Akos August 24, 2016 09:44:56
Gambling companies, targeting overseas players, are encouraged to apply for online gambling licenses in the Philippines. Philippine President, Rodrigo Duterte has prohibited online gambling in the Southeast Asian nation in order to protect disadvantaged citizens. “I was mad because even the youth are gambling and there was no way of collecting the proper taxes,” reasoned […]
Petar August 31, 2015 19:36:23
Two more integrated resorts will be added to Entertainment City, which aims to be a massive entertainment complex in the Philippines. The first two integrated resorts of the Philippine’s Entertainment City are already open for visitors. The City of Dreams Manila and the Solaire Resorts & Casino are visited by numerous tourists from all around […]
Akos May 7, 2015 07:22:51
City of Dreams Manila is the first integrated casino resort to receive a regular gaming license from the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation. The Philippine casino destination operated by Melco Crown Resorts Corporation announced the acquisition of their full gaming license. With a provisional license from the Philippine casino regulators, they were able to immediately […]
Monica E. October 8, 2014 17:01:12
Universal Entertainment said it would be ready to open its $2 billion casino-resort along Manila Bay by 2015, but the project might be delayed. Last month, Universal’s affiliate Tiger Resorts Leisure and Entertainment announced that the first phase of its casino project may not be ready before 2016. The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp (PAGCOR) […]
Alex Nevsky October 6, 2014 14:59:19
Philippine Entertainment City is anticipating the City of Dreams Manila integrated casino resort opening this year. The Philippines is about to challenge the big boys of Macau and Las Vegas as the new gambling destinations on the global map. Philippine gambling laws have allowed Melco Crown to start construction of their gambling mecca dubbed Entertainment […]
Monica E. September 9, 2014 08:49:15
Pagcor’s income is considerably lower after the gaming authority decided to award major casino operators a 10% license fee reduction. While the Philippine Government’s financial resources are shrinking, the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) is on a very important mission: to try and find ways to increase revenue collection. A big part of these revenues […]
Toni July 31, 2014 09:09:46
After successfully acquiring another company, Leisure and Resorts World views this as a great opportunity to release new brands for dedicated players. Gambling news reports that Leisure and Resorts World wants to launch a new bingo brand that is set to stand out from the rest of the current offers on the market. After completing […]
Staff June 30, 2014 17:27:29
Despite the construction being almost completed, the casino cannot open its doors until Okada finds a local business partner. Japanese tycoon Kazuo Okada is parading his $2 billion mega casino project, but is yet to find a business partner for his investment. As recent gambling news have reported, his company is in talks with several […]
Monica E. June 30, 2014 17:27:29
Despite the construction being almost completed, the casino cannot open its doors until Okada finds a local business partner. Japanese tycoon Kazuo Okada is parading his $2 billion mega casino project, but is yet to find a business partner for his investment. As recent gambling news have reported, his company is in talks with several […]
Jennifer W. May 23, 2014 08:54:19
Philippine TV host Willie Revillame finally confessed to his gambling issue and broke his silence on the rumors behind the fact he wasted millions of dollars through gambling. The former Kapamilya TV host is in the spotlight in the latest Philippine gambling news after Ricky Lo, who has a column in The Philippine Star, stated […]
Toni May 13, 2014 14:50:52
Casinos in Entertainment City of Pasay given chance to obtain cheaper license fees, as Pagcor allows discounts for the moment. In 2013, the Philippine Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) decided to charge gambling casino a revised income tax rate which stands at 30%. Well-known corporations entered an agreement with Pagcor to see their licenses reduced […]
Iva P. April 26, 2014 12:24:01
Philippines is striving to be one of the gambling rulers in Asia and the Solaire Resorts and Casino are trying to help this dream come true. The luxurious complex began its operation in 2013 and just recently completed the next phase of its development, part of the billion dollars four planned integrated resorts of the […]
Iva P. April 1, 2014 15:11:48
Manila police discovered high-ranking City Hall officials who were suspected of covering illegal gambling business in the city. Rolando Asuncion, district police director, commented that they managed to discover the identities of the gambling bosses after various operations against illegal gambling, including raiding of brothels. Asuncion, refused to name the officials in question for the […]
Alex Nevsky July 17, 2013 17:08:58
Japanese company runs afoul of the law.
Staff March 4, 2013 14:26:42
Filipinos earn more and spend more, even on gambling.
George M. March 4, 2013 14:26:42
Filipinos earn more and spend more, even on gambling.
George M. February 18, 2013 17:54:25
Accusations fly back and forth after weekend arrests.
Alex Nevsky October 18, 2012 14:01:28
High-roller gamblers and VIP junkets are expected to make up most of traffic in the new Manila Solaire Casino
AI S. October 2, 2012 13:09:24
The government agency contributed PHP 9.039 billion ($217 million) to the budget in the first 8 months of 2012.
AI S. September 20, 2012 14:05:44
Seven Koreans are charged with operation of illegal gambling activity, 279 Taiwanese are deported for fraud from the Philippines.
AI S. September 19, 2012 15:43:16
Prosecutors file charges of multiple counts of misuse of public funds and graft against Efraim Genuino.
AI S. September 19, 2012 14:27:49
Asian Poker Tour 2012’ games started at the Resorts World Manila’s Prosperity Court, Manila.
AI S. September 12, 2012 15:50:18
Philippine gambling regulator agency PAGCOR is accused of withholding revenue from the government
AI S. September 10, 2012 11:27:15
One of Philippine's most wanted criminal visits a PAGCOR casino during his sentence.
Alex Nevsky August 27, 2012 09:43:29
A brand new online poker destination has been launched in the Philippines targeting Asia-Pacific market.
Derek Sebastian July 6, 2012 02:45:36
Philippines are looking into matching Las Vegas and Macau by creating a gambling strip in Manila.
Derek Sebastian June 29, 2012 16:16:25
Asia-Pacific billionaires with their money are targeting Filipino gambling industry, seeking Macau-like riches.
Derek Sebastian June 4, 2012 15:05:23
Fishing disputes in South China Sea makes blackjack dealers in Manila cry.
Derek Sebastian April 6, 2012 09:22:32
Police chiefs in Philippines warned: crack down on illegal gambling or lose jobs.
Derek Sebastian April 5, 2012 08:29:50
Brutal dogfight operators busted for a second time in three months.
Neha A. March 19, 2012 12:30:07
Chief of Police in The Philippines under threat from new one-strike policy
Neha A. March 1, 2012 14:52:12
The Philippines have hit out at Steve Wynn following his accusations of corruption, by denying him a venue in the country, as his battle with Kazuo Okada continues
Derek Sebastian February 21, 2012 15:09:33
Why enter an illegal mafia-connected casino in the Philippines when you can play legitimately online?
Neha A. February 9, 2012 12:48:20
The Philippines Court of Appeals has dropped a case to do with a dodgy online casino, saying that they are not punishable by law
Derek Sebastian February 5, 2012 06:51:16
While gambling in the Philippines may land gamblers in jail, the country is looking to compete with Macau.
Alex Nevsky December 10, 2011 00:53:38
Philippines Senator wants a thorough review of land-based and online gambling establishments in the country
Nick M. December 8, 2011 16:03:36
Unibet subsidiary secures a 2-year deal to deliver Supertoto and Superscore solutions to the Asian Pacific market
Alex Nevsky September 14, 2011 11:05:46
Forbes Asia issues a list of “Best under a Billion” companies in the region and includes two Philippine gambling firms
Alex Nevsky September 10, 2011 01:54:01
James Packer and Lawrence Ho could invest $1 billion in a Manila casino, according to Philippine gambling regulator
Alex Nevsky September 1, 2011 13:48:15
Philippine Parliament will investigate national gambling monopoly’s involvement with Chinese syndicate.
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