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Industry
July 1, 2025
PAGCOR Approves PHP 50M Grant to Deport POGO Workers
As the US grapples with immigration-related issues and serious controversies surrounding the government’s handling of the matter, the Philippines faces its own set of deportation problems. Despite dismantling the Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) sector a few months ago, the country continues to struggle with remaining operators that have migrated to the black market and […]
Industry
February 27, 2025
Philippines Mulls Over Online Casino Ban as POGOs Evade the Law
Philippine lawmakers are calling for a prohibition on online casinos amid instances of non-compliance from the Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs). Although POGOs were banned in 2024, some have continued to operate regardless, violating the country’s law. Senator Hontiveros Asks the President to Stop Online Gaming Senator Risa Hontiveros called for a prohibition of online […]
Legal
December 31, 2024
War on POGOs Enters Next Stage as the Philippines Introduces New Bills
The new bills align with the country’s desire to end its unhealthy relationship with shady crime-related gambling operations. New Measures Will Help the Philippines Fight Off Illegal Gambling The Philippines continues its crackdown on illegal Philippines Offshore Gaming Operations (POGOs), seeking to end its ties with illicit gambling. While POGOs were allowed to operate for […]
Legal
December 5, 2024
POGOs Skirt Crackdown with Dozens Still Up and Running
New media reports have surfaced that the POGO sector in the Philippines has not been completely shuttled following Executive Order 74, a Presidential decree that essentially criminalized the activity and outlawed it last month. POGOs Remain in Business but the Clock Is Ticking Fast forward to December, and some operators continue to operate. As many […]
Industry
November 8, 2024
Philippine President Bans POGOs and IGLs Amid Public Concern
Philippine President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. signed Executive Order (EO) 74 on November 5, effectively banning all offshore gambling activities in the country, with a focus on Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) and internet gaming licensees (IGLs). The executive order mandates an immediate end to all offshore gaming operations, responding to public concerns about crime, […]
Legal
October 11, 2024
Philippine Authorities Arrest POGO Kingpin as Crackdown Continues
Philippine authorities reported a major development, saying that the so-called Godfather of the local Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) sector, Lyu Dong, has been arrested. The man is suspected of organizing gambling throughout the country since 2016. Dong Is Believed to Be a POGO Kingpin Dong is a Chinese national who has been involved in […]
Industry
August 7, 2024
Philippines Considers Regulated Alternatives Following POGO Ban
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) is exploring implementing an improved and regulated version of online gaming following President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s decision to impose a total ban on Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOS). Rebuilding the sector could bring significant employment opportunities and create new revenue streams for the government. Lawmakers Remain Optimistic In […]
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 […]
Industry
November 21, 2023
Philippines Crack Down on AEPs in the Wake of POGO Trafficking Incident
The Philippine authorities continue the crackdown on Philippine Online Gaming Operator-related crime. Previously, authorities busted an illegal POGO operation that was involved in human trafficking and found that a number of local police workers may have been involved. In the wake of the raid, the Philippine Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) will undergo a […]