The Philippine gaming industry generated PHP87.60 billion in the first quarter of 2026, down 15.9% year on year, according to PAGCOR. Electronic gaming revenue fell 22.4% to PHP39.90 billion, while commercial casinos recorded PHP44.52 billion.
Operators and investors can see electronic gaming’s decline alongside the industry’s lower quarterly revenue.
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PAGCOR will require four integrated resorts in Manila's Entertainment City to begin converting gaming tables to smart-table technology from 1 January 2027. Chairman and CEO Alejandro Tengco said the initial requirement covers City of Dreams Manila, Okada Manila, Newport World Resorts and Solaire Resort Entertainment City, with baccarat tables first; the deadline is to start conversion, not complete it.
Reportedly, PAGCOR chairman Alejandro Tengco wants an online gaming law enacted during his term. He discussed the goal in an interview at the IAG EXPO.
Reportedly, PAGCOR’s Alejandro Tengco provided an update on separating its regulatory and operating roles. The outlet covered the subject in the opening instalment of a four-part video interview.
Philippine gambling revenue fell 20% to P88bn in the second quarter, according to figures presented at the Inside Asian Gaming Academy Summit. PAGCOR chairman Alejandro Tengco said technology creates opportunities as well as regulatory challenges; the regulator is considering separating its regulatory and commercial functions and has introduced online licence verification measures.
PAGCOR chairman and chief executive Alejandro Tengco said the regulator must adapt its framework as the Philippine gaming industry changes. Tengco called for ongoing assessment of how the agency fulfils its regulatory responsibilities.