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.
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.
Coronavirus Cost: PAGCOR losing Nearly US$120 Million Per Month
As the worldwide Wuhan coronavirus pandemic wreaks havoc on industry across the globe, the Philippines gambling market is experiencing significant losses. The most recent estimates suggest that PAGCOR – the … Read more
Despite Casino Closures, PAGCOR Operators Aiding Coronavirus Response
Last week, it was announced that Metro Manila was to undergo a month-long quarantine to help fend off the impact of the Chinese coronavirus pandemic sweeping the world. Naturally, that … Read more
POGOs Stay Open As Coronavirus Suspends PAGCOR Gambling
In an effort to help slow the spread of the Wuhan coronavirus inside the Philippines, PAGCOR – the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation – has ordered the immediate closure of … Read more
Online Gambling The Best Prescription For Coronavirus In Philippines
COVID-19, the flu-like virus taking the world by storm, has been documented in the Philippines, and it’s having a distinct impact on the region’s tourism income, among other markets. Interestingly, … Read more
American Superstar Tim Tebow Suits Up For Team Philippines In WBC Qualifiers
While baseball isn’t typically a big-money betting market in the Philippines, this year could be different. That’s because Tim Tebow will be playing for Team Philippines in the World Baseball … Read more
Wilder-Fury II: 2020’s Most Anticipated Boxing Event Is Here!
There’s no doubt that the Philippines loves its boxing. But it isn’t often that the nation’s boxing fandom shows much interest in the heavyweight class or in fighters outside of … Read more
This Week In Philippines Gambling: Coronavirus, Wakes, And The PBA
It’s been a busier time than usual in the Philippines gambling market. With fears of coronavirus continuing to spread, many Chinese gamblers are turning to POGOs, which is a boon … Read more
Spread Of Coronavirus Could Spread Support For Online Gambling In Philippines, China
The Philippines has long stood by its insistence that the country’s POGO marketplace – aimed at Chinese players who cannot legally gamble online in their own nation – would remain … Read more
No POGOs, No Problem: How To Bet On Super Bowl 54 In The Philippines
Want to bet on the Super Bowl? While the Philippines hosts plenty of POGOs, Filipino bettors can’t actually use them. And unfortunately, MegaSportsWorld isn’t exactly known for offering a ton … Read more
China Softens On POGOs, Philippine Gambling Market
This week, the Chinese government announced a new initiative aimed at policing the country’s illegal gambling market. This is, at least publicly, something of a 180 from the nation’s stance … Read more