According to data statistics on July 5, 2024, after LOTERJ Certified bookmakers paid out more than 2.3 billion reais ($420 million) in winnings during their first year of operation.
LOTERJ certified bookmakers completed their First year of operation. During these twelve months, they paid out over R$2.3 billion in winnings to bettors. This pioneering initiative in Brazil includes five betting companies that regularly operate under the LOTERJ umbrella: Apostou RJ, Bestbet, Marjosports, Rio Jogo and Pixbet.
LOTERJ's profits are used for social development. Resources generated from the game are dedicated to disadvantaged communities in the state of Rio de Janeiro. As an institution committed to social responsibility, LOTERJ invests 70% of its net profits in social projects. LOTERJ therefore works with social solidarity organizations in Rio de Janeiro to support the education and development of approximately 600 children, financing early childhood education spaces in neighborhoods such as Espaço Infantil Jardim Batan, Cidade de Deus and Vila do João.
In addition, LOTERJ also fully funded the "Women's House" project to combat domestic violence against women. This space serves up to 60 women and their children up to 18 years old, providing personalized care, socio-educational activities and psychological support.
LOTERJ President Hazenclever Lopes Cançado said: "Everyone starts from betting. Benefit from certification. In this way, well beyond bonuses, regulated activities contribute to revenue for municipal, state and federal public coffers,” he added, “returning society through the collection of high-quality services.” Providing security for bettors and more development for Rio de Janeiro and Brazil. ”
Looking ahead, other companies, both Brazilian and international, are Go through the certification process. These companies include: Caesars Sportsbook, Key Solution Gaming of Bet PNR, Purple & Green SDL Loterias. Under the leadership of Governor Claudio Castro, LOTERJ has overcome challenges and created a new model for lottery business management. This provides huge opportunities for investors to work in the country on a regular basis. The official statement said: "Under the leadership of Governor Claudio Castro, LOTERJ has overcome challenges and created a new model for lottery business management, providing investors with great opportunities to work regularly in the country."
It is worth noting that according to the decision of the First District Federal Court , the National Telecommunications Agency (Anatel) has informed service providers operating in the state of Rio de Janeiro to block the URLs of gambling websites that are not authorized by LOTERJ. As a result, this action reverberated across the national market. Opinions are divided over the granting of a license worth R$5 million over a five-year exploration period in Rio de Janeiro. However, this amount is far less than the 30 million reais requested by the Ministry of Finance.
