PAGCOR Mandates Smart Table Transition
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has officially established a 2027 deadline for casinos located in Entertainment City to convert their operations to smart gaming tables, according to a report published by iGamingToday.com on September 30, 2026.
Scope and Timeline of the Directive
According to the brief report, the regulatory mandate specifically targets integrated resorts and casino properties operating within the Entertainment City gaming district. These operators are required to complete the transition to smart table technology by the year 2027. However, the source did not provide specific details regarding the exact date in 2027 when the deadline will take effect, nor did it outline any interim milestones that operators must achieve leading up to the target year.
Unresolved Details and Missing Information
The report from iGamingToday.com did not include comprehensive details regarding the technical specifications of the mandated smart tables. It remains unclear what specific features—such as RFID tracking, electronic chip detection, or automated bet tracking—will be required to satisfy PAGCOR’s new regulatory standards. Furthermore, the source did not disclose:
- The specific penalties or regulatory actions that Entertainment City operators will face if they fail to meet the 2027 conversion deadline.
- Whether PAGCOR will offer any financial incentives or regulatory relief to assist casinos with the transition costs.
- Whether this smart table mandate will eventually be expanded to cover other gaming jurisdictions in the Philippines, such as Clark Freeport Zone or licensed casinos in Cebu.
- The official reasons behind PAGCOR’s decision to enforce this technological transition.
Because the source text was limited to a brief announcement, further details regarding the implementation guidelines, approved technology vendors, and the direct impact on casino personnel were not provided.
Source: iGamingToday.com, September 30, 2026.
