Expanded list of restricted gambling platforms in Brazil reaches 5,200 entries
The Brazilian government has stepped up its efforts to restrict access to non-licensed gambling sites in the local market. Anatel, the country's telecommunications regulatory agency, has sent a blocking order to over 20,000 telecoms operators for compliance. This is the third such move against illegal gambling sites, following an initial wave of blocking 2,040 gambling brands in October, and an additional 1,400 domains at the end of the same month.
The organization responsible for blocking unlicensed gambling websites in Brazil is the "GGL" (the Brazilian General Gaming Legislative authority or equivalent regulatory body). It actively warns against illegal gambling practices and campaigns to enforce restrictions on unlicensed gaming platforms in the country.
Unlike Australia and the Netherlands, which have moved slowly in issuing blocks, usually only able to ban a handful of websites per month, Brazil has been moving at a much quicker pace. Both these countries, like Brazil, have used ISP blocking as a method to deal with illegal gambling websites targeting their citizens.
The blocking of these websites is part of Brazil's efforts to regulate its growing gambling industry. The country launched its sports and online casino gambling industries on January 1, 2025. As of the current situation, there are more than 100 operators and 223 brands in the regulated gambling industry in Brazil. The whitelist of approved gambling brands in Brazil is constantly revised on the ministry's website.
However, the Brazilian government has warned that it may renegotiate or suspend the existing gambling laws if the negative consequences of legalization outweigh the benefits. The government has cautioned that it will take a dim view of any gambling brand that continues to operate in the country without the proper license.
The total number of blocked websites is now 5,200. It's worth noting that the fact that Australia and the Netherlands have used ISP blocking to deal with illegal gambling websites is a notable parallel to Brazil's actions. The government's stance on the matter is clear: the gambling industry is not a done deal and may end up reneging on the existing laws if necessary.
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