Philippine Senate considers bills to ban or tighten online gambling
The Philippine Senate has discussed bills that would ban online gambling or impose tighter controls, while the central bank has asked e-wallet providers to remove links to domestic gambling sites. The PlaySafe Alliance criticised removing links for licensed operators, arguing it could push activity outside regulated payment channels; senators cited concerns about illegal operations and player protection.
The proposals and payment-link guidance could change how licensed operators reach customers and process online gambling payments in the Philippines.