Beata May 26, 2023 23:14:38
When it comes to the Philippines PAGCOR is the one name you should look out for when choosing a casino. Casinos licensed by PAGCOR are pretty trustful ones, in this article we'll tell you all about them. Keep tuned!
Kevin Oldroyd October 11, 2016 12:38:23
It’s been a busy couple of weeks for the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation, who are said to have received 76 requests for offshore gambling licenses. In the Philippines, all forms of gambling are monitored and regulated by the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation, more commonly known simply as PAGCOR. This regulatory body is responsible […]
Akos September 14, 2016 06:09:28
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp (PAGCOR) revealed plans to license offshore online gambling. As more and more details are released, it appears that the requirements might be too tough for operators. There will be some strict restrictions for online casino operators that are applying for offshore online gambling licenses in the Philippines. According to […]
Kevin Oldroyd August 24, 2016 11:19:06
The Philippines’ notorious President Rodrigo Duterte has now revealed he is open to allowing online gambling sites to run in his country Rodrigo Duterte has been in the headlines recently for his extreme views on drug punishments and a number of controversial statements. Today, he made Filipino gambling news by revealing he would be open […]
Vera T. May 13, 2015 02:57:22
PAGCOR has seized a $2.2 million payment from Japan’s Universal Entertainment Corp. partner, Tiger Resorts Leisure and Entertainment Inc. Online gambling news in Japan report that the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has seized $2.2 million in guarantee money form Tiger Resorts Leisure and Entertainment Inc. Tiger was supposed to be ready with 50% […]
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 […]
Phyllis F. January 8, 2015 17:09:51
Table hunts, additional rooms and anti-corruption campaign to influence casino openings in Asia in 2015 Two new Macau casino resorts, Galaxy Entertainment Group Ltd’s Galaxy Macau Phase 2 and Melco Crown Entertainment Ltd’s majority-owned Studio City are scheduled to open in 2015, both on Cotai. Also scheduled for a 2015 opening is a casino resort […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The City of Dreams marks the Philippines most expensive casino project ever, topping the also massive Solaire Casino which opened in 2013. The Melco Crown Resorts Company has begun hiring staff in anticipation for the opening of the City of Dreams Manila later this year. The company has stated that it plans to hire 5,000 […]
Monica E. February 25, 2014 15:12:57
The Airport Casino Filipino’s gambling license is set to expire this July and PAGCOR won’t be renewing it. The casino industry in the Philippines seemed to be heading the right way, with Manila Bay getting ready to welcome new gambling venues. But with the current Filipino gambling laws giving full control to the Philippine Amusement […]
Monica E. February 20, 2014 13:16:52
The Philippines offer several options for playing one of the nation’s favorite games of chance: bingo. Bingo is one of the first things that come to mind when one thinks about Filipino gambling. Few countries have such a love for this game, which often generates the biggest part of the state’s total gambling revenues. Maybe […]
Monica E. February 14, 2014 13:59:27
The Solaire hotel in Manila will get an extra 300 rooms and the resort’s casino will have more slot machines and tables. Bloomberry Resorts Corporation is not giving up its plans to expand the Solaire Manila casino. Company representatives announced they have succeeded in raising another P11.425 billion (about $250 million) for the project. “The […]
Monica E. January 30, 2014 11:51:38
While 2013 was a slow year for gambling, PAGCOR is expecting higher revenues this year. The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has published its final figures for 2013 and the results are disappointing. The state-run gambling company and regulator has earned PHP 40.52 billion in 2013 and while this makes it the country’s third […]
Monica E. January 17, 2014 18:07:24
City of Dreams Manila is expected to bring in significant profits for the Filipino state. The Asian gambling market is continuing to develop, with several new casino projects expected to be implemented this year. Basing its calculations on projections of increased gambling revenues and regulatory fees, the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) is estimating […]
Monica E. January 15, 2014 18:19:36
Last year’s gambling profits are lower than Pagcor initially projected. The Philippine gambling industry has hit a rough patch, as local gambling news report the government’s share from casino profits were lower than expected. From January 2013 to November, the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (Pagcor) announced an income of PHP 12.076 billion for the […]
Alex Nevsky June 11, 2013 15:54:22
The Philippines seeks to match Macau and Singapore in gambling revenues
AI S. November 26, 2012 10:57:08
Filipino politicians want to stop Entertainment City casino project because of alleged corruption.
Alex Nevsky November 8, 2012 13:24:37
Filipino gamblers will be allowed to play in Entertainment City casino resorts.
AI S. October 30, 2012 15:11:21
Filipino presidential office defends Entertainment City’s reputation.
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 19, 2012 15:43:16
Prosecutors file charges of multiple counts of misuse of public funds and graft against Efraim Genuino.
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 December 10, 2011 00:53:38
Philippines Senator wants a thorough review of land-based and online gambling establishments in the country
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.
Alex Nevsky July 29, 2011 06:42:25
Church leaders in the Philippines want President Aquino to banish all gambling from the country
Michael F. June 27, 2010 13:00:00
Internet gambling in the Philippines is controlled by a government-sanctioned monopoly called PAGCOR (Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp).
John M. November 25, 2009 11:19:02
It was announced today, November 25, that the Philippines largest and number 1 listed online technology firm, PhilWeb Corporation, will be expanding
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