The Philippine government has announced that it is investing USD 131.5 million to upgrade 15 airports nationwide. The investment was confirmed by Luis Campos Jr, vice chair of the House Appropriations Committee, when he reported to the Philippine News Agency. Federal aid is expected to be used to construct, rehabilitate, and improve runways, taxiways, ramps, … Read more
The Waterfront Manila Hotel & Casino has announced plans for a soft opening by Q1 2026. A full reopening is expected by 2027. The iconic Waterfront Casino has been closed since 2018, when it was damaged by fire. The fire started in the slot machine area of the casino and tragically claimed the lives of … Read more
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. Guo was charged alongside 31 others for her part in the operation. Last March, Philippine authorities raided the facility and discovered evidence of an online … Read more
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 due to significant legal and regulatory issues. The closure marks a pivotal moment in the region’s gaming and leisure industry, raising questions about compliance, accountability, … Read more
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, often called Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs), contributed significantly to the country’s GDP, tax revenues, and employment rates. However, recent legislative changes have led to … Read more
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 gambling. The POGO hub in Cavite, one of the most extensive facilities of its kind in the Philippines, served as a focal point for offshore … Read more
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 the year is over 350 billion pesos.” Despite regulatory crackdowns on Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs), the gambling industry has exceeded expectations and is on … Read more
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 timeline now targets completion in the fourth quarter of 2025. SunTrust Manila is poised to be a key player in the Philippines’ booming gaming and … Read more
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 role of the alleged criminal culprits, a significant development that will keep the public informed and engaged. Today, there is a Senate hearing where POGOs … Read more
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 is poised for a transformative era as privatization is now in motion. PAGCOR operates under a dual mandate: regulating private gaming establishments and managing government-owned … Read more