Philippines
The gambling industry in the Philippines has a certain scale in Asia. It has legal casinos, mainly concentrated in specific areas. Online gambling is also quite active, attracting some international players. However, online gambling has also bred illegal operations. While regulating legal gambling,
How serious is it? Experts from "The Philippine Star" discuss the gambling issues in the Philippines!
The Philippine government has halted the ASRV visa program, leaving thousands of foreigners without legal residency status.
The Philippine Bureau of Immigration recently announced the complete abolition of the so-called "Alternative Special Retiree's Visa Program" (ASRV), which was previously promoted as a fast track to obtaining residency in the Philippines, but is now officially characterized as an "illegal and baseles
The Hidden Concerns Behind the Prosperity of the Philippine Gaming Industry: A Study on the Development Trends of the Philippine Gaming Industry
This article combines the article by Fu Jun, the president of the Macau International Design Federation. Although the article was written in 2023 and does not supplement the latest information, it has considerable value for understanding the overview of the Philippine gaming industry to a certain ex
Marcos family's gold laundering transactions under renewed suspicion, Hong Kong Monetary Authority responds quietly to Taiwanese media exposé.
In mid-April 2025, a prominent Taiwanese media outlet released a groundbreaking investigative report revealing large-scale overseas gold transactions related to the political dynasty of the Marcos family in the Philippines, causing a public uproar. The report alleges that former First Lady of the Ph
Sudden Shift in Philippine Politics: The Duterte Family Makes a Full Comeback, POGO and Foreign Policy May See Major Changes
While Manila is still struggling with political turmoil, the southern city of Davao is witnessing the triumphant return of a "political dynasty". In the Philippine midterm elections held on May 12, 2025, former President Rodrigo Duterte, despite being embroiled in the International Criminal Court in
Philippine gambling industry reaches a turning point: Digital transformation accelerates, online gambling surpasses traditional casinos.
The Philippine gaming industry is approaching a historic turning point. According to the latest industry report released by the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), the total gaming revenue (GGR) for the first quarter of 2025 exceeded 104.1 billion pesos (approximately 1.86 billion
AMLC collaborates with multiple departments to investigate gambling intermediary service providers: Jiuding, Baimahui, etc., even if they are shut down, they cannot avoid responsibility!
The Philippine Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) recently issued a strong statement, claiming that even though the involved VIP room service providers have ceased operations in the Philippines, their role in the Anson Que kidnapping and murder case is "inescapable." This shocking case not only in
The instability of the Southeast Asian Grey Gold Empire intensifies, and Jiuding Huiwang collapses in succession.
The gray financial circles in Southeast Asia have been hit by a series of "platform earthquakes." Following the collapse of "Jiuding Guarantee" due to its involvement in the kidnapping case of Guo Congyuan in the Philippines, another veteran platform "Huiwang" (also known as "Haowang") has also been
He Youlong leads the "light asset" strategy, and Melco Resorts & Entertainment seeks to exit the Philippine market.
Recently, Melco Resorts & Entertainment Ltd., helmed by Macau gaming magnate Lawrence Ho, confirmed that it is seeking a buyer for its Philippine project, City of Dreams Manila, indicating a potential "partial or even full" withdrawal from the Philippine gaming market.During a financial report meeti
Gambling Payment Storm: Bai Ma Hui, Hui Wang Guarantee and Guo Congyuan Case Money Laundering Chain Exposed
The kidnapping case of a Filipino-Chinese businessman, Guo, has revealed vulnerabilities in the gambling payment system. The two casino intermediaries involved, "Bai Ma Hui" and "Jiuding Group," both have their own electronic wallet systems.Reports indicate that these platforms not only allow users
The Philippine Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) has intervened, targeting Jiuding and the White Horse Club, the latter suspected of ceasing services to evade investigation.
The Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) of the Philippines has officially launched a financial investigation into the ransom flow in the kidnapping case of Chinese businessman Anson Que, focusing on whether there is systemic money laundering through the use of cryptocurrencies and casino accounts.
Duterte family makes a full political comeback: 5 members win, controlling key congressional seats.
The Philippine midterm election count is nearing its end, and although the official results have not yet been announced, the Duterte family can already declare a sweeping victory.The Duterte family won all 5 positions they contested in Davao City, and their camp also saw up to 5 people advance into
What exactly is the Philippine Tongits game?
Gambling Overseas Advertising: Essential Strategies and Techniques
In the context of globalization, more and more game developers are turning their attention to overseas markets, especially those with great potential such as the Philippines, Brazil, Indonesia, India, Kenya, and Nigeria.However, how to quickly scale up and reduce promotion costs in these markets has
PAGCOR's anti-money laundering efforts recognized by the President, helping the Philippines get off the FATF grey list.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos recently held a special ceremony at Malacañang Palace to recognize the significant contribution of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) in removing the country from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list.PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alej