POGOs are the easy target of Philippines politics
With the President and the Senate showing no support for the online gambling industry, taxes or rhetoric could drive it away.
PAGCOR issues warning after fraudulent games found on Facebook
Unlicensed gambling options are popping up on Facebook and the gaming regulator wants to make sure people stay away.
Philippines Senators cheer POGO departures, Suncity disputes exodus
Although the Philippines could lose a lot by the departure of POGOs, senators are looking to win some quick publicity.
PAGCOR: POGOs ‘feel unwelcome,’ leaving Philippines over tax disputes
Two POGOs have been confirmed to be on their way out of the country, with over a dozen service providers following them.
Philippine casino revenue takes a COVID-19 hit in Q1
Philippine gambling regulator PAGCOR's Q1 revenue stats show COVID-19 impact on market (as well as some accounting hiccups).
The Philippines could see new integrated resort in Manila
International Entertainment Corp. plans to request a license from PAGCOR to build a casino resort in the Philippines.
PAGCOR continues to feed government coffers
The Philippine gaming regulator and casino operator makes an additional payment to the country’s treasury.
PAGCOR is against NOGOs, and Philippines taxman demands taxes up front
The Bureau of Internal Revenue wants proof that POGOs are paying taxes before they can reopen, and PAGCOR says they are powerless to stop unlicensed operations.
Philippine online gambling ops caught in political crossfire
Philippine-based online gambling operators under fire from politicians and business process outsourcing sector over their right to relaunch amid pandemic.
PAGCOR authorizes partial resumption of POGOs
Following strict quarantine guidelines, POGOs will now be allowed to resume partial operations.
