PAGCOR Chairman Tengco Rules Out Return of Regulated e-Sabong Amid Social and Legal Concerns PAGCOR Chairman Alejandro Tengco has unequivocally stated that there are no plans to reintroduce regulated e-sabong (online cockfighting) in the Philippines. Amid discussions on potential revenue sources following the ban on offshore gaming operators, Tengco emphasized that e-sabong is not on […]
PAGCOR to Install Nearly 2,000 New Slot Machines at Casino Filipino in Major Modernisation Drive The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) is gearing up for a significant upgrade at its Casino Filipino venues nationwide. As part of a broader push to modernize its gaming facilities and attract investors, PAGCOR is set to install approximately […]
PAGCOR to Begin Winding Down Offshore Gaming Operators in October The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) is set to start phasing out offshore gaming operators next month, following a directive from the country’s top leadership. This move signals a significant shift in the country’s stance on offshore gaming, aiming to tighten regulations and address […]
PAGCOR to Revoke All Offshore Gaming Worker Permits by Year-End Amid Nationwide Ban In a decisive move that signals the end of an era, the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has announced that work permits for employees of offshore internet gaming licensees will be revoked by December 31, 2024. This decision follows President Ferdinand […]
The Philippines’ gaming sector is making a triumphant comeback, reaching heights reminiscent of its pre-pandemic prosperity. PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro Tengco has heralded this resurgence, noting significant revenue benchmarks just shy of 2019’s peak. With lifted restrictions bolstering travel and leisure, the industry is poised for a historic upswing. Investors and stakeholders are tuned […]
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (Pagcor), the state gaming corporation and regulator, has made an announcement regarding the cancellation of the accreditation of CGC Technologies, a customer relations provider for a Philippine offshore gaming operation (POGO). After conducting an investigation, Pagcor confirmed that CGC Technologies was involved in illegal activities, leading to the revocation […]