World News.
Week 40

30.09.2024
📈🇧🇷 The volume of betting transactions in Brazil via Pix increased by 200%
Since January 2024, the number of bets made through the Pix instant payment system has doubled, according to the Central Bank of Brazil. This raises concerns about the increase in betting among recipients of financial benefits such as Bolsa Família. Authorities plan to block payments to unlicensed platforms starting January 1, 2025.


⚡️🇬🇪 The strike at Evolution Georgia has become the longest in the country's history
The strike at Evolution has continued for over 76 days, with neither side willing to compromise. International labor unions support the protesters and are ready for dialogue if Evolution changes its stance on negotiations. Around 400 employees continue to strike despite financial pressure.


💵🇺🇸 The U.S. election betting market has reached $1 billion
On the Polymarket crypto betting exchange, Kamala Harris' odds of winning are 50%, while Donald Trump's are 49%. The 2024 U.S. elections may set a record for political betting markets. U.S. authorities have urged the CFTC to ban political betting.


💥🎤BC.Game announces partnership with Lil Pump
Users of the crypto iGaming operator will get access to exclusive content related to the American rapper Lil Pump, including games, tournaments, and live streams.