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Pay4Fun Study Shows 80% Spike in Copa Libertadores Bets
A Pay4Fun study shows sports betting transactions rose more than 80% during the 2025 Copa Libertadores, with bettors overwhelmingly placing wagers before kickoff and activity steadily declining during and after matches.
Indonesia Orders Banks to Block 31,000 Gambling Accounts
Indonesia’s Financial Services Authority has instructed banks to block over 31,000 accounts tied to illegal online gambling, expanding investigations and due diligence requirements to disrupt gambling-linked payment networks and strengthen financial system safeguards.
Turkey Tightens Financial Controls to Combat Illegal Betting
Turkey has implemented enhanced financial monitoring requirements for banks and payment providers, introducing tiered transaction checks aimed at disrupting illegal betting networks, money laundering activity and organised crime across regulated financial channels.
Turkey Gambling Tax Revenue Surges to TRY50bn in 2025
Turkey’s gambling tax intake has surpassed 2024 levels, driven by higher betting taxes, digital lottery expansion and intensified enforcement targeting illegal betting networks, payment platforms and online operators across the country.
Bogotá Channels COP 89.6B from Gaming to Healthcare
Between January and October 2025, Bogotá secured COP 89.6 billion from legal gaming, including lotteries, Chance Betting, and Raspa & Listo, boosting healthcare funding while reinforcing enforcement against illegal gambling activities.
Brazil Advances Tougher Crackdown on Illegal Betting
Brazil’s lawmakers advance Bill 4044/2025, proposing stricter financial monitoring, payment restrictions and digital blocking measures to curb illegal betting, protect consumers and strengthen the country’s newly regulated wagering framework.
Brazil Blocks Online Betting for 900,000 Welfare Users
Brazil blocks online gambling for 900,000 recipients of social welfare programs, including Bolsa Família and BPC. The measure enforces consumer protection and prevents public funds from being used for wagering across licensed betting platforms.
Rio Grande do Norte Prepares 2026 Lottery Launch
Rio Grande do Norte is moving toward a mid-2026 launch of its state lottery, advancing regulated betting through new accreditation rules, updated operational frameworks, and projected revenue growth as the state modernizes oversight and prepares multiple betting modalities.
New York Enacts Full Ban on Online Sweepstakes Casinos
New York has formally banned online sweepstake casinos, outlawing dual-currency models and penalizing all suppliers, affiliates, and payment partners involved. The new law enforces heavy fines and licensing consequences, signaling the state’s toughest stance yet on sweepstake gaming.
Brazil Senate Approves Gradual Rise in Betting Tax
Brazil’s Senate committee approved PL 5.473/2025, gradually increasing the gross gaming revenue tax from 12% to 18% by 2028, affecting betting operators and payment fintechs while funding social and health programs.
Argentina’s Lottery Network Faces Historic Collapse
Argentina’s traditional lottery network is facing unprecedented decline as online betting expansion and economic instability pressure more than 4,500 agencies. Operators seek tax relief, modernization, and digital integration to prevent widespread closures and protect consumer oversight.
DigiPlus Seeks Q4 Recovery After Q3 Income Drop
DigiPlus Interactive saw Q3 2025 net income fall 59% to Php1.71bn following government-mandated e-wallet delinking. The operator expands payment options and ramps up engagement efforts to restore growth in Q4.
Offshore Gambling Apps Surge in Nepal After India Ban
Nepal is seeing a rapid influx of offshore gambling apps after India’s betting ban, with operators using local influencers, banking channels, and social media ads to target users. Regulators face rising cases and limited digital enforcement capacity.
Sri Lanka, China and Interpol Unite Against Illegal Gambling
Sri Lanka and China are collaborating through Interpol to tackle illegal gambling and online fraud. Authorities have arrested dozens, sharing intelligence and strengthening cross-border enforcement to prevent illicit betting operations from exploiting the region.
Lotominas.bet Redefines Legal and Responsible Sports Betting
Lotominas.bet, operated by Loteria Mineira, delivers a legal and regulated betting platform in Minas Gerais, blending sports passion with public benefit. Users enjoy secure wagering, Pix payouts, and contributions to state-funded programs and community development.
DigiPlus Teams Up with Bayad to Boost OTC Payments
DigiPlus has entered an exclusive partnership with Bayad to expand over-the-counter payment options for BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, and GameZone users. The move strengthens transaction security, supports responsible gambling, and aligns with DigiPlus’ domestic growth and international expansion.