Brazil's National Development Bank has provided a BRL 3.7 billion loan to LHG Logística for the construction of barges to enhance cargo transport via waterways, marking a significant investment in the naval sector. Meanwhile, political betting in the U.S. remains largely illegal, but platforms like Predict and Kalshi offer limited markets, facing scrutiny from the Commodity Future Trading Commission. In the UK, horse racing supports over 85,000 jobs, with charities like Racing Welfare and the Injured Jockeys Fund providing vital assistance to those in the industry. New Mexico's horse racing industry, despite dwindling tracks, generates substantial revenue, but the New Mexico Racing Commission has faced allegations of corruption and retaliation against critics, leading to lawsuits. The conflict over the NMRC's practices has drawn national attention, affecting relationships with other racing bodies like the Kentucky Horsemen's Benevolent and Protective Association.