Brazil: Implemented SPA/MF ordinance no. 1,207 establishing technical requirements for online games and live game studios to be observed by fixed-odds lottery operating agents

On 31 July 2024, the Prizes and Betting Secretariat of the Ministry of Finance's (SPA/MF) Ordinance No. 1,207, establishing technical requirements for online games and live game studios, entered into force. The ordinance, aimed at fixed-odds lottery operating agents, mandates compliance with specific technical, security, and operational standards to ensure the integrity and reliability of online betting activities. It amends previous regulations and introduces certification requirements for online games and live gaming studios, including the need for these to be certified by entities recognised by the Prizes and Betting Secretariat. Furthermore, it outlines the operational definitions and requirements for betting systems, online games, live gaming studios, and the certification process, ensuring that all components meet the established technical criteria.