Good morning. The key question surrounding a proposed gambling advertising ban is not only which ads would disappear, but which operators would remain visible. Philippine gaming lawyers warn that the proposals could restrict licensed operators’ advertising, while offshore sites continue reaching players through private channels. They say that imbalance could reverse recent gains in steering players toward regulated operators. In South Korea, Paradise Co. posted record August casino revenue of $76.9 million despite virtually unchanged VIP traffic. In Macau, the gaming regulator says junkets and concessionaires have distinct, cooperative roles rather than a competitive relationship.
What you need to know
- A proposed gambling ad ban may silence licensed operators without stopping offshore platforms from reaching Filipino players.
- Paradise Co. posted record August casino revenue of $76.9 million on stronger table hold despite near-flat VIP traffic.
- Macau’s gaming regulator rejects claims that concessionaires’ direct VIP operations unfairly compete with licensed junkets.
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AGB Intelligence
PHILIPPINES
Philippine gambling ad ban faces offshore enforcement gap
A proposed Philippine ban on gambling advertising could silence licensed operators without preventing illegal offshore platforms from promoting to local players, according to gaming lawyers Russell Stanley Geronimo and Tonet Quiogue. While national legislation would reach advertisers, agencies, publishers and influencers beyond PAGCOR’s regulatory system, overseas enforcement would remain difficult. The lawyers warned that restricting visible legal brands could redirect players toward unregulated sites that continue marketing through SMS, private messaging, programmatic advertising and affiliate networks.
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