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Brazil Senate Bill Links Teacher Tax Relief-BettingNow
Brazil’s Senate is reviewing a proposal to exempt teachers earning up to R$10,000 from income tax, with the measure funded through revenue generated by the country’s regulated fixed-odds betting market.
Sweden Online Casinos Face Trust Gap Despite High Usage
New research from CasinoFeber shows online casino play is widespread in Sweden, but player trust is fragile, licence awareness is low, and unlicensed platforms continue to attract users.
Brazil Sees 217,000 Betting Self-Exclusions in 40 Days
More than 217,000 Brazilians opted into self-exclusion within 40 days of the federal platform’s launch, highlighting strong demand for consumer protection as regulators expand oversight of Brazil’s fast-growing betting market.
Malaysia Busts Foreign-Run Online Gambling Ring
Malaysia’s Immigration Department has shut down an online gambling syndicate operated by foreign nationals in Kuala Lumpur’s Bukit Bintang, following coordinated raids that led to multiple arrests and the seizure of gambling-related equipment.
Macau Casino Exclusion Requests Jump Nearly 68%
Macau recorded a sharp rise in casino exclusion applications last year, driven mainly by self-exclusions. The increase reflects higher gaming activity post-pandemic and growing reliance on responsible gambling measures.
PAGCOR Rules to Trigger Philippine Online Gaming Mergers
PAGCOR’s December 2025 rules require operators to meet strict revenue and guarantee thresholds, driving mergers and partnerships in the Philippine online gaming market and paving the way for a more regulated, consolidated industry.
Rio Grande do Sul Launches Lottery Concession Consultation
Rio Grande do Sul announces a public hearing and consultation for its lottery concession. The process seeks transparency, public input, and alignment with Brazil’s gaming regulations, with private operators invited to participate.
Indonesia Police Target Gambling via Community Outreach
Police in Indonesia’s Riau Islands are stepping up anti-gambling efforts through direct community outreach, educating residents on legal penalties and social harms linked to traditional and online betting as part of a wider national enforcement strategy.
Portugal Orders Polymarket Exit Over Election Betting
Portugal’s regulator has ordered Polymarket to exit the country after sharp odds swings and high-volume trading during the presidential election breached laws banning political betting.
Novomatic Deploys CMS Across Three Spielbank Casinos
Novomatic has implemented its Novovision casino management system at the Ring Casino, with further rollouts at Bad Dürkheim and Bad Neuenahr. The solution centralises operations, supports regulatory compliance, and strengthens Novomatic’s partnership with the German operator.
Hokkaido Urges Review of Japan IR Bidding Outcomes
Hokkaido Governor Naomichi Suzuki has asked Tokyo to review the limited results of Japan’s first integrated resort tender, as the prefecture advances expert consultations and develops a regional IR concept ahead of a possible 2027 bid.
Resorts World Sentosa Sets 2026 as Repositioning Test Year
Resorts World Sentosa is positioning 2026 as a critical testing year, rolling out frequent non-gaming refreshes and family-focused experiences as part of its RWS 2.0 plan ahead of its next casino licence review.
India Charges Magicwin in Major Online Betting Case
India’s Enforcement Directorate has filed money laundering charges against Magicwin, an offshore betting platform accused of illegal wagering, unauthorized sports streaming and cross-border fund transfers involving operators based in the UAE.
India Blocks 242 Illegal Betting Sites Post-PROG Act
India has blocked 242 additional illegal betting websites, bringing the total above 7,800. The move follows the PROG Act 2025, aiming to protect users and reinforce enforcement against unregulated online money gaming platforms.
Brazil President Lula Flags Online Betting Growth Risks
Brazilian President Lula highlighted the rapid growth of online betting, backing Central Bank monitoring while raising concerns over social and institutional impacts. The move underscores continued regulatory attention on the country’s expanding digital gambling market.
Brazil Strengthens Enforcement Against Illegal Betting Sites
Brazil strengthens its betting market oversight with Cooperation Agreement 4/2025, enabling SPA, Anatel, and ANJL to detect and block illegal platforms while protecting players, supporting licensed operators, and improving market transparency.