PH highlights regulatory reforms at ICE Barcelona 2026

Wed | 01.21.2026 | 2:00 PM

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation emphasized the importance of robust and effective regulatory enforcement to sustain growth in the online gaming sector during a gathering of global industry leaders at ICE Barcelona 2026 in Spain.

PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco said the rapid expansion of digital gaming has reshaped the industry, erasing borders, accelerating innovation, and exposing regulatory gaps that traditional systems were not designed to manage.

“The greatest threat to both regulators and licensed operators is not higher standards,” Mr. Tengco told an international audience of regulators, policymakers, and industry stakeholders. “It is the continued presence of illegal and unregulated actors that undermines trust and distorts competition.”

Mr. Tengco cited the Philippines’ recent regulatory reset as an example of how jurisdictions must respond decisively to emerging risks.

He pointed to the government’s decision to ban Philippine Offshore Gaming Operations (POGOs), a policy fully enforced by the end of 2024, after offshore gaming was linked to criminal activities...

PAGCOR chief leads PMAAAI Leadership Center inauguration

Tue | 12.16.2025 | 3:00 PM

Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Alejandro H. Tengco led the blessing and inauguration of the Philippine Military Academy Alumni Association Inc. (PMAAAI) Center for Leadership and Excellence at Fort Bonifacio in Taguig on Tuesday, December 16.

The completion of the mid-rise, multipurpose facility worth P600 million marked a key milestone for the country’s premier military alumni organization. The center was funded by the Newport World Resorts Foundation which PAGCOR approved and supported in 2024.

The center will house the PMAAAI’s offices and will serve as a venue for leadership development, learning, and fellowship among PMA alumni...

PAGCOR chief refutes conflict-on-interest claims vs family’s construction firm

Thu | 12.11.2025 | 2:00 PM

Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation Chairman and CEO Alejandro Tengco today refuted allegations of conflict of interest in connection with the contracts won by his family’s construction firm from the government, saying he has no direct or indirect influence in the awarding of such public works contracts.

He also denied that the government contracts won by Nationstar Development Corporation...

PAGCOR enhances responsible gaming safeguards amid digital play growth

Wed | 12.10.2025 | 2:00 PM

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) said it has intensified its responsible gaming measures as the country’s digital gaming market continues to grow, Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco said Wednesday.

Speaking at the G2E Asia @ the Philippines 2025 in Pasay City, the PAGCOR chief said the new financial safeguards include the delinking of e-wallets and certain payment channels to strengthen integrity and player protection across the fast-growing online sector.

Mr. Tengco said the transition to tighter payment controls has prompted operators and players to recalibrate, resulting in softer revenues in the latter part of the third quarter of this year.

He said the measure is essential to improve traceability, reinforce anti-money laundering protections, and curb illicit financial activity.

“In recent months, most of you are aware that our industry has confronted severe headwinds,” he said. "These reforms inevitably have short-term impacts that are necessary because we cannot build a modern digital gaming ecosystem on foundations that do not fully meet global integrity and compliance standards...”

GCG cites PAGCOR for performance, sustainability

Thu | 12.04.2025 | 1:00 PM

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) earned two major honors at the Governance Commission for GOCCs (GCG) Awards Ceremony on Monday, December 1, reaffirming its status as one of the country’s leading GOCCs.

PAGCOR received a 99.92% score on its 2024 Performance Evaluation Scorecard and was also awarded the Sustainability Award for its “exemplary efforts in upholding sustainability values and best practices in corporate governance.”

PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco said that the recognitions reflect the agency’s progress...”

Stricter rules help shape a more responsible E-Games sector – PAGCOR

Thu | 11.27.2025 | 5:00 PM

The country’s E-Games and E-Bingo operators are navigating a difficult but necessary transition toward stricter safeguards and more transparent operations that help shape a more responsible industry, PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco said.

Speaking during a gathering of the Association of Independent Licensed Gaming and Amusement Operators, Inc. (AILGAO) in Muntinlupa City on Wednesday, Mr. Tengco acknowledged that recent reforms have prompted adjustments across the E-Games sector.

He cited in particular the mandatory de-linking of e-wallets from online gaming platforms which he said is intended to strengthen the credibility of legitimate operators while preventing potential harm on young and vulnerable players.

“You may be interested to know that in the third quarter of 2025, we recorded an industry GGR that was a bit lower than last year,” The PAGCOR chief said. “But this reflects an industry transitioning to stronger and safer practices.”

He noted that the E-Games and E-Bingo segment still grew 17.4 percent in the third quarter compared with the same period last year, but admitted that the de-linking policy triggered a temporary GGR decline in August and September.

PAGCOR donates more patient transport vehicles

Wed | 11.21.2025 | 2:00 PM

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) continued its support for local healthcare services with the turnover of 11 new Patient Transport Vehicles (PTVs) to local government units (LGUs) and institutions on Thursday, November 20, at the PAGCOR Corporate Office in Pasay City.

The latest batch of beneficiaries includes the municipalities of Pandi (Bulacan), Barbaza (Antique), Ipil (Zamboanga Sibugay), Lubao (Pampanga), Vintar and Piddig (Ilocos Norte), Claveria (Misamis Oriental), San Carlos City (Pangasinan) and Maasin City (Southern Leyte).

PAGCOR backs WSL Challenger Series to boost PH sports tourism

Wed | 11.19.2025 | 5:00 PM

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has expressed full support for the ongoing World Surf League (WSL) Challenger Series in Baler, Aurora for boosting sports tourism and the country’s position as a premier surfing destination.

PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco said the agency is proud to sponsor a global league that brings elite surfers to iconic waves across the world, including celebrated Philippine surfing sites such as Siargao, La Union and Baler.

PAGCOR allots Php32.85M relief goods for typhoon victims

Mon | 11.17.2025 | 2:30 PM

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has allocated Php32.85 million in assistance to families affected by Typhoon Tino and Super Typhoon Uwan which left widespread devastation in various parts of the country.

PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco said the agency utilized the amount to procure 31,500 relief packs containing food and non-food essentials for distribution to hard-hit provinces.

“Following the onslaught of Typhoon Tino in early November, we already turned over 15,000 relief packs worth Php14.78 million to the Office of Civil Defense...

PH 3rd quarter GGR flat at Php94.51B amid online gaming reforms

Tue | 11.11.2025 | 4:00 PM

The Philippine gaming industry posted Php94.51 billion in gross gaming revenues (GGR) in the third quarter of 2025, a slight dip from the Php94.61 billion a year earlier as the industry adjusts to online reforms and tighter rules on digital payments.

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) said the Electronic Games (E-Games) segment remained the strongest performer, rising 17.4% to Php41.95 billion from Php35.71 billion year-on-year.

“The figures reflect an industry that is adjusting to necessary safeguards,” he said.

“The delinking of e-wallets resulted in a short-term decline in activity toward the latter part of the quarter,” he said. “However, these measures are vital to protect players and ensure secure, transparent transactions.”

He also cautioned that while legitimate operators strictly comply with the new rules, illegal online gaming sites continue to expand aggressively, putting players at risk...

PHP13 Million up for grabs in PAGCOR's linked bingo event

Thu | 11.06.2025 | 02:00 PM

Bingo enthusiasts nationwide are in for an early holiday treat when the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) rolls out its “Big Time Bingo Milyonaryo” linked games on Sunday, December 7, with a total of Php13 million in tax-free prizes.

Hosted by Casino Filipino–Angeles, the much-anticipated simultaneous event will begin at 2 p.m. in participating Casino Filipino branches in Bacolod, Cebu, Fuente, Grand Regal, Ilocos Norte, Iloilo, Mactan, Malabon Grand, Olongapo, and Tagaytay, as well as in Okada Manila and Winford Resorts & Casino.

Each Php3,000 ticket entitles players to four bingo cards per game, valid for 10 games. Games 1 to 9 will award each Php1 million while Game 10 will feature a guaranteed Php3 million “must-go” jackpot prize.

For added excitement, a total of Php1 million in cash prizes will be given away during an additional local game to be held at participating sites...

PAGCOR net income up 49% to Php14.32B in first nine months of 2025

Mon | 11.03.2025 | 10:00 AM

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) today announced that its net income in the first three quarters of the year has reached Php14.32 billion, a 49% increase from the Php9.63 billion in the same period last year.

Total revenues from January to September was at Php84.09 billion, rising 5.87% year-on-year from Php79.43 billion. Gaming operations accounted for Php75.93 billion of the total revenues while other related services and other income contributed Php8.16 billion.

PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco said the strong revenue performance highlights the positive impact of the agency’s governance and modernization initiatives.

“Our financial performance is a clear reflection of PAGCOR’s renewed focus on governance, digital transformation, as well as sustainable and responsible gaming,” Mr. Tengco said.

PAGCOR inaugurates 50th multi-purpose center amid Taal unrest

Wed | 10.29.2025 | 9:00 AM

LAUREL, Batangas – The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) on Tuesday, October 28, inaugurated its 50th socio-civic center in this lakeside town with a restive Taal Volcano in the background, highlighting recurring challenges to residents and nearby communities.

The Php50 million facility in Barangay San Gregorio is designed to serve as both an evacuation site during disasters and as a venue for social and community activities...

PAGCOR celebrates Tabuena's historic win at I.S. Philippines

Mon | 10.27.2025 | 3:00 PM

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) proudly celebrates Filipino golf star Miguel Tabuena’s triumph at the inaugural International Series Philippines held from October 23 to 26 at the Sta. Elena Golf and Country Club in Sta. Rosa, Laguna.

Tabuena captured the country’s attention after firing a seven-under-par 65 in the last round for a 24-under 264 total, beating Japanese Kazuki Higa (65) and Yosuke Asaji (67) who tied at 21-under...

Integrated resorts power PH tourism comeback - PAGCOR

Sat | 10.25.2025 | 6:00 PM

Integrated resorts and casinos have emerged as key drivers of the Philippines’ tourism and economic resurgence, Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) Chairman and CEO Mr. Alejandro H. Tengco said on Friday, October 24.

Speaking during the Exceed Hospitality 2025 forum at SMX Aura in Taguig City, Mr. Tengco said integrated resorts have evolved into “dynamic lifestyle and business hubs” that are reshaping the country’s tourism landscape and creating new opportunities for growth. ..

PAGCOR donates ‘lifeline-on-wheels’ to 12 LGUs

Wed | 10.22.2025 | 11:00 AM

Twelve local government units (LGUs) across the country received a timely boost in emergency health services after receiving brand-new Patient Transport Vehicles (PTVs) from the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation on Tuesday, October 21.

The latest beneficiaries are the municipalities of Calumpit...

PAGCOR, NPC join forces to strengthen data privacy in gaming industry

Thu | 10.21.2025 | 5:00 PM

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) and the National Privacy Commission (NPC) have entered into a partnership aimed at bolstering data privacy protection and ensuring regulatory compliance across the country’s gaming sector.

The collaboration was formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed on Monday, October 20, at the PAGCOR Corporate Office in Pasay City.

Under the agreement, the two agencies will work together to address data privacy challenges, enhance stakeholder collaboration, and promote a secure and trusted gaming environment...

PAGCOR launches digital space for GAD

Thu | 10.16.2025 | 5:00 PM

PAGCOR proudly launched today its Gender and Development (GAD) Digital Corner dedicated to promoting gender equality, empowerment, inclusivity, and diversity within the organization and beyond.

The digital space features comprehensive GAD-related contents including the latest news...

PAGCOR, PCSO join hands to distribute Php141-M worth of PTVs nationwide

Wed | 10.15.2025 | 6:00 PM

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) strengthened its support for the government’s healthcare initiatives with its donation of Php141 million worth of Patient Transport Vehicles (PTVs) to the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) for distribution to beneficiaries all over the country.

The partnership of the two government agencies was sealed with the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) held at the PAGCOR Corporate Office in Pasay City on Wednesday, October 15, 2025.

The donation covers 70 fully equipped PTVs that will be distributed by PCSO to qualified local government units (LGUs) to improve access to emergency medical transport and healthcare services especially in far-flung and underserved areas...

DOF cites PAGCOR for P12-B dividend remittance to treasury

Wed | 10.08.2025 | 3:30 PM

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) was awarded a Certificate of Recognition by the Department of Finance (DOF) for its valuable contributions to the National Government, specifically through dividends remitted to the National Treasury amounting to Php12.7 billion in 2024.

The state gaming firm received the citation during the celebration of the 2025 Government-Owned or –Controlled Corporations’ (GOCCs) Day held at Malacañan Palace on September 16, 2025...

PAGCOR workers briefed on safe use of AI chat tool

Fri | 10.03.2025 | 9:00 AM

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) on Tuesday, September 30, conducted an agency-wide orientation on the responsible use of Microsoft Copilot with governance safeguards in observance of Development Policy Research Month (DPRM).

Anchored on this year’s theme, “Reimagining Governance in the Age of AI,” the online session underscored the need to embrace artificial intelligence responsibly to ensure...

Fight vs. illegal gambling gets boost with Php50M PAGCOR grant to NBI

Mon | 9.29.2025 | 5:30 PM

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) on Monday committed Php50 million in financial assistance to the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) to strengthen operations against illegal gaming, including the banned Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs).

The support was formalized through a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signed at the PAGCOR Corporate Office in Pasay City by PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco and NBI Director Jaime Santiago.

An initial Php25 million was immediately turned over by PAGCOR to the NBI, representing the first tranche of the total assistance, during the MOA signing...

PAGCOR donates Patient Transport Vehicles to nine LGUs

Wed | 9.24.2025 | 6:00 PM

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) today turned over nine Patient Transport Vehicles (PTVs) to various local government units (LGUs) to boost healthcare delivery in remote and disaster-affected areas.

The beneficiaries include the municipalities of Mataas na Kahoy (Batangas), Paniqui (Tarlac)...

PAGCOR Photography Contest 2025 grand winners bared

Tue | 9.23.2025 | 3:00 PM

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) announced on Tuesday, September 23, the 24 grand winners of its 2025 Photography Contest during an awards ceremony at the agency’s corporate office in Pasay City.

With the theme, “Infrastructure for Economic Development”, this year’s nationwide competition drew nearly 4,000 entries from amateur and professional photographers under the Conventional, Mobile, and Drone categories.

PAGCOR Exec: Evolving technologies pose threats to legal gaming industry

Thu | 9.15.2025 | 2:00 PM

An official of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) said the local gaming industry must recognize that technological advances are fueling an unstable environment where illegal operators can thrive while legitimate businesses struggle.

Speaking at the inaugural Asia-Pacific Regulators’ Forum on Thursday, September 11, at the Newport World Resorts, PAGCOR Vice President for Human Resource and Development Group Dr. Angelito Domingo said a three-pronged gaming education framework can help address the problem.

“There are three forces – technology as the tool, the criminal divide as the motive, and social impact as the public outcry – that create a perfect storm which threatens the integrity of the legal gaming industry,” he said.

Dr. Domingo said PAGCOR is currently implementing a gaming education framework focused on player education, operator training, and public outreach to counter growing social concerns associated with illegal online gambling.

“This framework envisions stronger collaboration among gaming and financial regulators, licensed operators, law enforcement, non-government organizations, the community, and the players themselves,” he said.

Dr. Domingo noted that the exponential rise of online gaming in the Philippines is driven by the accessibility of technology and Filipinos’ heavy reliance on mobile devices.

Digital gaming disruption tackled in 1st AsPac Regulators’ Forum

Thu | 9.11.2025 | 5:00 PM

Regulators from across the Asia-Pacific region underscored the need to adapt to digital disruption in the gaming industry during the first-ever Regulators’ Forum held in Manila on Thursday, September 11.

In her keynote address, Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) President and COO Wilma Eisma said that while gaming jurisdictions across the region vary in size and maturity, they share common challenges such as cross-border transactions, rapid digitalization, and balancing economic benefits with social responsibility.

“In the Philippines, electronic gaming has become a significant growth driver and PAGCOR has responded with initiatives that ensure accountability, security, and consumer protection while allowing the industry to thrive responsibly,” Ms. Eisma said.

However, she said that digitalization, remote gaming, and emerging platforms are testing the limits of traditional oversight models.

“By exchanging best practices, aligning responsible standards, and keeping pace with innovation, we can ensure that the region’s gaming industry grows not just in size but in trust, resilience, and sustainability,” she said.

Ms. Eisma said PAGCOR has introduced reforms such as stricter advertising rules, stronger financial safeguards, and expanded responsible gaming programs but noted that the greater challenge lies in keeping pace with the rapid evolution of online and remote gaming.

Amid robust gaming growth, PAGCOR to push through with decoupling plans

Tue | 9.09.2025 | 6:00 PM

The Philippine gaming industry is on track for another record year in 2025 with gross gaming revenues (GGR) nearly doubling in the last two years, the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) said today.

Speaking at the Inside Asian Gaming (IAG) Summit 2025 at Newport World Resorts, PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco also reiterated the agency’s plans to decouple PAGCOR’s commercial operations from its regulatory functions.

Mr. Tengco said industry GGR climbed from US$3.75 billion in 2022 to US$6.5 billion in 2024, while in the first half of this year, the number has already reached US$3.8 billion – keeping the sector on track to achieve its US$7 billion full-year target for 2025.

PAGCOR’s own revenues in the first semester meanwhile reached US$1 billion.

“These numbers affirm the Philippines’ place as one of the fastest-growing and most important gaming markets in Asia,” Mr. Tengco said, emphasizing that reforms have been made to make sure that growth is both sustainable and responsible...

PAGCOR chief welcomes, recognizes new employees'union

Tue | 9.09.2025 | 5:00 PM

Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco met with the newly elected officials of the PAGCOR Employees’ Association at the agency’s corporate offices in Pasay City on Monday, September 8.

Chairman Tengco said he recognizes PAGCEA as the legitimate representative of PAGCOR workers and expressed willingness to work with the group to promote and protect the welfare of employees...

PAGCOR chief pushes for stricter regulation, not online gaming ban

Mon | 9.08.2025 | 4:00 PM

Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco on Monday, September 8, pushed for stricter regulations for online gaming instead of an outright ban, saying that prohibition would only encourage illegal operations and deprive the government of needed revenues.

Speaking before industry stakeholders at the Light & Wonder iGaming Symposium at Newport World Resorts in Pasay City, Mr. Tengco said reforms implemented by PAGCOR — including reductions in license fee rates — has spurred robust growth in the electronic gaming sector.

From Php58.16 billion in 2023, gross gaming revenues (GGR) from Electronic Games climbed to Php154.51 billion in 2024 which accounted for nearly half of the industry’s Php372.33 billion GGR.

In the first half of 2025 alone, the sector contributed Php114.83 billion, surpassing revenues from land-based operations and boosting PAGCOR’s total revenues to Php59 billion...

PAGCOR donates more PTVs to underserved communities

Thu | 9.04.2025 | 4:00 PM

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) on Wednesday, September 3, turned over seven new Patient Transport Vehicles (PTVs) to local government units across the country in support of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s thrust to strengthen emergency medical services in at-risk and underserved communities.

The latest PTV beneficiaries include Las Piñas City and the municipalities of Tacloban (Leyte), Busuanga (Palawan), San Manuel (Tarlac), Mexico (Pampanga), Kibawe (Bukidnon), and Indang (Cavite).

PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco, who led the ceremonial turnover at the agency’s corporate office in Pasay, said the initiative is part of PAGCOR’s continuing commitment to improve healthcare...

PAGCOR: Online Gaming fuels nation-building, but illegal sites pose risks

Wed | 9.03.2025 | 5:00 PM

Online gaming has emerged as one of the government’s biggest revenue drivers this year, the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) said today, even as it raised alarm over unregulated sites preying on Filipino players.

In a report to the House Committee on Games and Amusements, PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco said the licensed online gaming sector earned Php69 billion in license fees from January to July this year alone...

PAGCOR says hacked NDRP not a list of addicted gamblers

Tue | 9.02.2025 | 4:30 PM

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation today clarified that its National Database of Restricted Persons or NDRP is not a list of gambling addicts but a compilation of names of people who are not allowed to gamble such as government officials.

The state gaming regulator also said the hacked list did not come from the PAGCOR website but was likely obtained from one of its gaming licensees who have access to the NDRP so that they can screen and prevent restricted persons from gambling...

Ad Standards Council honors PAGCOR Chief

Sat | 8.27.2025 | 6:00 PM

The Ad Standards Council (ASC) today recognized Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco for his leadership in promoting responsible advertising in the gaming industry during the council’s Patas na Patalastas Summit in Makati City.

In accepting the Plaque of Appreciation from the ASC, Mr. Tengco said the honor was not only for him but also for the men and women of PAGCOR who remain committed to fairness, truth, and accountability in discharging their responsibilities...

PAGCOR’s aid to storm-hit communities reaches Php67M

Sat | 8.02.2025 | 6:00 PM

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has extended more than Php67 million worth of relief assistance to communities severely affected by the successive storms and widespread flooding that struck Luzon in July.

The ongoing relief missions have benefitted more than 74,000 families in Metro Manila and Luzon who received food and non-food packs containing essentials like rice, canned goods, noodles and coffee as well as hygiene kits and sleeping mats.

PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco said...

PAGCOR 1H revenues hit Php59B; Philhealth gets Php12.7B

Wed | 7.30.2025 | 3:00 PM

The country’s record Php214.8 billion in gross gaming revenues (GGR) in the first half of the year also pushed the earnings of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) to Php59 billion, up 14% from Php51.8 billion year-on-year.

Consequently, the strong revenue stream enabled the agency to increase its contributions to nation-building to Php38.1 billion, up 20% from the Php31.8 billion CNB in the same period last year, according to PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco.

“Of our total CNB, Php25.36 billion was remitted to the National Treasury as the mandated government share,” the PAGCOR chief said.

Philippine GGR hits Php215B in H1; E-Games take 53% share

Tue | 7.29.2025 | 6:00 PM

The Philippine gaming industry maintained its strong performance in the first half of 2025 with gross gaming revenues (GGR) reaching Php214.75 billion – up 26% from Php171 billion in the same period last year, the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) said.

The Electronic Games sector – composed of E-Games, E-Bingo, and Bingo grantees – continued to pace the industry with Php114.83 billion in gross revenues or 53.47% of total GGR, said PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro H Tengco.

Licensed casinos – comprised of integrated resorts and brick-and-mortar casinos in Metro Manila, Clark, Cebu, La Union and Rizal – also remained a significant revenue driver, contributing Php93.36 billion or 43.47% of the industry GGR.

Meanwhile, PAGCOR-operated casinos added Php6.56 billion, representing 3.06% of the overall industry performance...

PAGCOR sends Php30M in relief aid to storm-hit families

Sat | 7.26.2025 | 6:00 PM

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has released over Php30.41 million worth of food and non-food aid to communities devastated by the recent onslaught of heavy rains and floods in the country.

The state gaming agency reported that as of Saturday, July 26, a total of 33,250 relief packs consisting of 17,000 food packs and 16,250 non-food items have been released...

Integrated Resorts’ 1H GGR hits Php93.36-B GGR, PAGCOR says

Thu | 07.24.2025 | 5:00 PM

The country’s integrated resort casinos generated Php93.36 billion in gross gaming revenues (GGR) in the first half of 2025 to sustain the momentum of the local tourism and gaming sectors, according to the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR).

In his welcome address at the Philippine Hotel Connect 2025 on Thursday, July 24, PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco said the country’s IR casinos accounted for nearly half of the local gaming industry’s total GGR of Php215 billion from January to June this year.

“Of the Php93.36 billion generated by the integrated resort casinos, Php16 billion was paid to PAGCOR as license fees, ensuring funding for government social services and driving the country’s economic growth,” Chairman Tengco said.

The PAGCOR chief noted that aside from contributing to government revenues, integrated resort casinos also helped position the Philippines as a competitive tourism destination...

More Patient Transport Vehicles donated to military units, LGU

Thu | 07.17.2025 | 1:30 PM

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) turned over five Patient Transport Vehicles (PTVs) to select military units and a local government unit on Tuesday, July 16, in line with the order of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to enhance emergency medical services in underserved and high-risk areas.

The newest PTV recipients were the Municipality of Liliw in Laguna; the Army’s 7th Infantry Division, Light Reaction Regiment and Fort Magsaysay Army Station Hospital, all based in Nueva Ecija; and the Headquarters Force Reconnaissance Group of the Philippine Marines in Ternate, Cavite...

PAGCOR, Ad Standards Council ink MOU to regulate gambling ads

Wed | 07.16.2025 | 6:30 PM

After nine months of consultations, the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) and the Ad Standards Council (ASC) signed today, July 16, a Memorandum of Understanding for the regulation and pre-screening of gambling-related advertisements across all media platforms.

PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco and ASC Chairperson Golda Roldan led the signing ceremony...

PAGCOR ORDERS TAKEDOWN OF GAMBLING BILLBOARDS

Fri | 07.11.2025 | 1:30 PM

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has ordered the immediate dismantling of all billboards and out-of-home (OOH) gambling advertisements in its intensified efforts to regulate gambling-related promotions in public spaces.

In a memorandum issued on July 7, PAGCOR directed all licensees, suppliers, system administrators, and gaming venue operators to take down gambling ad materials, including those displayed on trains, buses, jeepneys, and taxis.

PAGCOR donates emergency vehicles to five new beneficiaries

Thu | 7.10.2025 | 2:00 PM

In support of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s program to provide all local government units with patient transport vehicles or PTVs, the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation on Wednesday turned over such vehicles to five more LGUs and institutions.

The latest recipients include the municipality of Benito Soliven in Isabela; San Pedro City in Laguna; the Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP); Ospital ng Parañaque; and the Joint Task Force Unit Ilocos (JTUI) Headquarters.

PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco said the donation aims to strengthen the medical and disaster-response capabilities of local government units, public institutions, and security forces as advocated by President Marcos.

PH responders to Myanmar quake get Php6.9-M from PAGCOR

Mon | 7.7.2025 | 2:00 PM

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) gave Php6.9 million in cash incentives to members of the Philippine Inter-Agency Humanitarian Contingent (PIAHC) and Philippine Air Force personnel who were deployed to Myanmar following the magnitude 7.7 earthquake that hit the country last March 28.

During a ceremonial turnover held on Friday, July 4, at Camp General Emilio Aguinaldo in Quezon City, each of the 138 responders received Php50,000 in recognition of their role in the 12-day humanitarian and search-and-rescue mission.

PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro Tengco said the agency will always be ready to support the country’s humanitarian missions overseas.

“We honor not just your bravery, but the compassion that defines Filipino humanitarian missions,” he said. “We will always support efforts that reflect the best of who we are as a people: resilient, selfless, and ready to help those in need wherever they may be”.

PAGCOR gives Php50M to BI for repatriation of illegal POGO workers

Tue | 7.1.2025 | 9:00 AM

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has approved a Php50 million grant to the Bureau of Immigration (BI) to fund the ongoing deportation of foreign workers employed by illegal offshore gaming operators in the country.

The funding was formalized through a Memorandum of Agreement signed on Monday, June 30, at the PAGCOR Executive Office in Pasay City. The amount will be released in two tranches of Php25 million each...

LGUs, state university get Php20-M emergency vehicles from PAGCOR

Mon | 6.30.2025 | 10:00 AM

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation on Thursday, June 26, turned over ten Patient Transport Vehicles (PTVs) worth Php20 million to several local government units and a state university to enhance their emergency medical services.

During the turnover ceremony at the PAGCOR Corporate Office in Pasay City, six PTVs ...

QMMC BOOSTS NEONATAL CARE WITH PHP6.75-MILLION GRANT FROM PAGCOR

Tue | 6.24.2025 | 10:00 AM

The Quirino Memorial Medical Center (QMMC) is set to strengthen its neonatal services following a Php6.75-million donation from the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) for the procurement of five state-of-the-art neonatal incubators.

The donation, formally turned over on Monday, June 23, was facilitated through the efforts of Quezon City 3rd District Representative Franz Pumaren, ...

PAGCOR GIVES PHP100-M FOR ILOCOS NORTE SPORTS INSTITUTE AND RESEARCH

Tue | 6.23.2025 | 3:00 PM

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has awarded a P100-million grant to the Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte on Friday, June 20, for the construction of a world-class sports and research facility.

PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco emphasized the long-term benefits of the project which aims to help discover homegrown athletic talent and advance grassroots sports development in the Ilocos region.

“This project will not only uplift our athletes but will also inspire future generations and strengthen Ilocos Norte’s capacity to craft sustainable world-class sports programs,” Mr. Tengco said.

The grant will partially finance the Ilocos Norte Sports Institute and Research (INSPIRE) Training Development Center and Dormitory, a flagship project with a total cost of Php400 million.

PAGCOR Guarantee subsite launched to fight illegal online games

Tue | 6.18.2025 | 2:00 PM

In a bid to crack down on illegal online games and bolster player protection, the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) today, June 18, launched its “PAGCOR Guarantee” website where the public can check the legitimacy of online gaming providers.

The initiative aims to provide a transparent and reliable reference for players and stakeholders amid the proliferation of fraudulent online gaming sites.

“This new website will help our players easily identify and verify whether the online gaming sites are duly licensed before playing or making any payments,” said PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco.

“By providing the public with a quick and accessible way to check a site’s legitimacy, we are empowering them to make informed decisions and avoid falling victim to fraudsters and scammers,” Mr. Tengco said.

PAGCOR donates Php16M worth of Patient Transport Vehicles to eight LGUs

Tue | 6.12.2025 | 8:00 AM

To help strengthen healthcare delivery in underserved and remote communities, the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) turned over on Wednesday, June 10, Patient Transport Vehicles (PTVs) worth Php16.20 million to eight local government units (LGUs) in Luzon.

The beneficiary LGUs include Rosario and Cuenca in Batangas; San Mateo in Isabela; Pola in Oriental Mindoro; and the municipalities of Dumaran, Brooke’s Point, Magsaysay, and Coron in Palawan.

PAGCOR chief leads launch of 2nd phase of PMAAAI facility construction

Tue | 6.11.2025 | 10:00 AM

Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco on Tuesday, June 10, led the ceremonial launch of the second phase of construction for the Philippine Military Academy Alumni Association, Inc. (PMAAAI) building at Fort Andres Bonifacio in Taguig City.

The six-story facility, envisioned as the PMAAAI’s future Center for Leadership Excellence, has a funding support of Php600 million from Newport World Resorts Foundation, the corporate social responsibility arm of one of PAGCOR’s licensed integrated resorts.