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PAGCOR plans app to help identify unlicensed gambling sites in the Philippines

Enforcement & compliance

PAGCOR says it plans to launch an app before the end of this year to help players identify licensed gambling sites and address illegal online gambling in the Philippines. Chief executive Alejandro H. Tengco said the app will extend the PAGCOR Guarantee portal. PAGCOR also says it is working with the information and communications technology department on action against illegal operators and their payment channels.

The app is intended to direct players towards gambling platforms licensed by PAGCOR.

Earlier fines and penalties by PAGCOR

DateCompanyAmountStoryAppeal status
World Platinum Technologies, Century EntertainmentNot statedPAGCOR confirms World Platinum Technologies accreditation cancellationNot stated
Not namedNot statedCIDG arrests 13 in raid on alleged illegal online gambling operation in MuntinlupaNot stated

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PAGCOR targets December 2026 launch of app against illegal online gambling

PAGCOR aims to launch a mobile application in December 2026 that will help players identify authorised online gaming platforms, the regulator said. Its board approved the development on 8 October, including a proposed partnership with Development Bank of the Philippines Data Center, Inc. to build, host and maintain the platform at no cost to PAGCOR. A six-month evaluation of a minimum viable product will precede wider rollout.

PAGCOR plans to launch a mobile application in December 2026 that will help players identify authorised online gaming platforms and avoid illegal gambling sites. The regulator's board approved the development and implementation of the application on 8 October, including a proposed partnership with Development Bank of the Philippines Data Center, Inc. (DCI).

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