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LOTERJ Increases Social Investments to R$45M
The State Lottery of Rio de Janeiro (LOTERJ) expanded social investments to R$45M by 2025, funding education, shelters for women, and community initiatives, highlighting how lottery revenues drive social development and inclusion.
Romania Targets Gambling Reform as ONJN Faces 2026 Test
Romania’s gambling regulator, ONJN, aims to restore sector control in 2026 through enhanced enforcement, digital oversight, and nationwide player protection initiatives, all while navigating political scrutiny and potential legislative changes that could reshape the authority.
Singapore Casinos File 10,000+ Suspicious Reports
Singapore casinos submitted more than 10,000 suspicious transaction reports in 2024, underscoring their role in detecting illicit activity, enforcing AML rules, and supporting authorities in preventing financial crimes across the gaming sector.
Brazil Extends SPA Cooperation with Digital Council
Brazil’s SPA and the Brazil Digital Council have extended their Cooperation Agreement to June 2026, enhancing collaboration on online betting oversight, enforcement against illegal content, and safeguarding minors in the digital betting environment.
Esportes Gaming Brasil Named Finalist for 2026 CX Award
Esportes Gaming Brasil has been selected as a finalist for the 2026 ClienteSA CX Award, recognizing the company’s structured and analytics-driven approach to customer experience across its Esportes da Sorte, Onabet, and Lottu brands.
Gambling Ads Continue Across London Transport Despite Pledge
Nearly four years after a mayoral pledge to ban gambling ads on London’s transport, betting and casino campaigns continue to dominate TfL networks, highlighting gaps between political commitments and regulatory enforcement.
Vietnam authorities shut down illegal online gambling rings
Khanh Hoa police dismantled multiple illegal online gambling operations in Nha Trang, detaining 31 suspects, including foreign nationals, and confiscating 40 laptops and 112 mobile devices used to run and promote the illicit networks.
BPX Group Achieves EBAC Responsible Gaming Certification
BPX Group has received EBAC’s COMPULSAFE certification, recognizing its commitment to responsible gaming, personalized player care, and adherence to Brazilian regulations, while promoting ethical practices and transparency across Vaidebet, Obabet, and Betpix platforms.
OIG Gaming Brazil Delivers R$15m Social Aid in Piauí
OIG Gaming Brazil carried out one of Piauí’s largest social aid programmes in 2025, distributing food, household supplies, and animal welfare support worth over R$15 million to vulnerable communities statewide.
EstrelaBet Appoints Lorena Lima as CX & Expansion Director
EstrelaBet has named Lorena Lima as Director of CX & Expansion. She drives innovation through AI-powered solutions like the Estela chatbot, while enhancing user experience, retention, and operational efficiency across Brazil’s regulated gaming and sports betting market.
Vietnam Moves to Tighten Betting Rules and ID Controls
Vietnam is advancing major gambling reforms that mandate full bettor identification, retain strict daily betting limits, expand eligible football competitions, and introduce a tightly controlled pilot scheme for licensed operators under enhanced anti-money laundering oversight.
Hyogo Police Referred Over Illegal Online Casino Use
Nine police officers in Japan’s Hyogo Prefecture face prosecution after internal investigations found they accessed illegal online casino sites, prompting suspensions, fines, and renewed focus on ethics and internal oversight.