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PAGCOR gambling app targets December launch to fight illegal sites
PAGCOR is targeting a December 2026 launch for its mobile gambling verification app, designed to help Filipino players identify licensed online gaming platforms and avoid illegal operators. The project includes technical assessments, cybersecurity safeguards and a proposed five-year partnership with DBP Data Center.
4 days ago5 min read


PAGCOR Casino Filipino Privatization: ₱30B Sale Plan Amid Losses
PAGCOR is considering the sale of its Casino Filipino business for an estimated ₱20 billion to ₱30 billion as projected losses reach at least ₱7 billion in 2026. The agency is targeting an exit from casino operations in the third or fourth quarter of 2027, subject to government approval and a formal valuation. The proposed restructuring would separate PAGCOR’s commercial casino activities from its gaming-regulation role, with 35 casino operations included in the planned dives
Oct 143 min read


Casino Plus Peter & Sons expand Philippine gaming content
Casino Plus is expanding its Philippine online gaming content through a strategic partnership with Peter & Sons. The PAGCOR-licensed operator will progressively integrate selected titles from the international game studio through 2026 and into 2027. The companies also plan co-branded campaigns and exclusive content tailored to Filipino players, giving Casino Plus a broader mobile-focused portfolio while Peter & Sons strengthens its presence in the regulated Philippine market.
Oct 64 min read


Illegal Online Gambling Philippines: 200 Detained in Zamboanga
Philippine authorities detained around 200 people during raids on suspected illegal online gambling hubs in Alicia and Siay, Zamboanga Sibugay. The October 2 operation involved the NBI, Bureau of Immigration, Philippine Army and police. Authorities reportedly seized electronic devices and are investigating the detainees’ immigration status and possible links to unauthorized offshore gaming operations.
Oct 35 min read


PhilWeb Commits ₱4.23 Billion to JKS Tech in Major Gaming Technology Expansion
PhilWeb Corp. and JKS Tech Solutions Inc. have entered into a series of transactions that will see PhilWeb and its wholly owned subsidiary invest a combined ₱4.23 billion (approximately US$67.4 million) in JKS, while JKS acquires a 4.85% stake in the listed Philippine gaming technology company. The deal gives PhilWeb a substantial investment in a business-to-business technology and digital infrastructure provider serving licensed operators in the country's digital entertainme
Sep 84 min read


PAGCOR Plans New App to Help Players Identify Legal Online Gaming Platforms
PAGCOR is developing a new player-protection tool for the Philippine online gaming market. The regulator plans to launch an application before the end of 2026 that will help players identify online gaming platforms licensed and regulated by PAGCOR.
Aug 275 min read


PAGCOR Gambling Earnings Slowdown as E-Wallet Delinking Hits Online Activity
PAGCOR expects its 2026 income to fall by double digits as e-wallet delinking and weaker consumer spending weigh on online gaming activity.
Aug 245 min read


What is Super E-Sabong? How the Virtual Casino Game Differs from E-Sabong
At first glance, Super eSabong may look like another form of online sabong. It has roosters, opposing sides, betting options and a simulated fight… but what exactly is the player betting on? This guide takes a closer look at how Super eSabong works, what its betting interface offers, and the key differences between the virtual game and Esabong involving live cockfights.
Aug 2417 min read


PAGCOR strengthens responsible gaming push as Philippine market slows
PAGCOR is placing player protection and responsible gaming at the center of the Philippines’ gaming sector as digital gambling expands and industry revenues soften.
Aug 103 min read


Are POGOs Reopening? PAGCOR Says It's Fake News
POGO scams alert! PAGCOR warns against fake POGO licenses and reopening claims. POGOs remain banned in the Philippines. Protect yourself...
Feb 3, 20252 min read


PAGCOR Calls For Vigilance Amid POGOs “Masquerading” As BPOs
PAGCOR has raised concerns over offshore online gaming operators masquerading as business process outsourcing (BPO) companies. The...
Nov 20, 20242 min read


PAGCOR Denies Jurisdiction Over Raided BPO in Bataan
PAGCOR confirmed it has no jurisdiction over Central One PH, an AFAB-regulated BPO firm in Bataan. The Philippine Amusement and Gaming...
Nov 15, 20242 min read
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