Brazil
New website and barbecue with Cafu are part of Rivalo’s 7th anniversary celebrations in Brazil
Rivalo, a leading company in the sports betting segment, is celebrating seven years of operations in the Brazilian market. With such a representative date for the company and its entire team, the house is planning a series of special activities to share this party with its players.
Aiming at a better player experience, the site was completely revamped, becoming more modern, clean, responsive, complete and full of news, which will provide greater emotion to the player, whether in sports betting or online casino games.
Another incredible action will be to meet and participate in a barbecue at the home of the captain of the five-time world championship of the Brazilian team, Cafu. This should be an unforgettable experience for a Rivalo player, like everything his team in Brazil is experiencing as it celebrates its seventh anniversary in the country.
Rivalo is launching the ‘Barbecue with the Captain Promotion’. The company will take a lucky customer with the right to a companion for a barbecue at the house of former football player and current partner of Rivalo, Cafu. The winner of the promotion and his guest will even be able to hit a ball with the ace, in São Paulo. And the best, with everything paid!
The bookmaker’s objective is to share the enthusiasm for reaching such an expressive period of performance in Brazil with its players, in addition to strengthening the relationship with the fans in a ‘warm up for the World Cup’. After all, the big winner of the action will have the chance to meet the last Brazilian to lift the world champion cup!
How to compete for Barbecue with the Captain of Penta?
Without a doubt, this is too amazing an experience to miss, isn’t it? So, the Rivalo customer needs to meet some simple requirements to compete for ‘Barbecue with the Captain’:
– Place bets of at least BRL 50 between 9/21 and 10/2;
– Follow Rivalo on Instagram;
– Share your betting slip and tag Rivalo;
– Each bet of at least R$50 represents a coupon for the draw;
– Done, you’re already participating in Rivalo’s birthday promotion!
In a note, Rivalo reinforced that “we want to provide an unforgettable day for our customers with a partner (Cafu), who perfectly represents the concepts defended by our brand. This is also a way of showing how much we value and always seek to offer first-class experiences to our customers in Brazil, a country that has welcomed us so well over the last seven years.”
Sweepstakes and special prizes
In all, Rivalo will feature 20 players with special prizes, in addition to a special trip to São Paulo with everything paid for and with the right to participate in the barbecue with the former side of the Brazilian team.
The draw is scheduled to take place on October 3, in a live on the bookmaker’s profile on Instagram.m.
1st prize: a trip with everything paid for and right to take a companion to São Paulo to participate in the captain’s barbecue and two shirts autographed by Cafu;
2nd to 10th: shirts of the Brazilian team autographed by Cafu;
11th to 20th: free bets of BRL 250 to use in the World Cup.
Rivalo plans several special actions aimed at the Brazilian public
Rivalo promises to give even more customers throughout the celebrations of its seven years in Brazil. Therefore, the brand is planning sensational news to stir the public in this period that precedes the biggest sporting event on the planet, the World Cup.
In addition to Barbecue at Casa do Cafu, Rivalo will also hold a raffle for autographed shirts, an innovative campaign with digital influencers, launch of its new website, free bets and free spins promotions, bonus combi, new video content and street activations. from Rio de Janeiro and Recife.
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Z.ro anuncia aquisição da Paag em um movimento estratégico voltado à consolidação de mercado
Z.ro firma acordo com Paag em um negócio relevante que adiciona mais de 200 milhões de transações anuais à vertical de pagamentos da companhia.
O Z.ro Global Payments, que até abril operava como Z.ro Bank, anuncia a aquisição e incorporação da vertical de pagamentos da Paag, em um movimento estratégico voltado à consolidação de mercado e ao ganho de participação no setor de pagamentos digitais.
A integração será realizada por meio de um plano estruturado de migração, desenhado para assegurar continuidade operacional, com estabilidade e segurança para todos os clientes ao longo do processo.
Segundo Edisio Pereira Neto, presidente do Z.ro, a operação amplia de forma expressiva o volume processado pela empresa, que já supera 500 milhões de transações.
“A Paag tem forte presença em processamento de pagamentos, especialmente no mercado de jogos, com mais de 200 milhões de transações anuais que serão incorporadas ao nosso ecossistema, reforçando nossa liderança no setor”, afirma Edisio.
Como parte da operação, João Fraga, CEO da Paag, e Ricardo Vidal, CSO da empresa, passam a atuar também como sócios responsáveis pela vertical dedicada ao mercado de iGaming dentro da Z.ro Global Payments.
“A criação dessa frente específica reflete a relevância do segmento e da necessidade de criar soluções cada vez mais customizadas para este mercado.
Nossos dois novos sócios trazem um know-how essencial para liderar esta frente”, afirma o CEO da Z.ro Global Payments.
“Estou muito motivado em assumir esse novo desafio. Com a união das expertises, consolidamos a maior operação de pagamentos voltada ao mercado de jogos no Brasil.
Tenho a convicção de que essa integração nos levará ao maior market share do setor. Literalmente, zeramos o game”, declara Vidal.
Para a Paag, o movimento também marca um novo momento estratégico da companhia.
Após anos de atuação no mercado de pagamentos para operações digitais, a empresa passa a atuar como Paag Shield, focada no desenvolvimento de soluções de gestão de risco, compliance e prevenção à fraude, e Paag Engage, focada em inteligência operacional, aquisição e retenção. Ambas sem vínculo societário com a operação realizada ao lado do Z.ro Global Payments.
“Esse movimento marca uma nova fase para a Paag. Construímos uma operação sólida de Payments ao longo dos últimos anos e temos confiança de que os clientes continuarão sendo atendidos com excelência dentro da estrutura da Z.ro.
A partir de agora, concentramos ainda mais nossos esforços na evolução do Paag Shield e Paag Engage, com soluções voltadas à inteligência de risco, compliance e eficiência operacional”, explica Fraga.
Nova vertical dedicada ao segmento de jogos no Z.ro
“A criação dessa frente específica reflete a relevância do segmento e da necessidade de criar soluções cada vez mais customizadas para este mercado. Nossos dois novos sócios possuem amplo know-how para liderar esta frente”, explica Edísio.
“Atualmente, o segmento já responde por aproximadamente 25% da nossa receita. Com a nova estrutura, deverá subir para cerca de 35% já no primeiro ano”, afirma.
A iniciativa reforça a estratégia do Z.ro de segmentação de negócios, permitindo maior profundidade nas operações, otimização de negociações e desenvolvimento de soluções adaptadas às demandas específicas de cada mercado.
O Z.ro International, responsável por recolher pagamentos na América Latina e enviá-los para qualquer país do mundo, e o Z.ro Digital Assets, de pagamentos internacionais com criptoativos, são outras duas verticais lançadas no último ano.
Aquisição não concluída
Em 2025, o banco BS2 chegou a anunciar negociações para a aquisição da Paag, em um movimento que indicava o interesse da instituição em ampliar a atuação no processamento de pagamentos digitais para o mercado de jogos .
Na ocasião, a estrutura do acordo previa a entrada inicial com uma participação minoritária na empresa.
O plano também contemplava a possibilidade de aquisição total da Paag em um prazo de até três anos.
No entanto, apesar do anúncio e das tratativas iniciais, a negociação não foi concluída e não avançou para a efetivação da operação.
Mudança de nome
Recentemente, o antigo Z.ro Bank alterou seu nome para Z.ro Global Payments, refletindo a estratégia de internacionalização da companhia, iniciada em 2025.
A mudança consolida o posicionamento da empresa como provedora de infraestrutura global de pagamentos, com soluções inovadoras voltadas para serviços de processamento de pagamentos locais e transfronteiriços, além de Bank as a Service.
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advertising
ANJL challenges Rio Grande do Sul law banning lottery advertising in court
The National Association of Gaming and Lotteries (ANJL) is challenging, in court, Law No. 16.508/2026, enacted in the state of Rio Grande do Sul, which bans lottery advertising in the state.
The entity has filed a Direct Action of Unconstitutionality (ADI No. 7971) before the Federal Supreme Court (STF), arguing that the state law interferes with matters under federal jurisdiction, particularly by imposing restrictions with direct effects on broadcasting activities and on the placement of advertising in media outlets regulated at the federal level.
The central issue in the dispute goes beyond the lottery market.
The controversy primarily concerns the limits of state authority over advertising content broadcast on radio, television, and other media subject to nationwide federal regulation.
By establishing a broad advertising ban, the state law creates practical obstacles for broadcasters, media outlets, agencies, and operators acting in compliance with federal legislation, generating legal uncertainty about which messages can be transmitted, through which channels, and under what conditions.
According to the association, the state restriction also creates a significant regulatory issue: by preventing advertising from companies authorized and supervised at the federal level, the law reduces the communication capacity of the legal market without effectively addressing illegal platforms operating outside the regulatory framework and ignoring public authority restrictions.
In practice, the measure may shift the debate away from consumer protection toward a generalized restriction on communication, with direct impacts on broadcasting and on the freedom to advertise lawful products.
For ANJL, responsible advertising is an essential tool to differentiate licensed operators from illegal websites.
It is through advertising that consumers can identify regulated companies, protection mechanisms, official channels, and responsible gaming practices.
A broad ban, on the other hand, tends to create asymmetry: while legal companies lose the ability to communicate through formal and auditable channels, unlicensed operators continue using aggressive, unregulated strategies often aimed at vulnerable audiences, without any state control.
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Betfair
Flutter Brazil brings Betnacional and Betfair in Copa do Nordeste to promote Responsible Gaming
The semifinal clash of the Copa do Nordeste between Sport Recife and Fortaleza, taking place on May 20 and 27, will feature Flutter Brazil’s brands in a joint activation aimed at reinforcing the commitment to safe entertainment and player protection.
Flutter Brazil, the group that operates Betnacional and Betfair, will promote the “Flutter Brazil Game” during the semifinal ties, with Sport Recife, sponsored by Betnacional, facing Fortaleza, which will feature Betfair’s spot sponsorship for the decisive stage of the regional tournament.
Beyond the on-field competition, the initiative will serve as a platform to amplify messages around Responsible Gaming, balance, and safe entertainment in the betting sector.
The initiative reflects Flutter Brazil’s strategic goals for 2026, focused on brand building, reputation, and the consolidation of a transparent and responsible operation aligned with Brazil’s regulated market framework.
Controlling two of the sector’s leading brands in Brazil, the group recently marked its first year of operations in the country, combining local expertise and regional management with Flutter Entertainment’s global scale and governance standards.
Flutter Brazil emphasizes that responsible entertainment is a non-negotiable pillar and defines betting strictly as a recreational activity, not a source of income.
“The Flutter Brazil ecosystem was built with the purpose of raising standards of integrity, safety, and responsibility in the Brazilian betting environment.
By integrating Betnacional and Betfair sponsorships in a moment of high visibility and regional relevance, we reaffirm that responsible play and balance are not just messages, but part of our operational philosophy and communication DNA,” said Álvaro Garcia, CMO of Flutter Brazil.
Reinforcing its Responsible Gaming agenda and in line with local regulation, Betnacional has developed awareness and player protection initiatives, including the “Play Like a Senior” campaign featuring Vinícius Júnior, focused on safe entertainment practices.
The company also partners with institutions such as IBJR and EBAC, actively contributing to education, prevention, and player support initiatives.
To ensure safety, Flutter Brazil continuously invests in technology, education, and consumer protection. Its platforms offer configurable tools throughout the player journey, allowing users to set deposit limits, loss limits, session time limits, and self-exclusion options.
The Sport Recife vs Fortaleza activation also reinforces how regulatory progress has increased sector maturity in Brazil, highlighting the importance of operators committed to transparency, innovation, technology, and responsibility.
Flutter Brazil is one of the largest betting ecosystems in Brazil, formed by the merger between NSX Brasil (owner of Betnacional) and Flutter Entertainment, a global leader in the sector and owner of Betfair.
With Brazilian-led operations, the company combines advanced technology with deep local market understanding, promoting a safe, transparent, and responsible entertainment experience. Flutter Brazil also maintains a strong partnership with the Brazilian Institute of Responsible Gaming (IBJR).
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