DigiPlus stays resilient as enforcement action intensifies

(AsiaGameHub) –   The Philippines’ leading gaming firm, DigiPlus Interactive, has voiced strong confidence in the market as it continues to navigate regulatory shifts.

The company posted flat net income in 2025, as a robust first half was counterbalanced by regulatory alterations that impacted its financial results in the latter half of the year.

Specifically, DigiPlus noted that the August mandate to disconnect e-wallets from in-app access resulted in a ‘temporary slowdown in activity’ – echoing broader national trends, as licensed operators saw a 70% decline in their user bases.

DigiPlus Chairman Eusebio Tanco shared: “Even amid a challenging and rapidly changing industry landscape, DigiPlus put up a resilient performance in 2025, a testament to the strength of our platforms, our disciplined execution, and the trust our users have in us.

“As we set our sights on the future, we remain upbeat about our growth path and confident in our capacity to keep innovating responsibly while generating long-term value.”

All told, the firm brought in total revenue of P84.2bn (£1.06bn), marking a 12% year-over-year increase from 2024, while EBITDA also saw a modest 2% rise to P14.2bn (£178m).

As debates intensify over the future of iGaming in the Philippines, fueled by worries over the expansion of the black market and rising rates of problem gambling, DigiPlus pointed out that it has paid P34.2bn (£428.7m) in taxes and regulatory fees.

The firm asserted that this sum highlights its position as a ‘key contributor’ to the funding of government-backed services.

The company further added: “Through these financial contributions, DigiPlus remains committed to supporting programs and institutions that bolster economic resilience, expand public services, and drive inclusive growth.”

Elsewhere across the Philippines, the nation’s Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Centre (CICC) has teamed up with the Presidential Anti-Organised Crime Commission (PAOCC) to strengthen efforts to combat illegal online gambling.

During a recent Senate hearing, lawmakers criticized several organizations, including the CICC, for failing to shut down platforms that accept bets on e-sabong, more commonly referred to as cockfighting.

According to a report from the Philippine News Agency, the CICC has been assigned with preparing case files for the PAOCC to look into.

The CICC shared in an official statement: “This partnership underscores CICC and PAOCC’s dedication to leading the elimination of illegal online practices across the country, as we continue working toward clearing the digital space and holding perpetrators accountable to foster a safe, trustworthy online environment.”

To tackle the promotion of illegal gambling platforms, the CICC confirmed last week that it is continuing its investigation into a group of social media influencers, working in conjunction with PAGCOR, the Philippines’ gaming regulatory body.

Should these influencers face prosecution, they could be hit with fines and possible jail time under the Philippines’ cybercrime and gaming laws.