Ep 687: Can Uruguay Set the Standard for Latin American Regulation?

In today's episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Fernando Noodt is joined by SBC Editor-at-Large Ted Menmuir and SBC Noticias business journalist Pedro Occhiuzzi as the trio discuss why Uruguay could become Latin America’s most intriguing iGaming market in 2026 amid regional tax hikes, regulatory reform and a proposed mixed-model framework.Tune in to today’s episode to find out:Why tax increases in Brazil, Colombia and Peru are reshaping the Latin American iGaming landscapeHow Uruguay’s current online gambling system operates and why reform momentum is building againWhat Senator Felipe Carballo’s proposed mixed model means for state control and private competitionWhy land-based operators and workers are voicing concerns about online regulationWhether strict advertising, spending and algorithm controls will protect players or drive them offshoreHost: Fernando NoodtGuests: Ted Menmuir & Pedro OcchiuzziProducer: Anaya McDonaldEditor: Anaya McDonaldiGaming Daily is also now on TikTok. Make sure to follow us at iGaming Daily Podcast (@igaming_daily_podcast) | TikTok for bite-size clips from your favourite podcast. Finally, remember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service.