Philippines Gambling News For May 2025 45625g

The Philippines Islands are quickly recognizing the value that legal gambling has brought to the region. With the benefits of an economic boost and increased tourism, the online and offline gambling industry is constantly expanding and evolving in the region. This section of our website is where you can stay up to date on the latest news and human interest stories related to legal casino gambling in the Philippines. 5r4z6j

We will include news concerning all aspects of the industry, focusing on both legal online casino gambling in the Philippines as well as the segment of the industry dedicated to brick and mortar casinos. Any shifts that take place in the legal landscape or laws of the Filipino gambling industry will be covered here as well to ensure you have access to the most current information at all times.

former Mayor Alice Guo

Philippine Mayor Arrested For An Illegal Offshore Gaming Operation 5d5h2e

January 17, 2025

Former Mayor (Bamban, Tarlac Province) Alice Guo was recently charged with 62 counts of money laundering in connection to a Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) site that she partially owned. … Read more

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Fontana Casino Shut Down By Clark Development Corporation q5e6d

January 7, 2025

Fontana Leisure Park and Casino, a well-known establishment in the Clark Freeport Zone in the Philippines, was recently forced to shut down. The Clark Development Corporation (CDC) implemented this action … Read more

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Philippines Online Gambling Ban Sends 24,000 Foreign Workers Home 3ek4j

January 2, 2025

The Philippines has been a hub for online gambling operations since 2016, attracting foreign investors and workers due to favorable regulatory frameworks and competitive labor costs. The online gaming industry, … Read more

Cavite arrests

Philippine Government Shuts Down Largest POGO Hub in Cavite 5n4k1d

December 18, 2024

The Philippine government has intensified its efforts to shut down the largest Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) hub in Cavite. This significant action emphasizes the government’s resolve to ban illicit … Read more

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Philippine Gambling Revenue Soars to New Record High In 2024 5q706w

December 10, 2024

The Philippine gambling industry is projected to exceed US $6 billion in revenue for 2024. The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) chairman, Alejandro Tengco, told reporters, “Our GGR for … Read more

SunTrust casino project

SunTrust Manila Casino Project Delayed Until Q4 2025 1n6a6b

December 4, 2024

The $1.1 billion integrated hotel and casino project by SunTrust Resort Holdings in Manila’s Entertainment district is facing a significant delay. Initially planned for completion in late 2024, the revised … Read more

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Philippines Senators Prepare For Final POGO Probe 1wm13

November 26, 2024

The Philippines is gearing up for the crucial final hearings on the probe into the Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGO) program. These hearings hold the promise of unveiling the true … Read more

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Government-Owned Casinos Set To Go Private In 2026 1f5b31

November 20, 2024

The Philippine casino industry has long been vital to the nation’s economy, generating revenue for other public services. Regulated by the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), the gambling industry … Read more

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iGaming Revenue Surges In Q3 For Philippine Casinos 293f1c

November 18, 2024

The Philippine online gambling market reached new heights in Q3 2024, with a total revenue increase of approximately 12% compared to last year. The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) … Read more

POGO arrests

569 Indonesians Arrested For Illegal Gambling Operations In Philippines 732o3n

November 6, 2024

Inspector General Krishna Murti, head of international relations for Indonesia’s National Police, has confirmed that 569 Indonesians have been arrested in the Philippines. The arrests stem from an illegal online … Read more