Latest updates on the Philippines iGaming industry,
including PAGCOR announcements, casino developments,
and regulatory changes across the country's gaming sector.
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) ranked among the top five government-owned and controlled corporations (GOCCs) in 2025 after remitting PHP5.67 billion (US$92.1...
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) remitted PHP5.67 billion ($92.1 million) in dividends to the Philippine government for fiscal year 2025, making it...
China's embassy in the Philippines has linked several kidnapping cases involving Chinese nationals to disputes related to online gambling, telecommunications fraud, and financial conflicts.
In...
The Philippine gaming industry is expected to return to growth as more supportive visa policies emerge and a recovery in online gambling improves market...
Baguio City is preparing stricter controls on gambling advertising. Local authorities seek to reduce public exposure to gambling promotions and strengthen efforts against illegal...
A new report by Diego Cruz for Arden Consult says stricter regulatory requirements are reshaping the Philippine online gaming industry, increasing compliance costs for...
Analysts expect the Philippine gaming industry to face continued pressure in the second half of 2026 as weak casino demand, slower tourism, and inflation...
The Philippines is strengthening its fight against cybercrime after the Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) and the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) agreed...
Philippine authorities have stepped up enforcement efforts against scam hubs that have reportedly re-emerged in smaller, less visible forms. These hubs appeared following the...
Licensed online gaming operators in the Philippines increased their share of projected market revenue during the first quarter of 2026. This is according to...
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has intensified its focus on responsible gaming following the launch of the National Problem Gambling Helpline, as...
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has approved a series of amendments to its electronic gaming regulations. These changes introduce updates that affect...
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has launched a nationwide 24/7 problem gambling helpline. This introduces round-the-clock support services for individuals experiencing gambling-related...
The Philippine Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has clarified that casino jackpot prizes and other gambling winnings are subject to final withholding tax. This...
South Korea’s foreigner-only casino sector is gaining momentum as inbound tourism rebounds. Chinese group travel is expected to provide an additional boost in the...
