Philippines Gambling News For April 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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PAGCOR CEO Says Revenue Returns To Pre-Pandemic Levels

December 5, 2023

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) CEO Alejandro Tengco has told media sources that the country’s gaming revenue has returned to pre-pandemic levels.  During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Philippines, like many … Read more

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Valenzuela Bans Offshore Gambling Operators & Other Forms Of Online Gambling

November 28, 2023

Valenzuela City Mayor Wes Gatchalian has told reporters that the city council has passed three local ordinances prohibiting all forms of gambling in the city, including Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators … Read more

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China Seeks Cooperation With Philippines To Combat Illegal Gambling

November 21, 2023

The Chinese Embassy in Manila has told Philippine government officials that China is ready to fully cooperate with the Philippines to combat illegal online gambling activities.  According to the Criminal Code … Read more

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POGO Investigation Leads Pasay City Police Chief and 26 Other Officers Removed

November 14, 2023

In Pasay City, the chief of Police and 26 other Philippine National Police (PNP) officers have been removed from duty concerning the Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) raid in late … Read more

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PAGCOR To Upgrade Casino Filipino With New Slots & Tables

November 8, 2023

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) is looking to upgrade their Casino Filipino locations with new slot machines and upgraded tables for table games in hopes of casino revenue returning to … Read more

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All Tricks, No Treats, Why You Should Only Play Licensed Online Casinos

October 31, 2023

Online casino gambling in the Philippines can sometimes be hard to navigate, given the growing number of unlicensed online sites looking to cash in on unexpected Filipino gamblers. This Halloween, … Read more

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PH Players Embrace Online Slots Options for Real Money

October 24, 2023

In a significant development for both avid gamers and the Philippine gambling industry, legal online casinos in the Philippines have gained immense popularity as the go-to destinations for playing online … Read more

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PBA Philippine Cup Betting At PH Online Sportsbooks & Casinos

October 18, 2023

The 48th Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) season will continue, with the Philippine Cup set to start on November 5, 2023.  The Philippine Cup does not allow teams to hire foreign … Read more

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PCSO Officials Confirm Confidential Funds Are Used To Combat Illegal Gambling

October 11, 2023

The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PSCO) has stated that they are using confidential funds to fight illegal gambling within the country. PSCO Assistant General Manager Lauro Patiag told the House of … Read more

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New Online Casino Games That Incorporate Sports Into The Action

October 3, 2023

It’s that time of year when sports take center stage, and many bettors start to migrate towards online sports betting sites instead of the classic online casinos we have all grown to … Read more