1. Underage Access to Gambling

• Underage individuals gaining access to gambling platforms is a significant issue. This is especially problematic when unlicensed or illegal operators don’t have the same age verification systems or regulatory measures in place that licensed operators, like those overseen by PAGCOR (Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation), are required to implement.

2. Uncontrolled Betting

• The lack of proper oversight on illegal gambling platforms leads to uncontrolled betting practices. These platforms often do not follow responsible gambling practices, such as limits on wagers, self-exclusion programs, or promoting healthy gambling behaviors, which licensed operators are generally bound by.