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PAGCOR Sends 21K Packages to Typhoon Ofel Victims in Luzon
PAGCOR distributed over 21,000 relief packs to residents affected by Typhoon Ofel in Apayao, Cagayan, Isabela, and Pagudpud, Ilocos...
Nov 19, 20243 min read


DigiPlus Responds To Report On Buying Casino Plus
DigiPlus clarified it has no definitive plans at this time to acquire competitor Casino Plus, addressing speculation and reaffirming its...
Nov 19, 20242 min read


DigiPlus eyes acquiring CasinoPlus: Report
DigiPlus is reportedly setting its sights on acquiring CasinoPlus in a move that could significantly reshape the Philippine online gaming...
Nov 18, 20242 min read


PH Electronic Gaming Sector GGR Hits ₱94.61B in Q3 2024
PAGCOR says the electronic gaming sector drove 2024 Q3 growth, with revenues surging over five-fold to P35.71 billion, up from P6.32...
Nov 15, 20243 min read


Macau Forecasts $29.7 Billion in Gaming Revenue for 2025
The Macau government forecasts 2025 gross gaming revenue to reach MOP240 billion ($29.7 billion), signaling continued recovery in gaming...
Nov 15, 20243 min read


Philippine POGO Ban Leads to Global Spread of Illegal Betting
A recent study highlights how the POGO ban in the Philippines has led to the spread of illegal betting operations to new regions. A...
Nov 13, 20244 min read


Metro Manila Office Vacancy Rate Hits 20-Year High
Metro Manila's office vacancy rate hit 18.2% by Q3 2024, the highest in 20 years, driven by shifting office space needs & POGO ban, says...
Nov 7, 20244 min read


PH Condo Vacancy Rate Increase
PH condo vacancy rates in Metro Manila rose in Q3 2024, partly due to Chinese nationals leaving ahead of the POGO ban, says Colliers...
Nov 5, 20244 min read


NBI Raids Alleged Hub of Lapu-Lapu City POGO Boss
Authorities conducted a second raid inside the Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) hub in Brgy. Agus, Lapu-Lapu City. A search...
Oct 25, 20242 min read


Guidelines Could Cut FATF Grey List Countries In Half
Global AML watchdog FATF announces major changes to criteria for placing countries on its "grey list" of nations under increased...
Oct 21, 20243 min read


Macau Government Reaffirms Stance Vs. Online Gaming Concessions
The Macau government confirms it has no plans to issue public concessions for online gaming, reinforcing its strict stance on regulating...
Oct 21, 20242 min read


Sam Hou Fai Elected Macau Chief Executive Amid Calls for Change
Sam Hou Fai elected Macau's next chief executive with 394/398 votes, marking a shift from tradition as the first leader born in mainland...
Oct 15, 20243 min read


POGO Exodus Leads to Increased Vacancies in PH Office Spaces
POGOs vacated 53,000 sq. m of office space in Q3 2024, driven by a government ban linked to criminal activities, according to Leechiu...
Oct 10, 20243 min read


Here’s Why Adele Rejected Residency Show in Macau
Sam Hou Fai urges more residency shows in Macau casinos to boost tourism and attract global visitors, enhancing the city’s entertainment...
Oct 7, 20243 min read


Macau Gaming Revenue Hits 2024 Low; Baccarat Still Leads
Macau Gaming Revenue saw a mix of growth and challenges in September 2024, reflecting the dynamic state of Macau’s gaming industry....
Oct 2, 20243 min read
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