(AsiaGameHub) –   Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) has been certified as the first gaming testing company by the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR).

GLI will be tasked with testing and certifying iGaming platforms across the Philippines’ gaming market, as PAGCOR continues to strengthen regulatory oversight throughout the industry.

In April 2025, PAGCOR announced plans requiring B2B suppliers—such as content partners, aggregators, and payment providers—to secure official accreditation to supply operators nationwide. GLI indicated that this certification will assist the regulator in achieving its ‘policy and regulatory objectives’.

James R. Maida, GLI President and CEO, stated: “We are thankful to Alejandro Tengco and the entire PAGCOR team for their ongoing trust in GLI.

“We are honored to be the first company accredited for iGaming testing and certification, and we anticipate working side- by-side with PAGCOR to fulfill their policy objectives.”

Businesses have until March 31 to obtain certification from GLI. Operators found to be collaborating with unaccredited vendors will be directed to terminate such partnerships, including via cease-and-desist notices.

A recent LinkedIn post by Arden Consult disclosed that the regulator has begun requesting operators to submit lists of B2B suppliers for cross-verification with PAGCOR’s records.

Alejandro Tengco, Chair and Chief Executive Officer of PAGCOR, remarked: “We are pleased to recognize GLI as the first testing and game certification provider accredited in the Philippines under this new framework. GLI is a global leader in regulatory advisory, iGaming and EGM testing/certification, and data security.

“PAGCOR now requires all iGaming B2B suppliers operating in the Philippines to be accredited to ensure adherence to the stringent requirements necessary to protect iGaming players.”

Tengco emphasized the necessity of a robustly regulated market to guarantee a ‘safer and more sustainable gaming industry for all to participate in’.

“Regulated gaming markets ensure a safer and more sustainable gaming industry for all to participate in. A regulated market enables compliance with responsible gaming standards and provides tax revenue for reinvestment into the community.,” he added.