Senate Bill Seeks Gambling Funds To Combat Cybercrime In Brazil
Brazil.– October 8, 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com A new Senate bill proposes allocating a share of gambling and lottery revenues to fund Brazil’s national cybersecurity and digital crime prevention programs. The measure connects iGaming growth with the need to strengthen the country’s online protection systems.
Overview
Introduced by Senator Carlos Viana (Podemos-MG), the bill calls for using part of the Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) tax to support public agencies tackling cyber threats.
Viana argues that the expansion of online betting has exposed Brazil to new risks, from data theft to digital payment fraud, requiring modern tools for investigation and prevention.
Under the proposal, 2% of total GGR taxes would be redirected to a Cybersecurity and Digital Prevention Fund (FCPD), managed jointly by the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Justice.
Details / Context
Cybercrime linked to gambling and fintech platforms has surged in Brazil in recent years.
According to the senator, the iGaming sector should “contribute not only to entertainment but also to protecting digital citizens.”
The fund would operate alongside existing allocations:
- 20% to education and sports,
- 1% to responsible gaming programs,
- and now 2% to cybersecurity and fraud prevention.
Main Components Of The Bill
- Prevention & Monitoring: investment in AI-based systems to track suspicious betting and financial transactions.
- Training: creation of cybersecurity learning centers for public and private agents.
- Digital Awareness: campaigns for players and operators on data protection.
- International Cooperation: collaboration with Europol, Interpol, and FATF.
Industry Reactions
Fintech and responsible-gaming associations praised the initiative for strengthening consumer trust and improving regulatory credibility.
However, some operators raised concerns about the additional tax burden, arguing that cumulative deductions could pressure profitability.
Fiscal experts emphasize that a balanced revenue model is essential to sustain both innovation and social responsibility.
Political And Economic Impact
The proposal enters a heated debate over how Brazil should use gambling-generated resources.
If approved, the fund could channel around R$150 million annually to combat phishing, identity theft, and digital manipulation crimes.
The initiative also supports the narrative that the betting industry, if properly regulated, can contribute to national development beyond taxation — reinforcing state capacity in the digital age.
Future Outlook
The Senate’s Economic Affairs Committee will first evaluate the measure before full plenary discussion.
Analysts predict strong political momentum given Brazil’s rising cybercrime statistics and the government’s digital-security agenda.
If enacted, Brazil would become a regional pioneer in linking regulated gaming revenues to cyber defense, setting a benchmark for responsible public policy.
Zona de Azar will continue tracking legislative progress and its implications for Brazil’s evolving gaming and cybersecurity ecosystems.
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