The Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center has submitted 15 social media personalities to the Philippine National Police Anti-Cybercrime Group for possible case build-up after observing their alleged continued promotion of unlicensed online gambling websites. The CICC added that this shift from detection to active enforcement is part of a coordinated effort with PAGCOR, PCSO, and the PNP to curb unlicensed online gambling operations. The Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) has recommended that the Philippine National Police Anti-Cybercrime Group (PNP-ACG) file charges against social media personality Jam Magno for allegedly promoting illegal online gambling sites. According to the CICC, the finding was the result of an almost month-long investigation following hundreds of complaints against influencers allegedly endorsing unlicensed and unregulated online gambling platforms in the country. Online gambling in the Philippines is regulated by the government agency PAGCOR (Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation). Today, only PAGCOR-licensed online gambling sites may legally operate in the Philippines. In short, legal online gambling exists under strict rules, while illegal sites are aggressively targeted. Influencers and Celebrities Who Promoted Gambling Platforms Here is a list of some known Filipino influencers and public figures who have promoted online gambling platforms. Read more in our articles including "CICC names influencers allegedly involved in illegal online gambling promotion" and "CICC recos filing of illegal online gambling cases against Jam Magno, 9 other influencers".
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Aug 12, 2025The Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center has submitted 15 social media personalities to the Philippine National Police Anti-Cybercrime Group for possible case build-up after observing their alleged continued promotion of unlicensed online gambling websites. The CICC added that this shift from detection to active enforcement is part of a coordinated effort with PAGCOR, PCSO, and the PNP to curb unlicensed online gambling operations.
The Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) has recommended that the Philippine National Police Anti-Cybercrime Group (PNP-ACG) file charges against social media personality Jam Magno for allegedly promoting illegal online gambling sites. According to the CICC, the finding was the result of an almost month-long investigation following hundreds of complaints against influencers allegedly endorsing unlicensed and unregulated online gambling platforms in the country. Online gambling in the Philippines is regulated by the government agency PAGCOR (Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation).
Our coverage of online gambling promotion includes: "CICC names influencers allegedly involved in illegal online gambling promotion"; "CICC recos filing of illegal online gambling cases against Jam Magno, 9 other influencers"; "The real reason why some influencers were excluded from the CICC online-gambling case". Each article provides unique insights and information.