Philippines

Manuel Villar Jr. to Transform Las Piñas City with Leisure & Entertainment Complex

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A new chapter in urban recreation is unfolding in Las Piñas City, as Philippine tycoon Manuel Villar Jr. embarks on an ambitious project to transform this locality into a premier destination for leisure and ent...

Philippine Senate Seeks to Outlaw POGO Operations with New Legislation

Johnny K.
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In a significant move to reshape the gaming landscape in the Philippines, Senator Joel Villanueva has introduced Senate Bill No. 2752, dubbed the "Anti-POGO Act." This bill aims to repeal the existing law taxin...

Philippines Escalates Fight Against POGOs with Presidential Ban and Police Task Force

Vanja Mitic
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In a landmark decision, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. declared an immediate ban on all Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) during his latest State of the Nation Address. This directive is p...

Clark’s New Casino Venture Awaits PAGCOR’s Licensing Decision

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In the bustling region of Clark, a new development is on the horizon as Belle Corporation has officially expressed its intent to construct a casino, marking a potential expansion in their gaming portfolio. Whil...

AGI Invests $172 Million to Transform Manila’s Tourism with Newport Upgrade and Westside City Development

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Alliance Global Group Inc. (AGI) is making a significant investment to reshape Manila's tourism and leisure landscape with $172 million allocated for upgrading the existing Newport World Resorts and developing ...

PAGCOR Blocks Nearly 75% of Detected Illegal Online Gambling Sites, Pushes for Online Gaming Regulation

Johnny K.
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The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has made significant strides in its ongoing campaign against illegal online gaming, successfully blocking 5,793 of the 7,747 sites detected, which accoun...

Andrew Lo Appointed President of Suntrust Resort Holdings Inc, Succeeding David Chua

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Suntrust Resort Holdings Inc. has named Andrew Lo Kai Bong its new president following David Chua Ming Huat's sudden departure. This leadership transition was announced in a filing to the Philippines Stock Exch...

Philippine Gaming Industry Revenue Soars 19% to $3.3 Billion in First Half of 2024

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The Philippine gaming industry witnessed a significant surge in revenue during the first half of 2024, reporting a year-on-year growth of 19.2%. According to the latest figures released by the Philippine Amusem...

Philippines Court Freezes Assets of Suspended Mayor Alice Guo Linked to Illegal POGO Activities

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The Philippines’ Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) has secured a freeze order from the Court of Appeals (CA) on the assets of suspended Mayor Alice Guo and other individuals allegedly linked to the illegal a...

PAGCOR Enforces POGO Hub Ban to Enhance Regulation and Combat Crime

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The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has announced a significant policy shift, declaring that POGO (Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator) hubs will no longer be permitted. This move, disclose...

Waterfront Philippines Inc. Nears Completion of Manila Hotel and Casino Reconstruction by 2025

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Waterfront Philippines Inc. is poised to complete the Waterfront Manila Hotel and Casino reconstruction by the end of next year. This project, which has faced several delays, will see its first phase completed ...

PH Resorts Ends Agreement with TRLEI for Emerald Bay Resort Project

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PH Resorts Group Holdings Inc, which is overseeing the stalled Emerald Bay Resort casino project in Mactan, Cebu, has officially terminated its term sheet with Tiger Resort Leisure & Entertainment Inc (TRLE...