DILG targets over 200 illegal online gaming operators with new task force

DILG Secretary Benhur Abalos says there are 43 groups licensed to engage in online gaming operations in the country, but more than 200 others are operating illegally

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The PNP said it documented 136 crimes which included kidnappings, human trafficking, serious illegal detention related to illegal internet gaming licensees orInterior Secretary Benhur Abalos launched the Special Task Force Skimmer at the Royce Hotel in Clark Freeport, Pampanga on Saturday, July 20, two days ahead of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s 3rd State of the Nation Address .National and local government agencies unite to combat illegal online gaming and scam farms.

The task force aims to crack down on the illegal activities and network of groups engaged in illegal online gaming operations and scams through enhanced intelligence gathering, coordinated operations, and legal actions. DILG Assistant Secretary Romeo Benitez said local chief executives should assert their right to inspect POGOs and other business establishments, and the local governments should exercise their powers to revoke or cancel licenses.

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