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Peru – Government seeks to amend law on online gambling
The Minister of Economy and Finance (MEF), José Arista, announced that the government is looking to modify Law 31557, which regulates the operation of online gambling. “The Executive Branch will propose a regulation to Congress amending Law 31557 to regulate elements necessary for the application and collection of taxes on remote gaming and sports betting,…
Peru – Interest high for newly regulated online gambling industry
During the first 30 days of the enforcement of Law No. 31557, which regulates the operation of online gaming and sports betting, 145 authorization requests were submitted by both national and international companies to participate in online gambling. Additionally, 144 affiliated service providers were registered, and 7 international certification laboratories were accredited. These providers have…
Peru – Booming Games titles registered for Peruvian market
iGaming content provider Booming Games has declared its official registration in Peru, opening the door for increased presence in Latin America. The company is now authorised to distribute its content to operators in Peru. This means that Peruvian players can soon enjoy popular titles such as Burning Classics, TNT Bonanza, Cash Pig, Buffalo Hold and…
Peru – FAZI obtains online gaming licence for Peru
FAZI has strengthened its presence within the South American entertainment market by acquiring an online games supplier license from the industry-regulating authorities in Peru. The move allows FAZI to further reinforce its position and deliver its innovative, award-winning products in an area known for some of the world’s most passionate iGaming fans and customers. Entering…
Peru – Window opens for online registration
The window for companies interested in operating online sports betting and casino games in Peru has opened. Companies offering online gaming and sports betting services had to submit their application for authorization to operate online under the terms of Law No. 31557 and have until March 13 to register. Minister of Foreign Trade and Tourism (Mincetur)…
Peru – Rise in popularity of sports betting leads to match fixing bill
Congresswoman Susel Paredes presented a bill that would make match fixing a crime according to news agency EFE. The initiative was presented by the Cambio Democrático-Juntos party with Paredes as the main author of the bill. The aim of the bill is to fill a current gap in Peruvian law as it is only considered…
Peru – Merkur Gaming Peru celebrates its 10-year anniversary
Merkur Gaming: the subsidiary of the German Gauselmann Group recently celebrated, together with clients, business partners and employees, the 10-year anniversary of their Peruvian office. Representatives of the Gauselmann Group’s Management were also present in Lima to commemorate the success of the past ten years. To create an unforgettable celebratory event, Merkur Gaming Perú invited…
Peru – New online regulations to come into force
The Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (Mincetur) has finally approved the regulations of Law No. 31557 which regulates online gaming and sports betting. Head of Mincetur Juan Carlos Mathews, welcomed the news saying that the new regulations put in place “a cutting-edge standard” which would provide improved player protection measures. The new regulations will…
Peru – Retail sector need clarity over new online gambling rules
The Association of Winemakers of Peru (Asociación de Bodegueros del Perú) has requested that the Minister of Foreign Trade and Tourism (Mincetur) provide it with more information regarding its new rules over sports betting and online gambling. The organisation says that it needs to know if its own suggestions, which it put forward during the…
