Chile’s Free Competition Defense Tribunal (TDLC) rejected legal appeals filed by casino operating companies, confirming the continuation of licensing processes for permits in Iquique, Viña del Mar, Coquimbo, and Pucón.
Rejection of Operator Appeals
Among the companies that filed appeals are Marina del Sol (MDS Casinos) and Corporación Meier, which sought to suspend or modify the tender terms. However, the tribunal determined that there are no grounds to halt the ongoing processes.
The TDLC’s decision supports the previous position of the National Economic Prosecution (FNE), which evaluated the tender terms and concluded that they present no risks to free competition in the casino market.
Licensing Schedule Remains on Track
The Technical and Economic Proposal Presentation Hearing remains scheduled for August 11, 2026, allowing interested parties to continue preparing their proposals to compete for the permits.
This process could serve as a reference for future regulatory frameworks in the region, including Peru, where the gaming industry also faces transparency and competitiveness challenges in authorization processes.
Diego Ramírez
Diego Ramírez, un apasionado del fútbol de toda la vida originario de Lima (Perú), convirtió su pasión por el deporte y las estadísticas en una carrera en el periodismo digital. Durante la última década, ha cubierto todo tipo de temas, desde los principales torneos de fútbol y los mercados de apuestas hasta los casinos online y la evolución de la normativa en toda América Latina.
Especialidades: predicciones de fútbol, reseñas de casas de apuestas, noticias sobre iGaming, regulación de las apuestas y marketing de afiliados.
