Philippine online gambling giant DigiPlus Interactive Corp. is accelerating the migration of users to its own platform under the impact of the "break chain" policy for e-wallets. The company revealed that since the implementation of the policy at the end of 2025, more than half of the users have completed the migration, maintaining core business growth and stability through its own payment system and user system. Simply put, third-party payment channels are blocked, and their own platform has become a "lifesaver". Want to know the latest transformation trends in the Philippine gambling industry? PASA official website continues to track.
E-wallet restrictions, self-built platform becomes "spare tire" turned official
DigiPlus President stated that after e-wallets like Maya, GCash could no longer be directly accessed, user payment convenience was significantly impacted. The company quickly adjusted its strategy, not only promoting user migration to its own system but also increasing the maintenance of VIP and high-value users. Offline payment channels were expanded simultaneously, including self-service terminals (Pay&Go), counter payments (Bayad), and direct-operated outlets. The platform also introduced an AI recommendation system and a wealth of new game content, aiming to maintain competitiveness in user experience. Behind this series of measures is a clear signal from regulators: in the future, gambling platforms must reduce dependence on third-party payments, and strengthen compliance and transparency of funds flow.
Offline channels + AI recommendation, dual approach to stabilize users
Facing the challenge of ineffective e-wallets, DigiPlus has made offline payments an important supplement. The expansion of self-service terminals, counter payments, and direct-operated outlets provides users with more flexible recharge options. At the same time, the introduction of an AI recommendation system and the launch of new game content aim to enhance user experience and prevent user loss due to inconvenient payments. From a performance perspective, the total revenue in 2025 increased by 12% to 84.2 billion pesos, but net profit remained around 12.6 billion pesos, showing that while revenue grew, profit margins were under pressure. Industry analysis believes that although the policy adjustment did not immediately affect profitability, it has disrupted the industry's growth rhythm.
Strategic focus shift: from "scale expansion" to "deep cultivation of core users"
The strategic focus of DigiPlus has shifted from "scale expansion" to "deep cultivation of core users". Industry analysis points out that the ability to successfully establish its own payment and user system will become a key watershed in the competition of future gambling platforms. In the context of continuous tightening of regulations, those operators who can operate independently of third-party payments and build a complete user ecosystem are more likely to stand firm in the reshuffle. Want to know the latest transformation trends in the Philippine gambling industry? PASA official website continues to track.
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