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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.
PAGCOR Boosts Government Revenues Amid Online Gaming Debate
PAGCOR delivered PHP12.7bn to the Philippine Treasury in 2024, supported by strong GGR growth, while online gaming regulation faces uncertainty and authorities target unlicensed operators to protect revenues and public welfare.
Brazil PT Government Faces Collapse of Bets Regime Tax Plan
Brazil’s proposed online gambling tax reform under the Bets regime collapsed after last-minute retroactive changes, leaving a projected R$20.9bn revenue gap and sparking political and industry uncertainty over the country’s regulated gambling framework.
Brazil Keeps 12% Betting Tax, Adds Retroactive Regime
Brazil’s Congress upheld a 12% GGR betting tax under MP 1303, rejecting a proposed 18% increase, but imposed a retroactive 15% levy with penalties for SPA-licensed operators from 2014–2024, while strengthening illegal gambling controls.
Estonia Bets on Lower Gambling Taxes to Compete with Malta
Estonia plans to reduce its remote gambling tax to 4% by 2028 as part of a strategy to attract international iGaming operators. Supporters see economic potential, while critics warn of financial uncertainty and social risks tied to gambling revenues.
Latvia’s Gambling Sector Hit by 2026 Early Tax Increase
Latvia plans to raise gambling taxes in 2026, only months after its last increase, despite nearly two decades of market decline. Operators warn the move could force closures, cut state revenue, and push players toward illegal gambling options.
Macau casinos post US$686M GGR in first five days of October
Macau casinos recorded their strongest early-October results in over five years, generating MOP 5.5 billion in GGR during Golden Week 2025. Despite Typhoon Matmo, record visitor turnout and extended holidays fueled the gaming sector’s resurgence.
Dreams Sees 3% Revenue Growth in Q2 2025 Despite Profit Drop
Dreams posted a modest 3% revenue increase in Q2 2025, totaling CLP 70.6 billion. However, profits fell 26% amid rising costs. Solid results in Chile and Peru helped offset weaker performances in Argentina and Panama.
Brazil pushes sports betting tax hike to balance budget
Brazil’s government faces a critical week as it pushes MP 1303 through Congress. The measure raises sports betting and investment taxes to stabilize the 2025 budget but faces fierce opposition from lawmakers and major economic sectors.
Telebingo Pampeano Turns 24 with ARS 59M in Prizes
Telebingo Pampeano celebrates its 24th anniversary on October 5 with ARS 59 million in prizes, bonus rounds, and a super jackpot, while supporting education, healthcare, and social programs across La Pampa.
Paraná Lottery Strengthens Compliance With Global Standards
Officials from Paraná State Lottery (Lottopar) participated in international training on AML, CTF, and financial integrity. The program strengthens Brazil’s lottery sector, promoting transparency, ethical operations, and alignment with global best practices.
DFNN Invests PHP17.5M to Boost IEST Gaming Technology
DFNN Inc. has injected PHP17.5 million into IEST to strengthen operations, compliance, and innovation. Licensed platforms like Instawin and Xchangebet aim to drive growth while ensuring regulatory adherence in the Philippine gaming market.