New member increases the Institute’s representation, which now accounts for more than 60% of Brazil’s regulated betting market
São Paulo, July 13, 2026 – The Brazilian Institute for Responsible Gaming (IBJR), which brings together leading betting companies from Brazil and around the world, announces the addition of DigiPlus Interactive Corp. to its membership. DigiPlus operates the BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, and GameZone platforms. With this new member, IBJR further strengthens its strategic role and expands its contribution to building an online betting ecosystem that is ethical, sustainable, and responsible.
DigiPlus’ membership represents an important step forward for the Institute, reinforcing industry unity around responsible practices and the fight against illegal operations. The company will actively contribute to promoting a safe and transparent environment aligned with the responsible gaming principles that guide IBJR’s work.
“We are delighted to welcome DigiPlus as a member of IBJR. We are excited to have a company that is a benchmark in the interactive gaming and sports entertainment market in the Philippines and across Asia join our Institute. DigiPlus’ membership reflects the maturity of the industry and reinforces its commitment to regulation and the firm fight against the illegal betting market. We will continue working to strengthen responsible gaming while prioritizing the protection of bettors,” said Carlos Lima, Chief Executive Officer of IBJR.
“Joining IBJR reflects DigiPlus’ expansion into Brazil, where we already operate the BingoPlus brand and continue investing in strengthening our presence. With more than 25 years of experience in the industry, we pioneered digital entertainment in the Philippines, and we are committed to replicating that success in the Brazilian market responsibly and in full compliance with regulatory requirements,” said Graham Tidey, General Manager of DigiPlus Brazil.
IBJR’s members now include A2FBR, BandBet, bet365, BetBoom, BetMGM, Betsson Group, DigiPlus (BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, and GameZone), Entain (Sportingbet and Betboo), Flutter Brazil (Betfair and Betnacional), Kaizen Gaming (Betano), KTO Group, Novibet, Skill On Net (Bacana Play and PlayUzu), and Todos Querem Jogar (Bet do Milhão). The Institute’s associate members are Better Collective, Clever Advertising, OKTO, and Unico.
About DigiPlus
DigiPlus Interactive Corp. pioneered digital entertainment in the Philippines through its flagship platforms—BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, and GameZone—delivering engaging interactive gaming and sports entertainment experiences to millions of Filipinos. With more than 25 years of experience in the leisure and entertainment industries, DigiPlus has become one of the country’s most transformative digital entertainment companies, successfully transitioning from a land-based business model to a digital-first operation in 2022.
DigiPlus is a publicly traded company listed on the Philippine Stock Exchange and ranks among the country’s 30 most actively traded stocks. The company has also advanced its international expansion strategy by entering the Brazilian and South African markets. DigiPlus has been included in the Fortune Southeast Asia 500 for three consecutive years, ranking 215th in the latest edition, and has received the Global Gaming Awards Asia-Pacific Digital Operator of the Year award for two consecutive years.
About IBJR
The Brazilian Institute for Responsible Gaming (IBJR) was founded in 2023 and brings together leading betting companies from Brazil and around the world. Its mission is to build an online betting ecosystem that is ethical, sustainable, and responsible, while consistently advocating for a regulated market.
The Institute’s work is based on two essential pillars: combating the illegal betting market and promoting responsible gaming. IBJR believes that effective regulation is fundamental to driving the industry’s growth, strengthening the economy, and ensuring safety for both bettors and operators. For this reason, the Institute actively works to combat illegal betting operators, which operate outside the law, undermine the industry, and pose risks to society as a whole.
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