DILG tightens permit checks to block illegal POGO operations
The DILG mandates stricter permit inspections by LGUs to eliminate illegal POGO operations and scam hubs, reinforcing the Anti-POGO Act of 2025 and ensuring…
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Chinese national na sangkot sa illegal POGO operations, arestado
A Chinese national linked to illegal POGO operations in Tarlac and Pampanga has been arrested in Parañaque City. Authorities reveal the suspect faces charges…
Chinese national wanted over illegal POGO operations arrested in Parañaque
Chinese national Huang Mingmin, allegedly linked to illegal POGO operations and human trafficking in Central Luzon, was arrested in Parañaque on 9 October 2026.
PNP steps up operations vs POGOs, online scams
Philippine National Police intensifies operations against illegal POGOs and online scams, arresting 244 foreign nationals in Zamboanga Sibugay raids.…
Anti-POGO law fully operational with IRR
The Anti-POGO Act’s implementing rules have been signed, strengthening the Philippines’ ban on offshore gaming operations and allowing expedited civil…
PNP backs unified SOP vs illegal POGOs
The Philippine National Police welcomes a unified interagency SOP to enforce the nationwide ban on illegal POGOs, strengthening coordination under EO 74 to…
Pre-registered SIM card supplier for illegal POGOs falls
NBI arrests a Chinese national in Manila for selling pre-registered SIM cards to illegal POGOs and scam syndicates, intensifying efforts against cybercrime…
PNP chief rejects ‘new POGO’ label for illegal cigarette trade
Philippine National Police chief Jose Melencio Nartatez rejects claims the illegal cigarette trade is the “new POGO,” pledging intensified enforcement…
No new ‘POGO’ from illegal cigarette trade, PNP says
PNP Chief Jose Nartatez assures intensified raids to curb illegal cigarette operations.
PNP cracks down harder on illegal POGOs after Taguig raid
PNP intensifies crackdown on illegal POGOs after uncovering a suspected underground gaming hub in Taguig posing as a BPO. Nartatez warns syndicates of tougher…
Court cancels passports of Roque and Ong in illegal POGO case
The Pasig Regional Trial Court Branch 157 has approved the government’s petition to cancel the passports of former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque,…
Landlords enabling POGO operations face legal risk — PAOCC
PAOCC warns landlords that allowing POGO operations on their properties may lead to legal liability following recent convictions.
PNP denies POGO operations persist in Eastern Visayas
Viado initially issued a mission order for nine individuals, but 12 were found operating the company without proper visas and permits.
PAGCOR pushes gaming education to curb rise of illegal operators
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) is stepping up efforts to strengthen the country’s gaming industry against illegal operators by…
PAGCOR warns vs illegal offshore gaming websites
‘We urge everyone to remain vigilant and to always verify the legitimacy of any gaming site before engaging in it.’
PAGCOR flags illegal offshore gambling sites
PAGCOR warns the public against several illegal offshore gaming sites misusing its logo and fake licenses, urging vigilance amid a nationwide ban on POGOs.
Pasay authorities bust illegal POGO operation involving 453 individuals
Pasay authorities shut down an illegal POGO operation involving 401 foreign nationals. Discover the details behind the two-year-long scam operation and the…
Crackdown on offshore gaming syndicate
‘We are taking statements from the repatriated workers through our Anti-Illegal Recruitment Unit, and they have identified certain Philippine-based recruiters’
NCRPO meets offshore gaming operators
The meeting assessed the continuing threat posed against POGO employees, victimizing mostly Chinese citizens and other foreign nationals
