Manila, March 4 -- The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) said all licensed Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) have been shut down but illegal gambling networks persist.

During a Senate hearing Tuesday, Senate Deputy Minority Leader Risa Hontiveros questioned PAGCOR officials regarding the enforcement of the POGO ban as ordered by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. in his 2024 State of the Nation Address.

PAGCOR assistant vice president Jessa Fernandez reported that since July 22, 2024, the agency ceased issuing and renewing internet gaming licenses.

By Dec. 31, all 42 licenses and 18 authorized service providers have been fully canceled while 304 operating sites nationwide were closed, she said.

She added t...