Philippine officials have sounded the alarm as POGOs eye Timor-Leste as their potential new base of operations. Following the POGO ban in the Philippines, the offshore gaming industry seeks new opportunities, posing fresh challenges. With concerns over socioeconomic impacts and security risks, Timor-Leste faces a critical decision on embracing or avoiding POGOs. Learn how this […]
Philippine Senate Moves to Permanently Ban Offshore Gaming Operations Senator Sherwin Gatchalian has made a bold declaration: the Philippine Senate is determined to permanently ban offshore gaming operators regardless of who holds the presidential office in the future. This decision aligns with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s stance against offshore gambling, marking a pivotal moment in […]
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 […]
Cracking the Code: Singapore’s Landmark $2 Billion Money Laundering Conviction In a decisive strike against financial crime, Singapore has handed down a historic conviction in a staggering $2 billion gambling money laundering case, spotlighting the city-state’s unwavering commitment to financial integrity. The sentencing of Su Wenqiang, a 32-year-old Cambodian national, to 13 months in prison, […]
A Bold Step Toward Gambling Reform: Philippine House Panel Votes for POGO Ban In a decisive move, the Philippine House of Representatives’ Committee on Games and Amusements has approved two critical measures, House Bill 5082 and House Resolution 1197, aiming to ban offshore gambling operators (POGOs) from operating within the country. Cracking Down on Offshore […]