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 […]
Philippine Special Envoy Denies Presidential Ties to Offshore Gaming Amid Controversial Photo In the wake of a circulating photograph that has sparked widespread speculation, Benito Techico, the special envoy of the Philippine President to China, has firmly denied any connections between President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and offshore gaming operators. This controversy arises from a […]
Philippine Budget Secretary Rejects E-Sabong Regulation Amid Focus on Economic Efficiency In a significant policy statement, Philippine Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman has firmly dismissed the proposal to reintroduce and regulate e-sabong (online cockfighting) as a means to offset lost revenues from the ban on offshore gaming operators. This decision underscores the government’s commitment to fiscal […]
Sheila Guo Faces Possible Deportation to China Amid Charges of Obstruction of Justice In a rapidly unfolding legal drama, Sheila Guo, the sister of the suspended mayor of Bamban, Alice Guo, may face deportation to China. The Philippines’ Bureau of Immigration (BI) has indicated that Sheila could be expelled from the country if criminal charges […]
Philippines Forms Multi-Committee Panel to Investigate Drug War and POGO Links In a bold move to address concerns over potential corruption and illegal activities, the Philippines’ House of Representatives has formed a multi-committee panel to investigate possible links between former President Rodrigo Duterte’s anti-illegal drugs campaign and Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs). This comprehensive investigation […]
Conflicting Views on Philippines’ POGO Ban: Revenue Losses and Regulatory Challenges The Philippines is facing a contentious debate over President Ferdinand Marcos’ POGO ban! While the ban aims to curb illegal activities, it raises concerns about significant revenue losses and regulatory difficulties. Understand the conflicting views from key stakeholders and the potential impact on the […]
Philippines President Announces Ban on POGOs Amid Links to Serious Crime A seismic shift is hitting the Philippines’ gambling industry! President Ferdinand Marcos Jr has announced a complete ban on Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs). Understand the implications of this move and the serious crimes linked to the POGO sector. Stay updated on the unfolding […]
Wilma Eisma Breaks Glass Ceiling as PAGCOR’s First Female President and COO A Historic Appointment in Gaming Regulation—In an unprecedented move, the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has named Wilma Eisma as its new President and Chief Operating Officer (COO), marking her as the first woman to ever hold these prestigious positions within the […]
188Bet’s Return to Philippines: A Vote of Confidence in Regulatory Environment Amidst shifting tides in the global gambling industry, the return of 188Bet to the Philippines emerges as a symbol of trust and optimism in the regulatory landscape. Following its relocation during the Duterte administration, 188Bet’s decision to establish roots once more in the Philippines […]
Pagcor’s recent actions against illegal online gambling mark a critical juncture in the Philippines’ gaming industry, demonstrating a robust regulatory framework and a proactive stance against non-compliance. Through strategic enforcement, legal action, and public engagement, Pagcor is setting a new standard for integrity and responsible gaming. As the industry evolves, Pagcor’s vigilant oversight ensures a […]