Brazil Launches National Initiative to Combat Sports Result Manipulation
Brazil has initiated a national strategy to combat sports result manipulation through a new digital platform and extensive training for law enforcement.
- • Launch of a Civic Digital Platform for anonymous reporting
- • Introduction of a comprehensive manual for combatting manipulation
- • Practical investigation exercises conducted during the meeting
- • Emphasis on continuous communication and experience sharing among authorities
Key details
The I National Technical Meeting on Combating Sports Result Manipulation was held from October 29 to November 1, marking a significant step towards establishing a cohesive strategy to tackle manipulation in Brazilian sports. The event brought together delegates from across the nation to exchange experiences and develop uniform approaches against this pressing issue.
During the meeting, a pioneering Civic Digital Platform was introduced, designed by the University of Brasília. This platform will facilitate anonymous reporting and real-time monitoring of competitions, alongside providing interactive data analysis panels and AI alerts for potential irregularities. "This is an important tool in our fight against sports manipulations," remarked Denis Cali, Director of the Federal Police's Organized Crime and Corruption Investigation and Combat division. Additionally, a comprehensive manual outlining preventative and punitive measures was unveiled, forming the basis for future operational strategies.
The concluding day focused on practical application, highlighted by simulations of investigative procedures led by Tarsila Klein Schorr from the UNODC. Participants engaged in exercises that detailed how to handle suspected manipulation cases, emphasizing coordination between various investigative bodies. Giovanni Rocco Neto, National Secretary of Sports Betting and Economic Development, stressed the ongoing need for an active communication network among authorities, saying, "Our idea is to create this network for you to communicate and exchange experiences among yourselves."
The recorded sessions from the meeting will be edited into video lessons aimed at enhancing the training of law enforcement agencies, reinforcing Brazil’s commitment to preserving the integrity of sports.