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Philippines weighs online gaming rules that could favour diversified operators

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The Philippines is considering legislative and tax changes for online gaming, with proposed measures including daily spending caps, due diligence requirements and time limits. An unnamed expert said operators with broader portfolios and greater resources would be better placed to adapt; an outright ban has also been proposed, which the expert said could push players towards illegal operators.

Proposed spending caps and due diligence requirements could affect operators’ compliance needs and market position.

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Japan’s National Police Agency proposes 30% pachinko machine fee cut

Japan’s National Police Agency has proposed reducing standard approval fees for pachinko and pachislot machines by about 30%, with revised rates due to take effect on 1 April 2027 if approved. The certification fee for an already type-tested model would fall from JPY4,340 to JPY3,030, while testing requirements would remain unchanged.

Japan’s National Police Agency has proposed reducing standard approval fees for pachinko and pachislot machines by around 30%.

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