Philippines

Marcos Leaves Online Gambling Unaddressed in 2025 SONA

Vanja Mitic
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In a move that surprised some and reassured others, Philippine President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. made no mention of online gambling during his 2025 State of the Nation Address (SONA), despite widespread...

Senator “Bong” Go Seeks Total Online Gambling Ban in Philippines

Vanja Mitic
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Senator Christopher “Bong” Go has introduced legislation that would outlaw online gambling across the Philippines, citing the growing toll it takes on families, financial stability, and mental health. On July 1...

Philippine Central Bank Proposes Tighter Oversight for Online Gambling Payments

Johnny K.
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The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is advancing a plan to implement stricter regulations on digital payment services used in online gambling, citing concerns over consumer protection, financial health, and r...

Solaire, Okada, Newport Defend Online Gaming Practices in Joint Statement

Vanja Mitic
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Three of the Philippines' leading integrated casino-resort operators—Solaire Resort, Newport World Resorts, and Okada Manila—have publicly defended their online gaming operations in response to intensifying scr...

Regulatory Concerns Shake Philippine Online Gambling Sector; Stocks Take Hit

Johnny K.
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The Philippine online gambling industry has been jolted by renewed legislative efforts that have triggered steep market sell-offs and intensified regulatory uncertainty. Stocks tied to the sector—particularly t...

City of Dreams Sri Lanka to Open in August 2025: A New Era for Tourism and Luxury

Vanja Mitic
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The much-anticipated City of Dreams Sri Lanka is set to officially open on August 2, 2025, marking a pivotal moment in Sri Lanka's tourism sector. This $1.2 billion integrated resort, developed through a partne...

AGI Announces PHP59 Billion Investment for 2025 Expansion

Vanja Mitic
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Alliance Global Group Inc. (AGI) has announced a significant capital expenditure (capex) of PHP59 billion ($1 billion) for the year 2025, signaling a robust plan for expansion across its diverse portfolio. The ...

Subic Sun Resort, Convention & Casino to Open in December 2025 with AI-Powered Surveillance

Vanja Mitic
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Set to become a premier destination in the Philippines, the Subic Sun Resort, Convention & Casino is scheduled to open in December 2025, offering an array of world-class amenities including a luxury casino,...

Century Entertainment Expands Into Philippines iGaming Market with Joint Venture

Vanja Mitic
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Century Entertainment International Holdings Ltd., a Hong Kong-listed company known for its operations in Cambodia, has announced plans to venture into the Philippines’ expanding online gaming market. This move...