Author: The iGaming Insider

We believe search will remain an important part of Southeast Asia’s iGaming discovery landscape. But the strongest editorial opportunity lies in answering local questions, rather than exporting the same generic casino comparison page into every market. The reason is the job search performs: helping a reader investigate a brand, a payment claim or an unfamiliar operator before deciding what to do next. A creator can introduce a name. A messaging channel can keep it visible. Search gives the reader a way to ask questions outside that promotional relationship. We think that independent investigation is where a regional publisher can earn…

The Philippines’ online gaming supply chain has reached a consequential compliance date. A PAGCOR memorandum set 30 September 2026 as the deadline for eligible contracted B2B providers to complete accreditation requirements, with decommissioning specified from 1 October for those that fail to comply. For operators, the commercial question is now whether every critical supplier can demonstrate the authority to keep serving them. This is an analysis of an existing regulatory timetable reaching its stated enforcement date, not an announcement of a new rule. We have not independently confirmed which providers, if any, have been decommissioned today. A deadline establishes exposure;…