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Brazil launches SINAPO to unify betting and lottery rules
Brazil’s Ministry of Finance has created SINAPO, a national forum designed to harmonize lottery and betting rules, promote legal certainty, and enhance coordination between federal and state authorities under the SPA framework.
LottoPro Wins Lotesul Tender With 43.36% Revenue Share
São Paulo-based LottoPro won the public tender to operate the Lotesul platform, offering 43.36% of gross revenue to the state as Mato Grosso do Sul moves to revive its lottery after years of inactivity.
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.
Norway Renews Charitable Lottery Licences to 2035
Norway has renewed licences for Pantelotteriet and the Postcode Lottery through 2035, maintaining its monopoly framework while expanding the postcode lottery’s beneficiary base amid growing political and regulatory pressure.
Medellín Lottery Tops Colombia in 2025 Sales
In 2025, Medellín Lottery remained Colombia’s top lottery, generating COP 177 billion in draws and COP 596 billion in Chance games. Proceeds supported health, education, and social programs, highlighting the lottery’s dual economic and social role.
Ukraine Lottery Relaunch Sees Domestic Bidders Only
Ukraine’s state lottery relaunch advances as three domestic operators submit bids under wartime restrictions. Short-term licences aim to maintain continuity while PlayCity and the Ministry of Digital Transformation prepare a regulatory reset and potential future reforms.
La Quiniela Misionera Unveils New Brand and Digital Draw
La Quiniela Misionera has introduced a refreshed brand identity alongside technological upgrades, marking a major step in its evolution as IPLyC blends digital innovation with tradition, transparency, and expanded responsible gaming initiatives.
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.
Mega da Virada Draw Delayed Due to Record Betting Volume
The “Mega da Virada” draw was postponed as a surge of last-minute bets overwhelmed systems. Organizers ensured all entries were processed to maintain fairness and credibility, highlighting operational challenges amid record participation.
Ukraine lottery operators submit bids in PlayCity tender
Ukraine’s main lottery operators—M.S.L. LLC, UNL, and PJSC Patriot—have submitted applications for PlayCity’s new licensing tender. The interim licences last through martial law plus one year, while broader regulatory reforms are prepared.
Mato Grosso do Sul Launches Lotesul Site Amid Tender Halt
Mato Grosso do Sul has launched an official Lotesul institutional webpage despite the suspension of its lottery tender, maintaining transparency and project readiness while awaiting a decision from the state audit court.
Loterj Launches VLT Proof of Concept in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro’s state lottery Loterj has launched a tightly controlled VLT proof of concept, testing biometric player identification, Pix-only payments and QR code verification to assess compliance, transparency and responsible gaming standards.