Ep 629: New Rules, Old Challenges: Mexico’s Gamble on Regulatory Reform

In today's episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Fernando Noodt is joined by SBC Editor-at-Large Ted Menmuir and SBC Noticias Editor Lucia Gando as the trio discuss Mexico’s proposed reform of its gambling laws, which date back to 1947.

Tune in to today's episode to find out:

• Why Mexico is finally revisiting its 1947 Federal Law on Gambling and Lottery Games, and what’s prompting reform after nearly 80 years.
• How political dynamics within the ruling MORENA party could determine whether modernisation efforts succeed or stall once again.
• What the proposed changes include, from stricter licencing and betting limits to a potential 50% tax increase on gaming revenues.
• How international operators and investors view Mexico’s market potential under a “one-licence-per-establishment” model.
• Whether the reform can curb illegal gambling and bring stronger consumer protections ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

Host: Fernando Noodt 
Guests: Ted Menmuir & Lucia Gando
Producer: Anaya McDonald
Editor:  Anaya McDonald

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