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Brazil's Lula bans online gambling, calls it 'crack on a higher level'

President Lula announced a ban on online sports betting and casinos, describing it as 'hard, drastic and necessary.' The measure, announced nine days before elections, is a politically charged move that could affect public sentiment and the betting industry. The ban's implementation and enforcement remain uncertain.

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Brazil Implements Provisional Gambling Ban Amidst Election Campaign

President Lula has issued a provisional measure (MP) banning online gambling and casinos, effective October 6, citing public health and family debt concerns. This move, announced nine days before the first round of elections, is perceived as politically motivated and has drawn accusations of electoral opportunism from the opposition. The ban faces potential legal challenges and requires congressional ratification within 120 days.

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