According to the latest data from the Botswana Gambling Authority, the total monthly betting amount in the country has reached 150 million Pula, with over 220,000 participants, indicating a rapid expansion of the gambling industry, especially online sports betting nationwide. However, behind the boo
The Philippine online gambling industry is facing an unprecedented impact. Alejandro Tengco, the chairman and CEO of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), revealed in the latest budget review that the national online gambling transaction volume has plummeted by 50% since the cent
Philippine Senator Migz Zubiri issued a stern warning at the Senate Committee on Gaming and Entertainment meeting, stating that online gambling could lead to more crimes and social issues than Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs).Zubiri stated, "Online gambling could lead to more deaths and
The Philippine Senate has recently conducted intensive inquiries into the ownership issues of both online and physical gaming platforms, demanding that the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (Pagcor) submit a list of company names and actual beneficiaries of all licensed gaming platforms.D
The Philippine gaming regulatory body PAGCOR released data on July 29th, showing that the national gaming revenue reached 214.75 billion pesos (approximately 3.75 billion US dollars) in the first half of 2025, a 26% increase year-over-year, setting a new historical high. Among them, online gaming (e
Facing financial pressures, the Philippine government is turning its attention to the rapidly growing online gambling industry. Finance Minister Ralph Recto recently revealed that the Department of Finance is pushing a new bill that aims to tax online gambling platforms, which could pass through Con
The Philippine gaming regulatory body Pagcor has announced that the revenue from online gambling (e-gaming) in the first quarter of 2025 continued to surge, reaching 51.39 billion PHP, accounting for 28% of the total gaming revenue—online revenue has nearly reached the total annual amount of 2023, b
Alejandro Tengco, Chairman and CEO of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), has publicly stated his firm opposition to the congressional proposal for a "total ban on online gambling." He emphasized that online gambling has become a crucial pillar of the Philippine economy, and a
The Philippine online gambling industry continues to develop, with domestic gambling operators (PIGO) striving to bridge the gap between physical and digital channels to fully unleash brand potential. Veteran in the gambling industry, Joe Pisano, noted that although online channels have broken geogr
Philippine local gambling operators (PIGO) are currently in a crucial transition period from traditional offline operations to online expansion.In an interview with AGB, Joe Pisano, CEO of Jade Entertainment, pointed out that PIGO operators must integrate offline resources with online platforms, us
In the context of addressing global organized crime, the Isle of Man government has actively responded to the "National Risk Appetite Statement" (NRAS), emphasizing that while ensuring judicial transparency and market compliance, it will continue to maintain an open attitude towards legal and reputa
The casino business is no longer just about winning or losing at the tables. In today's global gambling industry, a single game might involve real estate development, international tax planning, AI risk control algorithms, and even strategic games at the national level.From offline to online, from L
In the world of Asian gambling games, "Fish-Prawn-Crab" (also known as Hoo Hey How or Crown and Anchor) is a classic dice game that transcends generations and regions with its straightforward gameplay and deep cultural roots.Today, with the rise of digital entertainment, this traditional game is und
In the trend of liberalizing the gambling market in most European countries, Luxembourg insists on a state-led and strictly regulated route. Despite the limited market size, the country has achieved steady growth in gambling revenue through the stable operation of the national lottery and the only c
As a model of the global gambling regulatory system, the Macao Special Administrative Region has established an online gambling management framework known as "copper walls and iron barriers" through a "law-technology-ethics" trinity regulatory network. Its regulatory system not only reflects strateg
I. Group OverviewNew Hong Lok Group, headquartered in Southeast Asia, is a comprehensive enterprise group covering entertainment industry, hotel management, real estate development, financial investment, and digital technology among other fields. In recent years, the group has rapidly emerged in th
