Brazil: SPA Hosts First In-Person AML Meeting for Betting Operators

Brazil.– December 16, 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com Brazil’s Secretariat of Prizes and Betting (SPA) held its first in-person technical meeting focused on Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing (AML/CTF) requirements for licensed betting operators. The initiative marks a new stage in strengthening compliance, transparency and operational integrity within the regulated betting market.

Overview

The meeting brought together representatives from authorized betting operators, compliance officers and regulatory specialists, reinforcing the SPA’s commitment to aligning the Brazilian betting industry with international AML and CTF standards. The event forms part of the broader regulatory consolidation process that has been underway since the market’s formal regulation.

Details and Context

During the session, SPA officials addressed key regulatory obligations related to risk assessment, customer due diligence, transaction monitoring and reporting of suspicious activities. Emphasis was placed on the responsibility of operators to implement robust internal controls and to ensure continuous compliance across all operational levels.

The in-person format enabled direct dialogue between regulators and operators, allowing participants to clarify technical interpretations, operational challenges and best practices related to AML/CTF frameworks.

Key Focus Areas

  • Strengthening internal compliance structures within betting companies
  • Risk-based approaches to monitoring player behavior and transactions
  • Reporting standards and cooperation with supervisory authorities
  • Integration of AML/CTF policies with broader responsible gaming strategies

Future Outlook

By promoting direct engagement and technical alignment, the SPA reinforces its role as an active regulator focused on prevention, education and continuous improvement. These initiatives are expected to contribute to greater market credibility, reduced exposure to financial crime and the long-term sustainability of Brazil’s regulated betting ecosystem.

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