Philippines

FATF Keeps Philippines on Grey List, Cites Need for Further AML/CFT Improvements

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On Friday, the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), a global financial watchdog, confirmed that the Philippines remains on its "grey list" of jurisdictions under heightened scrutiny. Despite this, the FATF ackno...

Jade SportsBet Resumes Operations in the Philippines After Regulatory Suspension Lifted

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Jade SportsBet, an online wagering platform operated by Jade Entertainment and Gaming Technologies Inc., has successfully lifted the suspension on its operations in the Philippines. This development comes after...

Philippines DOJ Accepts Human Trafficking Complaint Against Suspended Bamban Mayor Alice Guo

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Authorities in the Philippines have lodged a qualified human trafficking complaint against suspended Bamban, Tarlac "POGO Mayor" Alice Guo at the Department of Justice (DOJ). The complaint, filed on Friday by t...

AG2 Expands Global Footprint with Seven New Licenses and International Offices

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Aruze Gaming Global (AG2), a casino equipment manufacturer based in Las Vegas, Nevada, has announced significant strides in its expansion across North America and Asia, having successfully met the stringent req...

Philippines’ Offshore Gaming Revenue Surges with Revised Licensing

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While some Philippine senators persist in advocating for the complete shutdown of the country’s offshore gaming industry, one politician is highlighting the sector's resurgence under PAGCOR’s revamped Internet ...

PAGCOR Chairman Says Shutting Down IGLs Will Not Eliminate Foreign Criminal Activity

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In an extensive exploration of offshore gaming intricacies, Alejandro H. Tengco, Chairman and CEO of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), provides nuanced insights into the evolving landsca...

Pagcor Chairman Unveils Plans to Reduce E-Games Tariffs, Boosting Philippines’ Gaming Investment Appeal

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In a move aimed at fostering industry growth and attracting more investment, Alejandro Tengco, chairman and CEO of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp (Pagcor), revealed plans to reduce once again the rate...