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Industry
July 26, 2024
POGOs Crackdown Forces 20,000 Workers Out of Philippines
Earlier this week, Ferdinand Marcos, the President of the Philippines, announced the blanket ban on all Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs). The tough enforcement came amidst rising concerns about POGOs ties with unlawful activities. The announced tough enforcement complements the ongoing crackdown on Philippine-based illegal gambling operators targeting Chinese citizens. In fact, the recent ban […]
Industry
July 23, 2024
Philippine President Bans POGOs amidst Rising Concerns
In a decisive blow to the country’s nascent offshore gambling industry, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos instituted a blanket ban on all Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) on Monday. The move cracks down on an online sector dominated by Chinese firms, plagued with unlicensed activities and links to organized crime. China Has Been Urging for a […]
Legal
July 16, 2024
Philippine Police Hunt Mayor Accused of Espionage and Running Fake Casinos
Alice Guo, the Mayor of Bamban town in the Philippines, is now a fugitive, facing serious allegations of being a Chinese spy and running fake casinos. According to a recent BBC article, authorities have issued an arrest warrant for Guo. However, she has gone into hiding, evading law enforcement and bolstering suspicions regarding her involvement […]
Poker
July 16, 2024
Poker Player’s Mother Suspects He Was Murdered While in Manila
The mother of a professional poker player from Kilmarnock, East Ayrshire, Scotland, fears that her son was killed and robbed while visiting the Philippines. The 32-year-old professional poker player, Darren Young, was found dead in his rental condo in Manila, the Philippines, earlier this year. In a recent interview for the Scottish Sun, Young’s mother, […]
Industry
June 18, 2024
PAGCOM Could Replace PAGCOR as Philippines Consider Revived Bill
A new bill could replace the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) with a new regulatory body as lawmakers seek to reform the Asian country’s gambling sector. The PAGCOR, for context, is a 100% government-owned entity that is currently in charge of regulating gambling. House Bill 3559, which was introduced in August 2022, seeks to […]
Lottery
June 13, 2024
Filipino Player Wins $572K Mega Lotto Jackpot
A lucky player from the Philippines has won a life-changing PHP 33.5 million (approximately $572,000) jackpot playing the Mega Lotto. According to the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO), the person succeeded in matching all six winning numbers correctly. The Wednesday night’s Mega Lotto 6/45 drawing saw 7, 40, 25, 8, 30 and 39 as the […]
Industry
May 23, 2024
PAGCOR Shuts Jade Sportsbet Down Over Unpaid Fees
Jade Entertainment and Gaming Technologies, a Philippines-based gaming and betting operator, has been forced to shut down the operations of its sports betting brand. This development was the result of Jade Sportsbet missing the deadline to pay its mandatory fees. Inside Asian Gaming (IAG) reported that the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), a body […]
Industry
May 22, 2024
Quezon City Mayor Prohibits Govt Workers from Solaire North Casino
Solaire Resort North is a new integrated resort that is expected to offer world-class gaming, entertainment and hospitality. The resort, located in Quezon City, Philippines is expected to open for visitors on Saturday, May 25, 2024. Ahead of the opening of Solaire Resort North casino the city’s mayor confirmed that all city hall employees and […]
Casino
May 10, 2024
International Entertainment Corporation Takes Over Manila Casino
International Entertainment Corporation (IEC) announced that it has officially begun its limited operation of the casino at its New Coast Hotel property in Manila. The company is set to officially take over full casino operations from the PAGCOR on May 11. The Board is pleased to announce that on 9 May 2024, the Group has […]
Business
April 19, 2024
PAGCOR Appoints First Woman President and CCO in History
The 100% government-owned and controlled corporation under the Office of the President of the Republic of the Philippines, the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), has announced the appointment of a new president. Attorney Wilma Eisma has received the prestigious position, along with the title of chief operating officer (COO) after taking the oath of […]
