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PAGCOR statement on the uncollected P2.328B POGO income
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) would like to clarify a recent report by the Commission on Audit (COA) regarding its outstanding accounts receivables amounting to P2.328 billion.
Out of the P2.328 billion, the P815.902 million indicated in the report as under protest has already been resolved with finality. To recall, said amount resulted from PAGCOR’s intensive fight against illegal online gambling and its overzealousness to maximize collections which led it to impose assumed or estimated billings for suspected undeclared websites. After thorough revalidation, no link between the suspected undeclared websites and concerned POGOs were established. In fact, the undeclared sites were actually websites of illegal operators stealing the live stream of our licensees.
On the P1.512 billion which remain uncollected, majority of the said amount is attributable to the recent effects of the Covid-19 pandemic. It must be recalled that on March 21, 2020, all POGO gaming operations in the country were ordered shut down by the Government in view of the implementation of the Enhanced Community Quarantine. On June 2020, despite being allowed to resume operations, majority of our operators were still unable to resume operations due to existing lockdowns, restrictions in business operations, prohibition on entry of foreign workers, and other pandemic measures.
It is worth noting that with the passage of the Bayanihan Act, which allowed the adoption of concessions to ease the economic burden on businesses, PAGCOR would have had the option of not imposing the monthly Minimum Guaranteed Fee (MGF) on the POGO licensees which failed to resume its operations. Nonetheless, because of PAGCORâs desire to source revenues to fund the fight against the pandemic, the monthly MGF, which is for operators who do not meet their monthly target revenues under normal operating circumstances, was continuously imposed on all POGOs for the months of April and May 2020 notwithstanding the closure mandated by the Government, and for the succeeding months, regardless of whether the licensee was able to resume operations or not. In deference to the provisions of the Bayanihan Act, only the procedures on forfeiture of performance bond and cancellation of license were temporarily suspended. Nevertheless, despite such remedial measures, most POGOs were no longer able to reopen since the start of the pandemic, which consequently resulted in the accrual of uncollected bills.
Finally, it must be emphasized that POGOs which are currently operational were required to fully settle their accumulated arrears before they were allowed to resume operations. This meant full payment of their monthly MGF for the months that they were non-operational beginning on March 2020, including the months wherein closure and stoppage of operations was mandated by the government. These collected amounts were used by the Government to fund the fight against the pandemic.
To date, PAGCOR has been observing proper procedures for the collection of its outstanding receivables. Uncollected accounts receivables have already been referred to the legal department for necessary action, and PAGCOR is set on employing all legal means for its collection.
- Â The sponsorship agreement between CONMEBOL and Betano reinforces their commitment to the development of football, as part of organising one of the continentâs most important tournaments.
- The CONMEBOL Copa AmÊrica Femenina 2025⢠will be held in Ecuador from July 12 to August 2.
CONMEBOL (ConfederaciĂłn Sudamericana de FĂştbol) and Kaizen Gaming are proud to announce the laterâs premium sports betting and online gaming brand, Betano, as the Official Sponsor of CONMEBOL Copa AmĂŠrica Femenina 2025â˘.
Hosted in Ecuador from July 12th to August 2nd, this yearâs tournament is especially significant as it marks the 10th anniversary of the CONMEBOL Copa AmĂŠrica Femeninaâ˘. Bringing together South Americaâs 10 womenâs football teams, the tournament is a celebration of both football in the continent and womenâs sport. At the end of each game, Betano will present the top-performing player with the âMVP Betanoâ award.
Alejandro DomĂnguez, President of CONMEBOL, said: âWomenâs football is gaining unprecedented momentum across South America. At CONMEBOL, we are focused on promoting the sport, encouraging young women to get involved and fall in love with our beautiful game, and creating better conditions for those who want to pursue a career in football. There is still much work ahead, but having partners like Betano by our side will enable us to elevate womenâs football across the continent to new heights. I am confident that our collaboration for the CONMEBOL Copa AmĂŠrica Femenina 2025⢠will be as successful as the one we had during the CONMEBOL Copa AmĂŠricaâ˘ď¸2024â.
Julio Iglesias Hernando, Chief Commercial Officer of Kaizen Gaming, commented: “We are proud to be once again collaborating with CONMEBOL for what promises to be an exciting tournament for all football fans to enjoy. Sponsoring CONMEBOL Copa AmĂŠrica Femenina 2025⢠is very important for us, as we continue supporting the development of football globally and womenâs football in particular. It is amazing to see how the competition has grown in size and strength, while showcasing the skills of some of the worldâs best female footballers.â
The sponsorship of CONMEBOL Copa AmĂŠrica Femenina 2025⢠is part of Betano and CONMEBOLâs broader partnership, which started with the CONMEBOL Copa AmĂŠricaâ˘ď¸ 2024 and extends through 2028. In addition to supporting CONMEBOL Copa AmĂŠrica Femenina 2025â˘, the partnership also sees Betano as the Official Sponsor of the CONMEBOL Pre-Olympic tournament, CONMEBOL Copa AmĂŠrica Futsal Men and Women and CONMEBOL Copa AmĂŠrica Beach Soccer.
BETBY, a leading sportsbook supplier, has announced a new partnership with prominent LATAM-focused esports provider Mobadoo, in a move that will see its Betby.Games portfolio fully integrated into Mobadooâs product lineup.
This collaboration enables Mobadoo â which has an established presence and deep market understanding across Latin America â to incorporate BETBYâs proprietary and award-winning esports offering, delivering dynamic and fast-paced betting content to its growing user base. Among Betby.Gamesâ titles are eSoccer, eBasketball, eFighting, eCricket, eShooter, eHorse Racing, eTennis, and the Brazil-relevant eVaquejada.
As one of the most comprehensive and high-frequency esports betting solutions in the industry, Betby.Games offers access to more than 70 tournaments, over 350 betting markets, and more than 300,000 live matches each month. This collaboration will not only enhance Mobadooâs offering but also reinforce BETBYâs position as a leading esports supplier in the LATAM region, a key pillar in the supplierâs global expansion strategy.
âMobadoo has an excellent reputation and strong regional expertise, making them an ideal partner for us. Their commitment to innovation in esports and the rapid growth of this vertical in the region made our partnership only a matter of time,â commented Kirill Nekrasov, BETBYâs Head of Sportsbook Product. âThis agreement not only expands the reach of our unique Betby.Games content, but also aligns perfectly with our global strategy of delivering flexible, high-performance esports solutions to next-generation operators. Together, weâre set to further strengthen our leading position in the LATAM region.â
JosĂŠ AnĂbal Aguirre, Chief Marketing Officer at Mobadoo, added: âWeâre thrilled to integrate Betby.Games into our offering. The depth and quality of their esports content is unmatched, and this partnership gives us a powerful new edge in catering to LATAMâs passionate esports fanbase. With BETBYâs support, weâre confident we can elevate the player experience and unlock new growth opportunities across the region.â
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AGA Launches âPlay Smart from the Startâ Consumer Hub to Help Players Game Responsibly
The American Gaming Association (AGA) announced the launch of the Play Smart Consumer Hub, a new online resource designed to help consumers game responsibly. The hub builds on AGAâs Play Smart from the Start, a messaging platform that encourages players to make informed choices and develop habits that keep gaming fun.
âThe AGA is committed to making responsible gaming a seamless part of the player experience. Part of the fun of gaming is that everyone plays differently, but no matter how or where you play, staying in control starts with habits that work for you. The Play Smart Consumer Hub provides players with straightforward, actionable tools to help them stay in control and keep gaming fun,â said Bill Miller, president and CEO of the AGA.
Grounded in player research, Play Smart from the Start centers around three key principles:
⢠Right State of Mind: Start every game with the right mindsetâstay present, know your limits, and play on your terms.
⢠Know the Game: Understand the rules, odds, and bet with intention.
⢠Act Intentionally: Set a budget, take breaks, and stay aware, win or lose.
The Play Smart Consumer Hub offers practical tools, including:
⢠A Pre-Play Checklist to help players assess their mindset and set personal limits before betting.
⢠A Know the Game section that demystifies odds, house advantage, and common sports betting terms.
⢠A Responsible Gaming IQ Quiz that allows players to evaluate their gaming habits.
⢠Easy access to support resources like the National Problem Gambling Helpline (1-800-GAMBLER) and state self-exclusion options.
In addition to the consumer tools, the platform also features an Industry Toolkit, providing operators and other stakeholders with resources, including messaging guidance, creative assets, customer communications and activation ideas to support the integration of consistent, responsible gaming programs.
âWhether an operator or supplier is building a new responsible gaming program or looking to refresh existing efforts, this toolkit makes it easy to deliver consistent, player-first messaging across every customer touchpoint,â Miller said.
The Play Smart Consumer Hub is now live at playsmartfromthestart.org.
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