Philippines Casino, Poker, and Betting News
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AI-GENERATEDTether.bet Shuts Down: Crypto Casino Closes Amid Political Turmoil
The crypto gambling site Tether.bet has permanently ceased operations. Former users are being redirected to a Philippine platform offering illegal cockfighting bets.
AI-GENERATEDMelco Resorts Weighs City of Dreams Manila Sale to Slash Debt
Analysts suggest selling City of Dreams Manila could help Melco Resorts manage its $7.1 billion debt load more effectively.
AI-GENERATEDPhilippine Authorities Flag Million-Follower Influencers for Illegal Gambling
The CICC cybercrime agency has identified 12 Facebook accounts with up to 6 million followers for promoting unregulated gambling sites like 777ny.com.
AI-GENERATEDPAGCOR Achieves ISO 9001:2015 Certification for 16 Casino Filipino Sites
The Philippine regulator PAGCOR secures ISO 9001:2015 certification for 16 land-based sites, ensuring international quality standards through March 2029.
AI-GENERATEDNewport World Resorts: Mass Market and Online Gaming Boost Profits to $9.2 Million
Manila-based Newport World Resorts doubled its net income in Q2 2026 to $9.2 million, fueled by a surge in digital gaming and mass market growth.
AI-GENERATEDPronet Gaming CEO Alex Leese: AI and Localization to Dominate Asian Market
Alex Leese of Pronet Gaming predicts the end of standardized products in Asia. In-play betting and AI-driven personalization are fueling growth in regions like the Philippines.
AI-GENERATEDPAGCOR Implements New Minimum Guaranteed Fees for Philippine Gaming Operators
Philippine regulator PAGCOR launched its new fee structure for gaming system administrators on July 1, 2026, requiring minimum monthly payments of up to 9 million PHP.
AI-GENERATEDPhilWeb Reports Profit Turnaround Driven by Surging Digital Gaming Revenue in 2026
Philippine gaming firm PhilWeb posted a PHP47.0 million net income in Q2 2026, fueled by a 96% year-on-year revenue increase.
AI-GENERATEDFanDuel Fined $95K in Iowa Over Unauthorized Basketball and Soccer Bets
Regulators in Iowa hit FanDuel with a $95,000 fine after the operator allowed over 21,000 illegal wagers on international basketball and soccer markets.
AI-GENERATEDSri Lanka Emerges as New Hub for Former Philippine POGO Operators
Following the ban in the Philippines, online gaming operators are relocating to Sri Lanka. Over 1,000 arrests mark the start of a new regulatory era.
AI-GENERATEDPeter & Sons Enters the Philippines with PAGCOR Regulatory Approval
Innovative studio Peter & Sons has secured a license from PAGCOR to offer its art-driven slot portfolio in the growing Philippine gaming market.
AI-GENERATEDPhilippine Police Arrest 9,401 Individuals in Major Illegal Gambling Crackdown
The Philippine National Police (PNP) reported 9,401 arrests in July and seized over PHP 3.2 million as part of an intensified campaign against unauthorized gambling.
AI-GENERATEDDigiPlus Reports Profit Growth Despite Dip in Gross Gaming Revenue
Philippine gaming giant DigiPlus saw its net income soar 124% to Php6.98 billion in Q2 2026, driven by a 26% surge in active depositors.
AI-GENERATEDPhilippines Market Shrinks as Tighter Regulations Prioritize Safety
The Philippine regulator PAGCOR reports a 26.6% revenue drop in H1 2026, a move experts describe as a healthy contraction driven by stricter oversight.
AI-GENERATEDPhilippines Extends E-Gaming Supplier License Deadline to September 30
Regulator PAGCOR provides B2B suppliers additional time to transition to the new licensing framework. Systems missing the deadline face decommissioning by October 1.