What’s Happening in the Philippines, Local News and Philippine People
(AsiaGameHub) – Planet Hollywood Resorts International is preparing to make its debut in Georgia through a new integrated resort located in Tbilisi. Developed under a licensing deal with Orbi Group and Block Group, in partnership with Iconic Entertainment, the
More(AsiaGameHub) – David Sklansky, a pivotal figure in the development of modern poker strategy, passed away at 78 due to heart failure. The three-time World Series of Poker bracelet champion made a profound mark on poker theory, gambling tactics,
More(AsiaGameHub) – Efforts to legalize online casinos in Maryland have lost momentum during the 2026 legislative session. A referendum bill from Senator Ron Watson was withdrawn, and the companion measure that would have set rules for Maryland’s online casinos
More(AsiaGameHub) – Gamanza Group has solidified its presence in the Swiss online casino sector through a collaboration with Casino Locarno for the Casineo brand. This agreement positions Gamanza’s technology as central to a new licensed online casino operation in
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(AsiaGameHub) – A bipartisan group of US senators has introduced legislation aimed at prohibiting ‘casino-style games’ and sports-related contracts on prediction market platforms, according to various reports. The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) noted that the bill would apply to
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(AsiaGameHub) – Hub88 has embarked on a new content journey by adding titles from iGaming provider Tequity to its aggregation platform. Global operators partnered with Hub88 can now enhance their platforms with Tequity’s titles through a single API, including
More(AsiaGameHub) – Philippine officials have been instructed to step up probes into crimes being carried out via online gaming applications, with Roblox among those under scrutiny. The Philippine National Police‘s (PNP) Anti-Cybercrime Group has been ordered by PNP Chief
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(AsiaGameHub) – While gearing up for its Denmark debut, Malta-headquartered gaming firm Yes.com claims to have crafted the most streamlined market entry approach, even as Europe’s iGaming sector faces increasingly stringent limitations. Yes.com’s founding team is wagering that artificial
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(AsiaGameHub) – A German hacker has taken credit for breaching the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) and promised to reveal the ‘organised crime facilitation schemes’ that the regulator is purportedly engaged in. Lilith Wittman published her declaration on X following
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(AsiaGameHub) – bet365 has released its February leaderboard for top-performing games across various markets, offering a glimpse into which titles might gain traction in Alberta when the province launches its regulated iGaming market later this year. Although the exact
More(AsiaGameHub) – The 2026 legislative session in Florida concluded without the passage of any bills targeting illegal gambling. While several proposals moved forward, with one even passing both chambers in differing versions, no legislation was enacted before the session
More(AsiaGameHub) – Elon Musk has outlined plans for a chip production project involving Tesla and SpaceX. The proposed facility, named Terafab, would be constructed near Tesla’s operations in Austin, with the aim of fulfilling internal demand for AI and
More(AsiaGameHub) – Maestro has introduced Mezzamine, a Bitcoin credit platform designed around Bitcoin mining economics. The offering targets institutional investors who wish to generate yield from idle BTC, while also providing mining firms with an additional avenue for obtaining
More(AsiaGameHub) – Hailey Welch has spoken out about the aftermath of the HAWK memecoin’s collapse, connecting the incident to months of public backlash, threats, and legal scrutiny surrounding the unsuccessful token launch. Good to Know HAWK was launched in
More(AsiaGameHub) – PENN Entertainment intends to launch Hollywood Casino Aurora on June 24, pending regulatory clearance. This new land-based venue in Aurora will succeed the enduring riverboat establishment on the Fox River, introducing an expanded entertainment scope to the
More(AsiaGameHub) – Allwyn is seeking alternative methods to develop its own sportsbook technology following the termination of its agreement with Novibet. This development was shared during the group’s FY25 earnings call, where company leaders also highlighted PrizePicks as a
More(AsiaGameHub) – A Nevada court has provided state regulators with a recent victory in the ongoing dispute concerning prediction markets. Following a temporary restraining order issued on Friday, Kalshi is now prohibited from offering contracts related to sports, elections,
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(AsiaGameHub) – The owner of the Okada Manila casino is looking to expand its presence throughout the Philippines via a new online casino platform. Tiger Resort, Leisure and Entertainment has announced plans to roll out Okada Play to “seize
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(AsiaGameHub) – Alea has entered a partnership with online slot provider 1spin4win, expanding its content library for its operator partners. More than 190 classic-style slots from the studio will be added to the iGaming aggregator, including fruit-themed games, adventure
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(AsiaGameHub) – Philippine lawmakers are aiming to bolster the nation’s anti-money laundering legislation via a new amendment that could bring stricter enforcement against online gambling operators. Senator Joel Villanueva has filed an amendment to the Anti-Money Laundering Act (AMLA),
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