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Most Bettors in the Southeast Report Betting on Illegal Platforms According to the Locomotiva Institute, 60% of bettors in the region used unlicensed websites; national tax losses exceed R$ 10.8 billion per year. The illegal online betting market in Brazil, made up of unlicensed operators who operate outside the newly implemented regulations, represents a serious […]

IBJR announces the arrival of Todos Querem Jogar to strengthen responsible gambling in Brazil The Brazilian Institute of Responsible Gaming (IBJR) announces the affiliation of Todos Querem Jogar (TQJ). The company is backed by the Silvio Santos Group, combining a tradition of popular entertainment with cutting-edge technology. TQJ enters the market with a strong commitment

Brazilian Institute for Responsible Gaming: Promoting an Ethical, Safe, and Sustainable Betting Market in Brazil IBJR brings together the country’s leading regulated operators and strengthens actions in defense of legality and responsible gaming Since its founding in March 2023, the Brazilian Institute for Responsible Gaming (IBJR) has established itself as one of the most important

Brazil loses R$10.8 billion per year due to failure to combat the illegal betting market, study showsSurvey conducted by LCA Consultores in partnership with Instituto Locomotiva highlights tax losses caused by unregulated platforms, which account for up to 51% of the national market São Paulo, June 12, 2025 – The illegal online betting market in

Brazil’s Online Betting Regulation Reaches 100-Day Milestone Security, transparency, fight against illegal markets, and sports integrity define the beginning of the new regulatory model Paulo, April 2025 – Brazil’s online betting regulation marked its 100th day in effect this April, since coming into force on January 1st, 2025. The new regulatory framework has demonstrated itself

IBJR Welcomes Four New Member Betting Operators Alfa, BetBoom, Betnacional, and EstrelaBet join the Brazilian Institute for Responsible Gaming, reinforcing the industry’s commitment to regulation and integrity São Paulo, April 2025 – As it marks its second anniversary, the Brazilian Institute for Responsible Gaming (IBJR) strengthens its position as the leading representative body for Brazil’s

IBJR Highlights Sports Integrity and Innovation at SBC Summit 2025 Event marks its first edition following the regulation of the betting industry and will feature key operators, Federal Government officials and members of the Senate The Brazilian Institute for Responsible Gaming (IBJR), which represents 75% of the regulated sports betting and online gaming market in

Lack of Standards in State Lotteries Undermines Betting Market Security IBJR warns that discrepancies between federal and state regulations pose significant risks Since January 2025, Brazil’s sports betting market has been operating under a comprehensive federal regulatory framework, which sets strict criteria for licensing. In parallel, some state lotteries have begun issuing their own licenses—often

Brazilian Institute for Responsible Gaming Leads Efforts to Build a Safer, More Transparent Betting Market in Brazil IBJR brings together the country’s leading licensed operators and strengthens actions to uphold legality and responsible gaming Since its founding in March 2023, the Brazilian Institute for Responsible Gaming (IBJR) has established itself as a key reference in