08/07/26 Philippine lawmaker proposes higher taxes on online gambling The measure has been put forward as a potential way to generate additional government revenue.
08/06/26 Philippine police say 9,401 arrested over illegal gambling in July Police say over US$53,000 in betting money and gambling equipment was seized during nationwide operations.
07/31/26 Okada Foundation donates US$2.9m in medical support to Davao Oriental The charitable arm of Okada Manila has provided medical equipment and healthcare assistance.
07/29/26 Study warns privatisation of PAGCOR’s Casino Filipino could reduce Philippine healthcare funding A legal study has warned that the planned privatisation operations could reduce annual funding for the country’s Universal Health Care programme.
07/22/26 Philippine Central Bank issues new guidance on money laundering risks in casino junket operations The BSP has called on financial institutions to strengthen AML and counter-terrorism financing measures for customers linked to casino junkets.
07/21/26 PAGCOR orders casinos to strengthen AML controls after high-risk assessment The regulator has instructed casino operators and gaming service providers to reinforce their AML and counter-terrorism financing frameworks.
