Lula's ultimatum on betting regulations: "If it doesn't work, we'll end it"
Monday 07 de October 2024 / 12:00
⏱ 2 min read
(São Paulo).- President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (PT) said on Sunday that a proposal to regulate online betting platforms should be ready next week.
According to President Lula Inácio da Silva if the new rules don't bring beneficial results in terms of preventing gambling addiction and the loss of money for families, the government will put an end to so-called betting. Lula did not, however, detail what this means.
‘Next week the regulations should be completely ready. Let's see the result. If it doesn't work, we'll put an end to it,’ he said. ‘I'll have no doubt about putting an end to it once and for all,’ he said at another point.
Lula indicated, however, that he favours a way out via new rules, because, as is the case all over the world, people should have the freedom to gamble. He also said that it would be difficult to ban gambling, since even games that are now banned by law continue to exist, such as betting on cockfights.
‘Gambling is forbidden in this country and everyone knows that in the morning they go to buy bread and make a bet even on the bread paper,’ he said.
‘I don't want to stop people from betting, because people like to bet. But what I can't do is allow gambling to become a disease,’ he added.
The president cited cases he knows of people who have lost their homes, cars and used their entire salaries to gamble.
Regarding the use of the Bolsa Família in bets, Lula said that he doesn't accept this idea. However, he pointed out that these cases are occasional.
The president recalled that it is often women who receive the social benefit, and that they are unlikely to spend their children's money on gambling.
Lula also said that the government hopes to take down around 2,000 gambling sites in the country this month.
Categoría:Legislation
Tags: Sin tags
País: Brazil
Región: South America
Event
SiGMA North America 2026
01 de September 2026
AIEJA Highlights Success of SiGMA North America in Mexico
(Mexico City, SoloAzar Exclusive).- Dr. Miguel Ángel Ochoa Sánchez, Executive President of AIEJA, underscored the success of the inaugural SiGMA North America in Mexico, noting its crucial role in elevating the local gaming industry on the global stage. Speaking at the event—held September 1-3 at Mexico City's Centro Banamex—he also broke down key regulatory hurdles, strategies to combat illegal gambling, and emerging opportunities within the sector.
Wednesday 09 Sep 2026 / 12:00
PopOK Gaming's Yo Dragon Wins Best Slot Game at SiGMA America 2026
(Douglas).- PopOK Gaming wins Best Slot Game 2026 for "Yo Dragon" at SiGMA North America Awards.
Tuesday 08 Sep 2026 / 12:00
Amusnet Reinforces LATAM Strategy with Best Live Casino Game Award
(Sofia).- Amusnet took home the prestigious Best Live Casino Game Provider 2026 award at the SiGMA North America Awards, cementing its technological excellence and growing footprint in the Latin American iGaming market. During the event, the company reaffirmed its commitment to delivering highly localized solutions and building long-term, sustainable partnerships with operators across the region.
Monday 07 Sep 2026 / 12:00
SUSCRIBIRSE
Para suscribirse a nuestro newsletter, complete sus datos
Reciba todo el contenido más reciente en su correo electrónico varias veces al mes.
