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DigiPlus joins Brazil's elite betting coalition to lead Latin American push

Published Jul 14, 2026 02:11 pm
Philippine online gaming firm DigiPlus Interactive Corp. has joined the leading betting companies in Brazil and the world in the Brazilian Institute of Responsible Gaming (IBJR) as part of its expansion into the Brazilian gaming space.
In a statement, the IBJR said that, with DigiPlus’ accession, the institute reinforces its strategic performance and expands its contribution to the construction of a complete, sustainable, and responsible betting ecosystem.
“The entry of DigiPlus brings an important impulse for the entity, strengthening the union of the market around responsible practices and the fight against irregularities,” the IBJR said.
DigiPlus actively collaborates in the promotion of a safe and transparent environment, aligned with the principles of responsible play that guide the work of the institute.
“It is a pleasure to have DigiPlus as a member of IBJR; we are excited about the arrival of the company, a reference in the interactive gaming and sports entertainment market in the Philippines and throughout Asia,” said IBJR Chief Executive Carlos Lima.
He noted that, “The company’s entry is a demonstration of the maturity of the sector and reinforces its commitment to regulation and the firm fight against the illegal betting market. We will remain committed to strengthening the responsible game, prioritizing the protection of the bettors.”
DigiPlus General Manager in Brazil Graham Tidey said, “The membership of the IBJR reflects the expansion of DigiPlus in Brazil, where we have already operated the BingoPlus brand and continue to invest in strengthening our presence.”
“With more than 25 years of experience in the sector, we have pioneered digital entertainment in the Philippines and are committed to replicating this success in the Brazilian market in a responsible way and in full compliance with regulatory requirements,” he added.
The IBJR now counts among its members the following companies: A2FBR, BandBet, bet365, BetBoom, BetMGM, Betsson Group, DigiPlus (BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, and GameZone), Entain (Sportingbet and Betboo), Flutter Brazil (Betfair and Betnational), Kaizen Gaming (Betano), KTO Group, Novibet, and Skill on Net (Bacana Play).
The IBJR’s mission is to build an entire, sustainable, and responsible online betting ecosystem, always advocating for a regulated market.
The performance of the entity is based on two essential pillars: the fight against the illegal market and the promotion of responsible gambling.
“We believe that efficient regulation is critical to boosting the sector, strengthening the economy and ensuring safety for both bettors and operators. That is why we actively work to tackle clandestine bets, which operate outside the law, harm the industry and endanger the whole of society,” the IBJR said. (James A. Loyola)

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