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Brazil debt pressure and economic outlook shifts

101 clusters · 476 sources · last updated about 4 hours ago

Latest: Brazil Federal Public Debt exceeds R$ 9 trillion

Brazil's economic landscape is characterized by intensifying debt pressures and fiscal complexities. Public debt reached 82.9% of GDP in September 2026, totaling R$ 11.1 trillion. While the consolidated public sector's a

Brazil CNJ death certificate regulation

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated about 4 hours ago

Latest: Brazil CNJ mandates context of police intervention deaths in death certificates

The National Council of Justice (CNJ) has unanimously approved a resolution requiring death certificates to include the specific context of deaths involving public security interventions. This measure aims to ensure offi

Brazil tightens platform liability, election safeguards

49 clusters · 318 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Brazil Electoral Court reviews candidate registrations

Since late May 2026, President Lula has expanded ANPD powers and imposed a two-hour removal duty on large platforms for illegal content. In preparation for the October elections, the Superior Electoral Court (TSE) implem

Mato Grosso do Sul domestic violence protection initiatives

2 clusters · 26 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Mato Grosso do Sul deputies approve domestic violence prevention bill

In Mato Grosso do Sul, efforts to combat domestic violence have progressed through both technological and legislative channels. The IntegraJus Mulher program, a collaboration between the state government, the Secretariat

Brazil National Conciliation Week initiative

5 clusters · 17 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Brazil holds National Conciliation Week to resolve legal disputes

The National Council of Justice (CNJ) has scheduled the XXI National Conciliation Week to take place from November 3 to 6, 2026. This annual campaign, organized by the CNJ since 2006, mobilizes state, labor, and federal

Brazil INSS benefit regulations and administration

17 clusters · 109 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Brazil INSS conducts benefit reviews and resumes payments

The Brazilian Social Security Institute (INSS) continues to manage regulatory updates and benefit requirements. Under Law 15.415, the INSS must grant maternity benefits to self-employed workers and MEIs within 30 days or

Brazil tax reform, regional debt, and energy policy

26 clusters · 220 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Brazil debt levels reach record high as Serasa launches negotiation campaign

By late 2026, Brazil’s fiscal and energy landscapes are shaped by systemic tax reform, regional debt management, and new sustainable energy frameworks. The national tax reform aims to replace current levies like ICMS and

Domestic violence and violent crime incidents in Brazil

21 clusters · 252 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Brazil launches Mulher Segura operations to combat violence against women

The surge in domestic violence and violent crime in Brazil has continued through late 2026, accompanied by new legislative and administrative efforts to support victims. In September 2026, the Secretary of Public Securit

Brazil judicial reform and STF impeachment crisis

31 clusters · 201 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Brazil Senate faces potential shift in oversight of Supreme Court

The debate over judicial reform and the Supreme Federal Court (STF) has escalated into an institutional crisis following the 2026 elections. While Flávio Bolsonaro leads the presidential race, the STF faces record-low pu

Brazil judicial electronic signature authorization

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Brazil National Council of Justice approves gov.br electronic signatures

The National Council of Justice (CNJ) has authorized the use of electronic signatures from the gov.br platform for judicial documents, including powers of attorney. Under this ruling, users with silver or gold level acco

Brazilian property and inheritance law regulations

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Legal regulations for property division and co-ownership in Brazil

Legal discussions regarding property and inheritance in Brazil focus on the distinction between full ownership, co-ownership quotas, and undivided inheritance rights. Experts note that evaluating economic capacity requir

Deepfake technology risks and societal impact

13 clusters · 82 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Digital fraud threats escalate globally through AI and multi-channel attacks

The risks posed by deepfake technology and AI-driven cyberattacks continue to escalate across the financial, legal, and corporate sectors. Recent investigations by NorForge detailed how a Chinese-speaking hacker used the

Brazil expands response to gender-based violence

191 clusters · 721 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Brazil initiatives expand support for women facing violence

As Brazil marks the 20th anniversary of the Maria da Penha Law, the nation faces a surge in gender-based violence. In 2025, Brazil recorded 1,571 femicides, a figure that has remained a record high for four consecutive y

Brazilian corporate judicial recovery trends

7 clusters · 33 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Brazil: Digital assets and Grupo Marabraz judicial recovery

Brazil is experiencing a significant increase in judicial recovery filings across various business scales, driven by high interest rates and restricted credit. Large companies, including Tok&Stok, Habib’s, and Casas Bahi

Brazilian legal developments in family law

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Brazil legal guidelines for socio-affective paternity recognition

Recent legal developments in Brazil have addressed various aspects of family law, specifically regarding parental rights and the recognition of socio-affective filiation. In specific court rulings, the judiciary has man

Legal recognition of stable unions in Brazil

3 clusters · 14 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Brazil: Legal requirements for proving stable unions and managing estates

In Brazil, a stable union (união estável) can be legally recognized for purposes such as inheritance, social security, property division, and alimony, even without a formal public deed. Under Article 1,723 of the Civil C

Brazilian judiciary reform and Supreme Court scrutiny

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Brazilian Supreme Court justices face scrutiny amid political shifts

Discussions regarding the Brazilian judiciary have evolved from structural reform proposals to intense scrutiny of individual Supreme Federal Court (STF) justices and broader institutional redesigns. Initial modernizati

Brazilian medical payment regulation and sanctions

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 26 days ago

Latest: Brazil Bill 3022/26 proposes sanctions for delayed medical payments

In the Brazilian judicial system, medical experts are compensated through fees per report rather than fixed salaries. Under the Civil Procedure Code, judges appoint specialists for specific cases, with remuneration deter

Ubatuba municipal property tax collection measures

2 clusters · 14 sources · last updated 29 days ago

Latest: Brazil Chamber of Deputies reviews bill to criminalize online animal cruelty

The Ubatuba Finance Secretariat has initiated the reporting of delinquent property tax (IPTU) debts to credit protection agencies, such as SPC and Serasa. This action follows recommendations from the São Paulo State Cour

Brazil child support enforcement legislation

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated about 1 month ago

Latest: Brazil considers new measures to enforce child support payments

Legislative efforts in Brazil are expanding to include more diverse coercive measures for enforcing unpaid child support payments. Initial proposals, such as Bill 2581/26 authored by Deputy Sâmia Bomfim, focused on res

Municipal tax administration in Cuiabá

3 clusters · 18 sources · last updated about 1 month ago

Latest: Brazilian municipalities offer tax debt discounts

The city of Cuiabá implemented a tax amnesty program titled ‘Mutirão Fiscal’ to assist taxpayers in regularizing municipal debts. The program offers discounts of up to 95% on interest and penalties for lump-sum payments,