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PAGCOR Opposes Online Gambling Ban Amid Pressure to Criminalise the Industry

PAGCOR, the Philippine gaming regulator, has opposed a proposed ban on online gambling, despite mounting nationwide calls to criminalise it over soaring numbers of addiction, debt and mental health cases.
The online gambling sector in the Philippines has been growing exponentially, with gross revenues jumping from $140M in 2022 to $2.4B in 2024, according to Senate Committee on Games and Amusement data.
The committee held a hearing last week, highlighting the human cost of the industry, with its members demanding to outlaw it, saying the country was facing a full-blown public health and social crisis.
Sen. Erwin Tulfo, who led the hearing on online gambling, warned that “as long as online gambling exists, we are breeding the next generation of addicts, debtors, and broken families.”
He called for a ban and to “prosecute not only the operators, but also the enablers — in the government and in the private sector — who profit from this misery.”
PAGCOR, which is both an operator and regulator, said it “is not in favor of a total ban and instead advocates for stricter regulation.”
The regulator said that illegal operators are the real problem.
“Unfortunately, many of these unregulated online operators are based overseas who target Filipinos, most of whom do not realize that the sites they are playing on are not licensed by PAGCOR. This is where problems arise, especially regarding age restrictions.”
But a survey cited by senators indicates that age was not the main issue. It indicated that 66% of Filipinos aged 18 to 40, and 57% of those aged 41 to 55 were engaged in online gambling. Nearly a third bet multiple times a week, some wagering up to $53 per session.
Majority Leader Joel Villanueva warned online gambling is a “growing national crisis” in the Philippines.
“People are not just risking their hard-earned money. They are putting their futures, families, and lives on the line. The lure of instant wealth has already led many down a path of addiction, debt, and despair,” he said.
“Online gambling is not just a matter of financial loss. It is strongly associated with serious mental and physical health issues, broken relationships, family conflict, increased cases of domestic violence and suicide, crime against persons and property, and ultimately, the erosion of opportunities and dignity in the lives of many Filipinos.”
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Amusnet Releases 7 Fire Dice

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Asia Gaming Awards 2025
Spintec Showcases Award-winning Solutions and Innovations at G2E Las Vegas

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It was an honour for Spintec to exhibit at G2E Las Vegas this year, after being recognised with multiple honours across the world, including Best Performing ETG Product in LATAM and Western Europe (Eilers, 2025) and Best Electronic Table Game Solution at the Asia Gaming Awards 2025.
At G2E 2025, Spintec presented an exhaustive portfolio of products that have accrued so many awards: from different games and experiences to a surprising range of settings in the Charisma Series.
The solution that garnered the most attention was the Charisma Amphitheater that can accommodate a large number of players. They can share the same dynamic, multigame experience, enjoying Roulette, Sic Bo, Craps, Blackjack, or Baccarat across automated, virtual and live platforms. The action is constant and thrilling, not just because of the varied and exciting games, but also because of the expanded side bets, jackpots and simultaneous gameplay options.
This layout fosters a vibrant, tournament-ready atmosphere that is always a lot of fun. However, at G2E, Spintec showed that it can be upgraded even further with their latest innovation: the Spintec Tournament Experience. It comes with a visually striking LED-driven environment with real-time stats, live visuals and dynamic leaderboards that are designed to keep players immersed and energised.
At the other end of the spectrum are the circumstances where individual play is much preferred to a shared experience. In those, Charisma SVM (Stand-Alone Virtual Machine) is a perfect solution. It combines five table games into a sleek, space-efficient cabinet for individual players. It is designed for flexibility and fast play, allowing extremely smooth game transitions. It is compact yet powerful and delivers unmatched versatility for casinos of any size.
Visitors at G2E also got to experience two absolute rising stars from the Spintec portfolio. Galactic Spin, Spintec’s flagship game, is quickly becoming one of their most interesting introductions. It is a GLI-certified roulette-style innovation that amplifies excitement through free spins, multipliers and a three-level Galactic Jackpot, one of the most advanced and engaging progressive roulette systems worldwide.
The other undisputed star and a global bestseller from Spintec’s lineup is the Charisma Roulette with eight play stations. Its popularity comes from innovations such as Galactic Spin Roulette, Lucky Number Jackpot and HotSpot Roulette, which are all extremely reliable revenue drivers. The setting also offers exceptional visibility of the wheel from every seat with an elegant design enhanced by LED illumination and dual-sided animated signage.
The visitors at the G2E Las Vegas also very much enjoyed the Baccarat and Craps setups. The Charisma Baccarat with five play stations showed authentic gameplay through its market-tailored squeeze feature and a variety of side bets with payouts up to 48x, including some exclusive side bet options unique to Spintec. The other solution that also invited a lot of attention was the Charisma Craps technology. It exhibited extremely smooth gameplay with exciting dice rolls and fast, accurate number reading, maintaining the thrill of traditional craps while enhancing efficiency. A standout element is the Shooter Button, a fun and interactive feature that assigns the shooter role in accordance with authentic live game rules. Charisma Craps also incorporates a proprietary solution that guarantees clean, fair rolls by preventing dice from becoming cocked or landing on top of each other.
All of Spintec’s solutions are extremely customisable with premium finishes, and a design that fits any casino floor.
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Astromania Casino
Astromania Casino Announces International Launch Across Multiple Markets

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The international iGaming market is growing with the opening of Astromania Casino. The new platform will be a complete online casino and sportsbook, with a regulated and technologically enhanced platform available to players across multiple regulated international markets.
In the early phases, Astromania will target multiple regulated markets as a multi-geo brand. The project demonstrates a strategic desire to enter competitive, highly regulated markets with a product that is supposed to be of the highest standards of transparency and operational stability.
Astromania Casino provides an efficient and transparent platform that is developed on trust. It has more than 6000 games with international providers and a full sportsbook with all major sports.
“Astromania was created as a platform that prioritises performance, security, and fairness. Our objective is to provide users with an efficient, regulated product supported by transparent processes and dependable technology,” said the chief Executive Officer of Astromania.
The platform adapts to each region’s language, currency and regulatory standards. Payment methods cover cards, e-wallets, bank transfers and crypto, with regional options like GiroPay, PayID and Paysafecard.
All financial operations are protected through SSL encryption, real-time monitoring and AML/KYC verification in full compliance with European regulatory standards.
Astromania incorporates a comprehensive responsible gaming system designed to maintain player control and security. Users can configure individual deposit and time limits, apply self-exclusion measures and access multilingual support around the clock. Behavioural analytics tools allow the platform to detect and respond to irregular gaming patterns, reinforcing player protection.
“Compliance and responsibility are integral to Astromania’s operation. Our mission is to ensure that entertainment is delivered within a framework of safety and accountability,” said the Compliance Director.
Scalable cloud architecture is the technological basis of Astromania, which allows another cloud to run all of the performance without issues in the busiest periods. The modular design of the platform enables the quick adaptation to new regulatory settings and market-specific demands. The company is expanding across regulated regions, focusing on localised content and payment integrations for each market.
The company’s roadmap includes the release of exclusive proprietary content, native mobile applications for iOS and Android featuring biometric authentication and the expansion of coverage aligned with regional player demand.
The brand’s strategic goal is to combine large-scale content delivery with technological precision and full compliance with jurisdictional requirements.
“Astromania is not a short-term venture. Our objective is to establish a platform that defines long-term reliability and transparency within the regulated iGaming sector,” added the CEO.
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