Brazil Clamps Down on Illegal Prediction Markets

Brazil has prohibited 28 platforms involved in the prediction market due to non-compliance with the country's betting regulations. Finance Minister Dario Durigan highlighted that the National Monetary Council has restricted the use of certain assets in derivatives trading, particularly those related to sports, online gaming, and other social outcomes.

Devdiscourse News Desk | Brasilia | Updated: 24-04-2026 23:42 IST | Created: 24-04-2026 23:42 IST

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Brazilian authorities have taken decisive action against 28 prediction market platforms, citing non-compliance with local betting laws. Finance Minister Dario Durigan made the announcement on Friday, emphasizing that these markets defy the regulations set forth by Congress.

Further tightening the rules, the National Monetary Council (CMN) clarified on Thursday the permissible underlying assets for derivatives trading. Key exclusions now encompass assets linked to sports events, online gaming, and political, electoral, cultural, and social outcomes.

This move is part of Brazil's broader effort to regulate the burgeoning yet controversial prediction market sector, aiming to maintain legality and integrity within the betting industry.

(With inputs from agencies.)