Federal court allows CDA Gaming to resume its betting licence
Interim TRF‑3 order of 3 November suspends effects of Provisional Measure 1.394/2026
Key Takeaways
- The TRF‑3 granted provisional relief on 3 November to CDA Gaming Ltda., suspending Provisional Measure No. 1.394/2026.
- The ruling authorises the resumption of Casa de Apostas, Betsul and Jogo Online and the restoration of operational, domain and payment services.
- CDA Gaming obtained its licence under Portaria SPA/MF No. 255/2025 to operate until December 2029 and paid R$30.000.000 for the licence.
- Judge Adriana Pileggi noted risks of financial loss and that the provisional rules do not provide reimbursement or compensation for operators.
- The provisional guidelines envisage an approximate fine of US$200,000 for non‑compliance.
CDA Gaming Ltda. obtained provisional relief from the Federal Regional Court of the 3rd Region (TRF‑3) that allows it to resume operations and suspends the effects of Provisional Measure No. 1.394/2026. Federal Judge Adriana Pileggi issued the decision on 3 November; the order places the regulation on hold while the court processes the writ of mandamus filed by the company.
Scope of the ruling
The order authorises CDA Gaming to operate its brands [Casa de Apostas, Betsul and Jogo Online](/casino) in Brazil and to restore domains, operational, financial and payment services necessary for its licensed activities. The resolution applies exclusively to CDA Gaming Ltda. and does not extend to other operators subject to the same provisional measure.
Origin of the licence and obligations
CDA Gaming had been authorised by the Secretariat of Prêmios e Apostas of the Ministry of Finance (SPA/MF) under Portaria SPA/MF No. 255/2025, which allowed it to operate until December 2029. For the licence the company paid R$30.000.000, according to court filings.
Legal grounds and penalties noted
The legal outlet Lei em Campo reported that Judge Pileggi considered that forcing companies to cease activities on such short notice can cause undue financial losses and undermine principles such as legal certainty, reasonableness and proportionality. The judgment emphasises that the provisional rules do not provide for reimbursement of costs or compensation for affected operators. The provisional guidelines also contemplate an approximate fine of US$200.000 for non‑compliance.
CDA Gaming must continue to comply with applicable regulatory requirements and remain under government supervision while the resolution remains in effect.
Frequently Asked Questions
What decision did the court make on 3 November regarding CDA Gaming?
The Federal Regional Court of the 3rd Region granted provisional relief suspending the effects of Provisional Measure No. 1.394/2026 and allowing CDA Gaming to resume operations while its writ of mandamus is processed.
Which betting brands can CDA Gaming relaunch after the ruling?
The resolution authorises the resumption of the brands Casa de Apostas, Betsul and Jogo Online and the restoration of domains and the operational, financial and payment services necessary for their licensed activities.
What is the origin and validity of CDA Gaming’s licence?
CDA Gaming was authorised by the Secretariat of Prêmios e Apostas of the Ministry of Finance under Portaria SPA/MF No. 255/2025, which permitted operation until December 2029.
How much did CDA Gaming pay for the licence according to court records?
Court filings state that the company paid R$30.000.000 for the licence.
What penalties do the provisional rules foresee?
The provisional guidelines envisage an approximate fine of US$200,000 for non‑compliance; the judgment also notes that the rules do not establish reimbursement of costs or compensation for operators.
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