POGOs front for crypto scam hubs

POGOs front for crypto scam hubs – senator

By Bernadette E. Tamayo

May 31, 2023 12:29 am

SEN. Ana Theresia 'Risa' Hontiveros claimed that the Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs) were being used as 'legal cover' for the operation of cryptocurrency scam hubs in the country.

The senator, at the resumption of the hearing on the illegal activities involving foreigners, presented videos and reports of recent raids made by law enforcement agencies on several commercial and residential properties in Clark, Pampanga, resulting in the rescue of 1,300 victims and the confiscation of over P180 million in cash.

Sen. Ana Theresia "Risa Hontiveros Photo by Senate PRIB

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