Tuesday, July 22, 2025

PAGCOR, Ad Standards Council ink MOU to regulate gambling ads

PAGCOR, Ad Standards Council ink MOU to regulate gambling ads

PAGCOR, Ad Standards Council ink MOU to regulate gambling ads
Gadgets Magazine

After nine months of consultations, the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) and the Ad Standards Council (ASC) signed on July 16, 2025, a Memorandum of Understanding for the regulation and pre-screening of gambling-related advertisements across all media platforms.

PAGCOR chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco and ASC chairperson Golda Roldan led the signing ceremony at the PAGCOR Corporate Office in Pasay City as part of efforts to promote responsible advertising in the gaming industry.

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Chairman Tengco, together with (from left) ASC President Anna Locsin, ASC Chairperson Golda Roldan, and PAGCOR Assistant VP for Gaming Licensing and Development Ma. Vina Claudette Oca

The agreement adds gambling to ASC’s list of “must-screen” categories, joining alcoholic beverages, over-the-counter medicines, food supplements, airline/transport services with promotional fares, and breast milk substitutes.

Tengco said the MOU was a product of careful planning and thorough consultations with the ASC, contrary to what detractors’ claims that it was a rushed response to recent concerns about illegal online gambling and unregulated advertising.

“Almost a year ago, we began initial talks about this initiative. Today, we are gathered here to formally sign this agreement so that we can immediately execute everything we committed to in this Memorandum of Understanding,” Tengco said.

Under the agreement, all branded or corporate gambling ads—including television, radio, online, and outdoor advertising— must be reviewed and approved by ASC prior to public release to curb misleading content and protect vulnerable groups from potential harm.

Chairman Tengco (4th from right) joins key officers of the ASC in a group photo.

“Simple lamang po ang pinaka-layunin natin dito: ang tiyakin na ang mga patalastas ukol sa sugal ay hindi nanlilinlang at hindi sumasamantala sa kahinaan ng iba,” the PAGCOR chief added.

For her part, ASC chairperson Roldan said the collaboration underscores ASC’s commitment to protect consumers, particularly in industries that require heightened sensitivity in messaging.

“We stand with PAGCOR in our shared goal of protecting the Filipino people, especially in sectors like gambling where communication requires greater sensitivity and care,” she said.

Earlier, PAGCOR issued a directive ordering the immediate removal of all gambling-related billboards and out-of-home advertisements, including those on public transport systems such as buses, jeepneys, taxis, and trains.

All PAGCOR licensees and stakeholders were given until August 15, 2025, to completely remove all gambling-related outdoor ads.

PAGCOR, Ad Standards Council ink MOU to regulate gambling ads
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Saturday, July 19, 2025

Asus ProArt 6K ar putea fi cel mai bun concurent pentru ProDisplay XDR și se lansează curând

Asus ProArt 6K ar putea fi cel mai bun concurent pentru ProDisplay XDR și se lansează curând

După ce a fost anunțat la Computex 2024 vara trecută și apoi prezentat la CES 2025 la începutul acestui an, Asus ne oferă în sfârșit o dată de lansare și prețul la care va fi disponibil monitorul său de 32 inchi, Asus ProArt 6K, creat pentru Mac.

Practic, dacă vrei o variantă de display 6K, de 32 de inchi, pentru Mac-ul tău, opțiunile pe care le ai sunt doar 2 – una de la Dell, care costă 2999 de dolari, și Pro Display XDR de la Apple, care costă cam cât 10 salarii nete medii, adică 4999 de dolari. LG a oferit și ea un indiciu că pregătește un astfel de monitor la CES, dar nu a mai oferit alte informații de atunci.

Asus oferă însă noul său monitor la un preț mult mai mic decât rivalii din piață, de 1299 de dolari. În ceea ce privește funcțiile, vine cu acuratețe a culorilor Delta E<2, acoperire de 98% a spectrului de culoare DCI-P3 și luminozitate maximă de 600 de niți. Vine și cu un ecran anti-glare, ceea ce înseamnă că îl vei putea folosi și lângă o fereastră fără să îți faci griji că nu vei putea vedea anumite lucruri.

Asus ProArt 6K vine cu două porturi Thunderbolt 4, un DisplayPort 1.4, un port HDMI 2.1, un port USB-C și un hub USB care include încă un USB-C și două porturi USB-A. Mai are și difuzoare, evident, precum și un jack de căști. Prezența porturilor Thunderbolt indică însă faptul că vei putea încărca alte laptop-uri cu el, cu o putere de 96W. Monitorul se va lansa în luna august, deci poți să pui bani deoparte dacă voiai un display pentru Mac pe care să nu cheltui o mică avere.

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Tuesday, July 1, 2025

SBF new product variant pays off your car loan to access extra funding

SBF new product variant pays off your car loan to access extra funding

SBF new product variant pays off your car loan to access extra funding
Gadgets Magazine

SB Finance, Inc., a subsidiary of Security Bank, has introduced a new loan product aimed at empowering car owners nearing the end of their auto loan term. The OR/CR for Cash Loan Take-Out offers a dual benefit: it pays off the remaining balance of an existing car loan and provides additional funding, using the same vehicle as collateral.

This innovative solution enables qualified borrowers to transition smoothly from financing to full ownership while unlocking extra cash for urgent needs, business ventures, or personal goals. It eliminates the need to apply for a new auto loan or sell the vehicle, offering a practical and flexible alternative.

“Customers have been telling us they want more than just credit. They want clarity and control,” said Abbie Dans-Casanova, president & CEO of SB Finance. “OR/CR for Cash Loan Take-Out does exactly that: it clears your auto loan and gives you extra cash at a time when you’ve earned back the value of your vehicle. It’s a smarter way to manage liquidity without sacrificing ownership.”

This product is especially beneficial for asset-rich but cash-constrained individuals who want to avoid restarting a lengthy loan cycle. By leveraging the equity in their vehicle, customers gain financial breathing room while maintaining ownership.

The launch of OR/CR for Cash Loan Take-Out reflects SB Finance’s commitment to delivering real-world financial solutions, offering structured, transparent, and flexible credit options that help Filipinos move forward with confidence.

SBF new product variant pays off your car loan to access extra funding
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