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Brazil Proposes 24% Gambling Tax Following Failed Reform
Brazil’s Workers’ Party has introduced a new bill to impose a 24% tax on gross gaming revenue, aiming to boost public funding and curb gambling risks. The proposal follows a failed tax measure and faces strong industry scrutiny.
Tokyo Police Act After 13-Year-Old’s Online Crypto Gambling
Tokyo police referred a 13-year-old boy to child authorities after discovering heavy online casino activity funded through cryptocurrency. The case exposes weak age verification, growing youth gambling risks, and calls for tighter digital safeguards in Japan.
DigiPlus Pauses GamePlus in Brazil to Tailor Local Gaming
DigiPlus has paused its GamePlus platform in Brazil just three weeks post-launch to rebuild it with stronger cultural alignment. The operator aims to relaunch in early 2026, emphasizing localization, Brazilian player preferences, and long-term market strategy.
California Blocks Online Sweepstakes Casinos with AB 831 Law
California has passed AB 831, banning online sweepstakes casinos and targeting unlicensed gambling platforms using dual-currency systems. The law takes effect January 2026, imposing penalties on operators and partners while reinforcing tribal gaming exclusivity and consumer protection.
Macau Reports 9.5% Decline in Casino Suspicious Transactions
Macau’s gaming sector recorded a 9.5% drop in suspicious transaction reports in the first nine months of 2025, attributed to weaker economic activity and steady regulatory oversight. Despite the decline, casinos remain the primary focus of financial monitoring efforts.
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.
Brazil’s Supreme Court Considers Municipal Lottery Ban
Brazil’s Attorney General has questioned the legality of municipal lotteries, prompting STF review. The case could redefine federal and local authority over lotteries, fiscal oversight, and regulatory consistency in the country’s gaming sector.
BiS Brasília 2025: Responsible Gaming & Industry Innovation
BiS Brasília 2025, held October 21–22, will bring together Brazilian regulators, industry leaders, and legal experts to explore responsible gaming, state lotteries, advertising, compliance, and fiscal efficiency in the evolving national iGaming market.
Argentina Eases Slot Imports but Keeps High Tax Burden
Argentina has streamlined administrative processes for slot machine imports with MULC access and PAIS tax removal, yet cumulative tariffs and taxes keep the country the most expensive South American market for gaming equipment.
Unibet Hit with €75M Dutch Claim Over Pre-Licence Play
Unibet Netherlands faces a €75 million collective lawsuit led by Dynamiet over pre-licence gambling losses before the KOA. The case could set a precedent for retroactive accountability and consumer restitution in European iGaming markets.
Slotegrator Explores AI’s Potential to Build Online Casinos
Slotegrator releases a report on using AI to create online casinos from scratch, offering insights on automation, analytics, game development, and personalization to improve workflow efficiency and player engagement.
Shuffle.com Reports Data Breach via Partner Fast Track
Shuffle.com alerts users to a data breach affecting partner Fast Track, exposing personal and transaction data. No passwords or funds were compromised, but users are urged to enable 2FA and remain vigilant for phishing.