Chapter
Brazil
Join the fight against scams by becoming a member
of the GASA Brazil Chapter
Why does GASA Brazil exist?
Scam and fraud have become a national economic epidemic in Brazil, draining billions of reais from the economy each year. Every day, millions of Brazilians face increasingly sophisticated scams, yet the vast majority suffer in silence. Solving this crisis requires collective action.
What do we do?
GASA Brazil unites government agencies, law enforcement, financial institutions, telecom providers, technology platforms, private organizations, and cybersecurity leaders to protect Brazilian consumers through:
- Actionable Intelligence
- Industry Collaboration
- Research & Insights
- Strategic Convenings
in estimated losses.
GASA BRAZIL
Board members
GASA Brazil is guided by a cross-sector board of leaders committed to fighting scams across the country.
Andre Salles
Public Prosecutor and Coordinator of GAECIBER
Ministério Público de Minas Gerais
Natalia Kuchar Lohn
Senior Corporate Counsel
Rafael Fernandes
Public Prosecutor
Ministério Público do Estado de Minas Gerais
Sónia Mota
Partnership Development Manager
Nasdaq Verafin
Meet the Brazil team
The GASA Brazil team leads regional initiatives to strengthen collaboration and fight scams across the country.
Renata Salvini
Diretora
Madisyn Fox
International Partner Manager
Upcoming events
14
october
15.00
October 14 - 15:00 UTC
Chapter Brazil Board Meeting
13
january
15.00
January 13 - 15:00 UTC
Chapter Brazil Board Meeting
Latest blogs & research
Relatório O Estado Dos Golpes - 2026
Este estudo, realizado com 1.170 adultos brasileiros, mostra que a exposição a golpes é generalizada: 81% dos participantes foram alvo de pelo menos uma tentativa de golpe nos últimos 12 meses. Embora 42% afirmem estar confiantes em sua capacidade de reconhecer golpes, 39% interagiram com um golpista (o equivalente a 56% daqueles que foram expostos). Ao final, 10% sofreram perdas financeiras ou tiveram seus dados comprometidos, mas apenas 4% relataram o incidente às autoridades. Entre as vítimas, o impacto vai muito além dos prejuízos financeiros: 76% relataram das vítimas afirmaram que afetou seu bem-estar mental, e 34% foram alvos de mais de um golpe no último ano.
State of Scams in Brazil - 2026
This study of 1,170 Brazilian adults shows that scam exposure is widespread, with 81% of participants encountering a scam in the past year. While 42% say they are confident in recognizing scams, 39% still interacted with a scammer (56% of those exposed). Ultimately, 10% experienced financial or data loss, with only 4% reporting the incident to authorities. Among victims, the impact extends well beyond financial harm, with 76% reporting effects on their mental wellbeing and 34% experiencing repeat scams.
Fenasbac and GASA Report Outlines a Cross-Sector Response to Digital Scams in Brazil
Fenasbac and GASA’s Brazil Blueprint examines how finance, telecoms, technology and regulators can share intelligence to strengthen protection against digital scams.
Brazil Introduces New Digital Protections for Minors
Brazil’s new digital statute strengthens protections for minors through platform design controls, age assurance measures, and regulatory enforcement.
Romance Scams in Brazil: Warning Signs and Prevention
Experts from Brazil discuss how romance scams work, their emotional impact, and how victims can protect themselves online.
Brazil’s BC Protege+ Blocks Fake Bank Accounts Before They Can Be Opened
Brazil’s Central Bank launched BC Protege+, allowing individuals and businesses to block bank account openings in their name. With over 1 million activations, the tool offers a structural model for reducing identity-based fraud.