Chapter
Brazil

Join the fight against scams by becoming a member
of the GASA Brazil Chapter

Andre  Salles Carlos León Fabio Ferraretto
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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
202
scam encounters per Brazilian per year
81%
have been scammed in the past 12 months
BRL 21 Bn

in estimated losses

4%
reported to authorities
34%
of victims were scammed more than once
42%

 are confident they can recognize a scam

GASA BRAZIL

Board members

GASA Brazil is guided by a cross-sector board of leaders committed to fighting scams across the country.

Andre  Salles

Andre Salles

Public Prosecutor and Coordinator of GAECIBER

Ministério Público de Minas Gerais

Natalia Kuchar Lohn

Natalia Kuchar Lohn

Senior Corporate Counsel

Google

RAFAEL FERNANDES

RAFAEL FERNANDES

Public Prosecutor

Ministério Público do Estado de Minas Gerais (MPMG)

Sónia Mota

Sónia Mota

Business Partnerships

Nasdaq

Meet the Brazil team

The GASA Brazil team leads regional initiatives to strengthen collaboration and fight scams across the country.

Renata Salvini

Renata Salvini

Director

Madisyn Fox

Madisyn Fox

Global Partnership Manager

Foundation members & partners

Trusted organisations across Brazil are uniting under GASA to take collective action against online scams.

Corporate members & partners
Supporting members & partners
Associated organisations and partners

Upcoming events

13

january

15.00

January 13 - 15:00 UTC

Chapter Brazil Board Meeting

Invitation only Online Event Chapter Brazil

Latest blogs & research

Do ataque ao golpe como a cibersegurança protege empresas e pessoas

From Cyberattack to Scam: How Cybersecurity Protects Businesses and People

GASA Brazil experts discuss how cybersecurity, better data and cross-sector cooperation can prevent scams and disrupt criminal networks.

Best Practices Topic - Fraud Prevention Video Topic - Scam Detection
Brazil Anti-Scam Forum 2026

Brazil Anti-Scam Forum 2026: Key Takeaways on Strengthening Scam Prevention in Brazil

Key insights from the Brazil Anti-Scam Forum 2026 on scam trends, prevention, intelligence sharing and cross-sector collaboration.

Best Practices Industry - Telecom Operators / Hosts Topic - Fraud Prevention Topic - Data Sharing

Relatório O Estado Dos Golpes no Brasil - 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.

Report Chapter - Brazil

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.

Report Chapter - Brazil
Fenasbac and GASA’s Brazil Blueprint

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.

Research Best Practices Industry - Telecom Operators / Hosts Topic - Data Sharing
Brazil Strengthens Online Safeguards for Minors

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.

Best Practices Topic - Fraud Policy Industry - Law Enforcement Industry - Policy Makers