Superior Tribunal de Justiça

Brazil implements ban on online betting and virtual casinos

151 clusters · 954 sources · last updated about 3 hours ago

Latest: Fluminense President defends betting industry transition at STF

Brazil’s strategy to manage the betting boom has culminated in a direct prohibition of the sector. In late September 2026, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva signed Provisional Measure No. 1.394 to ban online sports bet

Escalating digital fraud and evolving liability in BR

33 clusters · 200 sources · last updated about 20 hours ago

Latest: Brazil implements new rules to combat telephony and SMS fraud

Brazil’s digital fraud landscape is intensifying, driven by sophisticated social engineering and AI-powered tactics. In late 2026, a study by CNDL, SPC Brasil, and Offerwise revealed that 31% of consumers—approximately 1

Brazil drug trafficking legal and judicial developments

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated about 21 hours ago

Latest: Brazil court annuls drug arrest in Olímpia due to illegal police search

The Superior Court of Justice (STJ) has established five legal theses to standardize sentencing for drug trafficking. These criteria mandate that the nature and quantity of drugs be evaluated together as an inseparable b

Brazilian judicial and labor rights developments

5 clusters · 25 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Brazilian labor courts rule against companies for discriminatory dismissals

The Brazilian Labor Public Ministry (MPT) issued Technical Note PGT/MPT nº 6/2026, reaffirming the constitutional right of trade unions to participate in political and electoral debates. Prosecutor General Gláucio Araújo

AI integration and risks in judicial systems

5 clusters · 17 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Superior Tribunal de Justiça addresses AI hallucinations and banking fraud

Legal professionals and judicial bodies globally are navigating the challenges of artificial intelligence in court proceedings. In Scandinavia, concerns persist regarding the accuracy of AI-generated arguments. In Sweden

Mato Grosso public corruption investigations

4 clusters · 27 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: TCE-MT officials investigated in Operation Tomada de Contas

Legal and administrative investigations into financial irregularities in Mato Grosso have resulted in various actions against public entities and individuals. The Court of Accounts of Mato Grosso (TCE-MT) has launched a

Brazil 2026: Election aftermath and economic volatility

292 clusters · 1558 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Brazil IPC-S inflation rises 0.32% in October

Following the reelection of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, Brazil’s economic landscape is navigating heightened volatility and shifting fiscal projections. While the October IPCA-15 showed a deceleration to 0.32%,

Brazilian judicial rulings on tax disputes

3 clusters · 15 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Brazil legal updates: tax rulings and judicial decisions

The Brazilian Supreme Federal Court (STF) has issued several significant rulings regarding tax calculations and constitutionality. In a 6-5 decision, the court ruled that municipal service taxes (ISS) must be excluded fr

Brazilian judicial rulings on tax matters

5 clusters · 35 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Brazil Supreme Court rules real estate companies are exempt from ITBI on capital contributions

The Brazilian judiciary has issued significant rulings regarding tax immunity and program revocations. The Supreme Federal Court (STF) ruled 8 to 2 that real estate companies are entitled to ITBI (Property Transfer Tax)

Brazil Ecad copyright regulation and disputes

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Ecad clarifies music copyright rules for corporate events and unclaimed royalties

The Superior Court of Justice (STJ) ruled that the Central Bureau for Collection and Distribution (Ecad) cannot unilaterally override hotel occupancy rates with market research averages to calculate copyright fees. The c

Brazil agribusiness: Production growth vs. climate and legal

37 clusters · 304 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Brazil agriculture faces climate damage and economic uncertainty

Brazil's agribusiness sector continues to navigate a landscape of rising physical output alongside persistent financial and climatic pressures. Data from IBGE indicates that agricultural production reached R$ 927.2 billi

Brazil tax reform: implementation and compliance updates

197 clusters · 615 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Brazil Ministry of Finance to send Selective Tax provisional measure to Congress

Brazil’s transition to a destination-based dual Value Added Tax (IVA) system is advancing through technical and regulatory refinements. The system, comprising the federal CBS and the state/municipal IBS, is set to begin

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

Brazilian judicial rulings on civil and consumer rights

2 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: 99 ordered to pay R$ 300,000 to rape victim in Belo Horizonte

Brazilian courts have issued several rulings addressing civil liability and consumer protections. In one instance, the Superior Court of Justice (STJ) reinstated a 5,000 reais moral damages award for an elderly beneficia

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

Ibero-American judicial digital transformation

4 clusters · 16 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Chilean Supreme Court establishes framework for AI use in judiciary

Efforts to integrate digital technologies into judicial systems have gained momentum through regional forums and summits. In late September, the DATAfórum Justicia 2026 was announced for A Coruña, Spain, focusing on the

Deolane Bezerra remains in custody amid money laundering

14 clusters · 83 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Deolane Bezerra celebrates 39th birthday while in preventive detention

Brazilian influencer and lawyer Deolane Bezerra remains in preventive detention at the Tupi Paulista Female Penitentiary as part of ‘Operação Vérnix’, an investigation into money laundering for the Primeiro Comando da Ca

Mailza Assis elected Governor of Acre

24 clusters · 69 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Political figures in Acre discuss election outcomes and governance

The Acre gubernatorial election concluded with a decisive victory for Mailza Assis (PP), who was elected Governor in the second round. Assis secured 66.21% of the valid votes, defeating Senator Alan Rick (Republicanos),

Brazil senior and impersonation fraud scams

23 clusters · 90 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Brazil reports surge in diverse fraud and theft incidents

Fraudulent schemes targeting seniors and vulnerable individuals in Brazil have continued to escalate through late October 2026. Criminals frequently use impersonation, posing as lawyers, bank security officers, prosecuto

Acre Court of Justice judicial rulings

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Court rulings in Acre involve pandemic violations and acquittal

The Court of Justice of Acre (TJAC) has issued several significant rulings regarding criminal sentencing and legal application. In a decision concerning domestic violence, the Criminal Chamber ruled that convicts servi

Brazil autism policy and inclusion

19 clusters · 99 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Brazilian municipalities propose measures for autism support

In late July 2026, Brazil’s public prosecutors began scrutinising autism services. In Salvador, the 8th Childhood and Youth Public Prosecutor’s Office launched an administrative proceeding to audit state and municipal he

Brazilian insurance sector strategy and broker evolution

6 clusters · 15 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Brazilian insurance firms launch broker incentive programs

The Brazilian insurance sector continues to focus on the professional evolution of brokers, emphasizing a transition from transactional sales to consultative advisory roles. This shift is driven by increasingly informed

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

Brazil AI adoption: economic potential and implementation

107 clusters · 469 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Artificial intelligence potential in Brazilian public services and medicine

Since May 2026, Brazil has pursued an AI-centric digital agenda, balancing rapid deployment with cybersecurity and regulatory challenges. While early implementations showed productivity gains in finance and law, recent d

Brazil digital evidence regulation and judicial challenges

3 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Brazil's Judiciary faces challenges with digital evidence and AI

In Brazil, legal and law enforcement authorities are addressing the complexities of managing digital evidence in criminal investigations. The National Council of Justice (CNJ) has proposed new regulations to govern the

Brazilian judicial and legal framework developments

16 clusters · 92 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Brazil Supreme Court sets deadline for electricity bill refunds

Legal developments in Brazil have focused on judicial debt management, enforcement mechanisms, and tax regulations. Regarding court-ordered debts (precatórios), Constitutional Amendment (EC) 136/2025 introduced annual pa

Brazil agribusiness credit reforms and debt crisis

35 clusters · 245 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Banco do Nordeste offers debt renegotiation for rural producers

Mid‑2026 reforms expanded rural credit and launched a R$10 bn Finep‑managed innovation line for precision‑ag equipment. In July, the CMN formalised the line with a five‑year repayment horizon. Simultaneously, Resolution

Boca Juniors: Copa Argentina dispute and Sudamericana final

16 clusters · 399 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Boca Juniors reaches Copa Sudamericana final

Boca Juniors is navigating legal disputes in the Copa Argentina and a high-stakes progression in the Copa Sudamericana. In the Copa Argentina, the AFA Disciplinary Tribunal ruled that while Boca Juniors committed an adm

Legal proceedings involving Brazilian political and business

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Brazil's STJ removes electronic monitoring from businessman in bribery case

Recent judicial developments in Brazil involve the application and modification of electronic monitoring for high-profile individuals. Former President Jair Bolsonaro, currently serving house arrest following a Supreme

Brazil STJ rulings on health insurance coverage

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Brazil's STJ rules health plans not required to cover home cannabis treatments

The Superior Tribunal de Justiça (STJ) has issued rulings regarding the obligations of private health insurance providers in Brazil. In a decision by the STJ’s Second Section, the court determined that insurers are not l