match-fixing.Led by Senators Romário...
