In compliance with Ordinance 1.475, it was announced which companies will be able to continue operating until the end of the year.
Brazil.- The Secretariat of Prizes and Betting (SPA) of the Ministry of Finance published the list of betting sites that will be able to continue operating in Brazil until the end of this year. The list was created based on Ordinance 1.475, dated September 17, with the goal of considering only the companies that requested authorization through the Betting Management System (SIGAP) during the adaptation phase to the new rules created by the ministry.
The SPA also notified the 26 states and the Federal District asking them to send lists of state-authorized companies. The information sent to date by the responding states was included in the list that was announced. In the national list, 89 companies with 193 brands appear.
“This measure provides more security to society and to the companies that want to operate properly in Brazil. With this, we protect the mental and financial health of the players. Visit the Ministry of Finance website to see which betting sites can continue operating until December,” highlighted Regis Dudena, secretary of Prizes and Betting.
Sites not on the list published by the Ministry will no longer be able to offer bets nationally. They will remain active for the next ten days, only to facilitate the return of money to bettors. Starting October 11, these sites will begin to be phased out, with the help of the National Telecommunications Agency (Anatel). Even after this date, it will still be the responsibility of the site operators to ensure the means for bettors to withdraw the deposits they are entitled to.
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At the end of this transition period, which extends until the end of this year, the SPA will publish the final list of companies and websites that will be authorized to operate from January 1, 2025, when the regulated betting market in Brazil will begin. Only companies that comply with Law No. 13.756 of 2018, Law No. 14.790 of 2023, and the more than ten regulatory ordinances created this year will be able to operate.
David Bretnitz, Vice President of Sales for America at Kambi Group, spoke with Focus Gaming News about the company's innovations in sports betting ahead of his participation in G2E Las Vegas 2024.
Exclusive interview.- Kambi Group will be present at G2E Las Vegas 2024, one of the most important events in the gaming industry, which will take place from October 8 to 10 at The Venetian Expo.
To learn more about Kambi Group's plans for this year's edition of G2E Las Vegas, Focus Gaming News spoke with David Bretnitz, vice president of sales for America at Kambi Group, who discussed the company's new product offerings before the event and highlighted how Kambi is positioning itself as a leader in the sports betting market, focusing on partnerships, the importance of customization, and strategic plans to expand its presence in the United States and other key regions.
What can attendees expect to see and experience at the Kambi booth during G2E Las Vegas 2024?
This year, Kambi is really excited about showcasing its expanded portfolio of leading sports betting products and services at G2E, as we become the home of premium sports betting solutions. In addition to our renowned ‘end-to-end’ turnkey sports betting solution, we now offer a range of standalone sports betting products that operators can select to elevate their existing technology, regardless of their size or sports betting strategy. For example, we are looking forward to talking to operators about our new ‘Odds Feed+’ product, which provides operators access to our extensive library of high-quality odds, through a single API integration.
We invite operators to stop by booth 2230 to talk with the Kambi team and discover the missing piece to their sportsbook.
Can you give us your insights on Kambi's current partnerships with U.S. sports betting houses and how they have evolved?
Over the past year, at Kambi we have established relationships with our current partners, as well as some new ones, as we consolidate our position as a leading provider of sports betting in the United States. Recently, we signed an extension with Rush Street Interactive, which was Kambi's first partner in the United States. After initially partnering with them in 2018, this latest extension allows us to continue supporting their growth across the country, as well as their expansion into Canada, Colombia, and Mexico.
Another commercial operator we are proud to work with is Bally’s Corporation, which, since partnering with Kambi, has successfully launched its mobile sports betting in nine states, including New York, Massachusetts, and Colorado. Additionally, Kambi has solidified its reputation as a sports betting provider for tribal operators after signing a historic multi-state sports betting agreement with Choctaw Nation, one of the largest gaming tribes in the United States.
How does Kambi address the growing demand for customization in sports betting experiences and will we see new tools or features in this regard at G2E?
Customization remains incredibly important for sports betting houses, not just to attract and retain customers, but also to stand out from the competition in local markets. Earlier this year, Kambi launched a third-party ecosystem called Kambi Engage, which was created to offer our partners simplified access to a selection of engagement providers that includes differentiation and customization capabilities.
Some of the services included are real-time multichannel engagement platforms, automated customer behavior learning tools, and other unique end-user experiences. Each provider offers best-in-class solutions in their respective areas, providing our partners with the tools they need to enhance their offerings and deliver superior betting experiences to their customers.
