Good Morning. Decisions, decisions, decisions. DigiPlus Interactive Corp. indicated it is evaluating potential acquisitions, including City of Dreams Manila, amid regulatory challenges in the Philippine online gaming sector, while maintaining strong financial growth and pursuing international expansion. In Macau, gaming-related criminal investigation cases jumped by 66.8 percent in the first half of 2025 from the previous year due to the criminalization of so-called illegal money exchangers under the city’s anti-illegal gambling law. Meanwhile, International Entertainment is expected to report a larger annual loss due to higher expenses associated with its casino operations in Manila.
What you need to know
- DigiPlus confirms no deal is finalized but continues to assess acquisitions, following reports of a potential City of Dreams Manila buy.
- Macau gaming crimes surge 66.8% to 1,139 cases in 1H25, driven by illegal currency exchange, while arrests of money exchangers plummet.
- International Entertainment Corp said it expects to post a wider annual loss, citing higher expenses linked to its casino operations in Manila.
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DigiPlus evaluates acquisitions amid online gaming pressures
DigiPlus Interactive Corp. is exploring potential acquisitions, including the City of Dreams Manila from Melco Resorts & Entertainment, amid regulatory uncertainties affecting the online gaming sector in the Philippines. The company clarified that no definitive agreements have been made yet, despite reports of advanced negotiations. DigiPlus is considering acquisitions to diversify beyond its digital platforms, particularly as political pressure mounts on the online gaming industry.
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