Brazil betting ban raises concerns over growth of the illegal market

Industry representatives have expressed concern that Brazil's betting ban could drive consumers toward unregulated, illegal platforms. Stakeholders warned the shift may also undermine established safeguards designed to combat match-fixing.

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