Philippines Gambling News For May 2024

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.

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2018 PBA Commissioner’s Cup Defying Expectations

May 31, 2018

The 2018 Commissioner’s Cup is underway. The Commissioner’s Cup is the midseason conference of the Philippines Basketball Association and began back in late April. While many expected the San Miguel … Read more

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Breaking Down The Champions League Final

May 24, 2018

The UEFA Champions League final pits Real Madrid against Liverpool. The defending champions must hold off a group of trophy-hungry youngsters in what will surely be an exciting matchup. Managers … Read more

Corruption Shown as Money Changing Hands Between Officials

Corruption Investigation Has Government Booting Officials

May 24, 2018

Philippine government officials accused of extortion and corruption even through public complaints are being forcefully removed from office by President Duterte. Since his campaign days, Duterte has held a goal … Read more

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Duterte Says No To Boracay Casino

May 9, 2018

Recently there has been a lot of talk about a potential casino coming to the small island of Boracay. While it does seem like the perfect location for a casino … Read more

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Will Hainan Really Offer Gambling?

April 24, 2018

Reports have leaked that the Chinese Government intends to transform its lower southernmost province of Hainan into an economic zone and free trade port to bolster trade, investment, and development. … Read more

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Champions League Coming Down To The Wire

April 10, 2018

Can Manchester City bounce back against Liverpool? Will Sevilla upset Bayern at home? Does Roma have a chance against Barcelona? Will Real Madrid move one step closer to their third … Read more

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Crypto Regulation Occupies Concerns as Internal Trust Crumbles

February 20, 2018

It is early 2018 and the Philippines are in the midst of drafting rules to regulate the cryptocurrency market. This draft includes directives for the launch and registration of cryptocurrencies … Read more

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Super Bowl 52 – Clash Of The Quarterbacks

February 2, 2018

Super Bowl 52 is coming up and this year’s National Football League (NFL) battle will be against the New England Patriots and the Philadelphia Eagles. The Patriots are favored to … Read more

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PAGCOR Cracks Down On Minors In Casinos

January 9, 2018

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), is currently in a transitioning period as it ceases to be involved in owning or operating any casinos and becomes a regulatory only … Read more

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Philippines Enacts New AMLC Regulations on Casinos

November 22, 2017

President Rodrigo Duterte signed the Republic Act (RA) No. 10927 in July to further combat money laundry in the country’s gaming industry, which became enforced on November 4th. This act … Read more