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Brazil betting platforms banned; R$1.4B in balances remain, withdrawal deadline Oct 5
Poder360·BR·2 days ago
Brazil's Finance Minister reports a decline in Pix transactions to betting houses following a provisional measure banning bets, with early indications that funds are moving to other economic sectors. The claim is based on Central Bank and bank data, but the full impact and destination of funds remain under investigation.
Brazil's finance minister confirms R$1.4 billion remains in banned betting platform accounts, with a withdrawal deadline of October 5. Pix transactions to betting houses have declined post-ban, with early indications of funds shifting to other economic sectors. The full impact and destination of these funds are under investigation.