Brazil will ban wagering incentives in a new, tighter gambling regulatory environment that could easily be mirrored in Australia.

Brazilian bettors will no longer have access to bonuses and free bets. (Photo: Harry How/Getty Images)

Bonuses and free bets will be outlawed under a reviewed framework of updated legal requirements in the South American country.

“It is forbidden for the operating agent to grant, in any form, an advance, anticipation, bonus or prior advantage, even if merely for promotion, publicity or advertising, for the placing of bets,” the country’s regulator said.

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