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PDEA unveils deep links between POGOs and drug syndicates in house probe

The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) has revealed an intricate network of criminal activities allegedly connecting Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) to drug syndicates, money laundering schemes, and fraudulent corporate activities.

Cebu City steps up efforts to address disguised POGOs following DILG order

The Cebu City government has said that it is actively complying with the directive from Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary...

Philippines Senate Minority Leader warns government: stop helping illegal POGOs

A Senator in the Philippines has accused certain government officials of aiding individuals behind the now-prohibited Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs), helping them circumvent the ban by adopting deceptive strategies.

Authorities tackle emerging guerrilla scam operations as POGOs face full ban in the Philippines

The crackdown on Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) in the Philippines continues, but a troubling new development is complicating matters.

Daily Asia Gaming eBrief: Philippines President signs Executive Order banning POGOs

The hammer goes down. The Philippines has officially banned Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) with an Executive Order issued by the Presidential palace ordering for operations to be wound down by December 31st. Senator Risa Hontiveros has already warned that the order might hold significant loopholes as it did not explicitly include establishments outside the oversight of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR). Meanwhile, Maybank has attributed Genting Singapore’s disappointing third-quarter results to lower VIP gaming and higher bad debt.

Executive Order banning POGOs and offshore gaming issued by Presidential Palace

The Philippines’ president has officially issued Executive Order 74, banning the operation of offshore gaming operations in the country, with all operations to be wound up by December 31st.

Philippine Police pledge to end to all POGOs by year end

PNP Chief General Rommel Francisco Marbil reaffirmed the police force’s commitment to dismantle all illegal Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) hubs within the final two months of the year.

Relocating POGOs: Risks and considerations in a changing landscape

The ban on Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs), announced in July with immediate effect, has sent shockwaves through the gambling industry.

Chinese national re-kidnapped has ties to POGOs: PNP

A Chinese national who has been kidnapped yet again is believed to have ties to Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) hubs in the country.

Philippine Senator warns local government units: no tolerance for POGOs

Senator Sherwin Gatchalian has issued a warning to local government units (LGUs) in the Philippines, urging them to take note of the recent suspension of Porac, Pampanga officials by the Office of the Ombudsman.

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