73% of gamblers use illegal websites in the country; annual losses could reach R$10 billion
Survey shows that most Brazilians have difficulty identifying authorized platforms.
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IBJR releases research and estimates illegal betting market at up to 51% in Brazil
Formatted by Instituto Locomotiva and LCA Consultoria Econômica, the survey shows a loss of up to R$40 billion in taxes per year.
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Brazil loses R$10.8 billion per year by failing to combat the illegal betting market, study finds
Research by the Locomotiva Institute was carried out between April and May 2025 with 2,000 adult gamblers.
Central-West leads betting on illegal sites, survey shows
Gamblers over 60 years old have already moved R$1.6 billion in betting games this year alone.
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Illegal betting generates up to R$40 billion and results in a loss of R$10.8 billion in revenue per year
Study reveals that illegal betting in Brazil represents half of the sector, causing losses of up to R$10.8 billion per year to the tax authorities.
Six in ten gamblers have obtained illegal bets this year
For 78%, according to research carried out by the Locomotiva Institute, it is difficult to distinguish legal from illegal websites.
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Senate and Experts Resume Discussion on Regulation of ‘Bets’
While senators push for tighter restrictions, industry players warn of potential risks that could favor illegal betting operations.
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