Magnho José
Editor of BNLData and President of the Brazilian Institute for Legal Gaming (IJL)
Magnho José serves as editor of the Brazilian lottery-focused news portal BNLData and president of the Brazilian Institute for Legal Gaming (IJL), a non-governmental organization that advocates for the legalisation and regulation of gambling in Brazil. He is a journalist specialising in lotteries and sports betting, with a career spanning over a decade in the gaming industry.
His work at IJL focuses on promoting responsible gambling and pushing for a regulated market in Brazil, where he frequently comments on regulatory developments and provides expert analysis to media outlets. He has been a featured speaker at major industry events such as ICE Barcelona's Casa Brazil, where he discusses the future of gaming regulation in Latin America.
In addition to his editorial and advocacy roles, Magnho José is a frequent lecturer and commentator on Brazilian gaming regulation, appearing on podcasts and news programs to share his insights. His contributions have been recognized across the industry, with his opinions cited in reports by companies like BETBY and in publications such as Yogonet.