Editing Online Gambling (section)

==Conclusion==

:In general, online gambling is being incorporated in the Filipino society. Betting on casino or sports type games over the Internet has been powered by technological innovations. The increasing revenues reflect the enormous growth in online gamblers. The Philippines is potentially a profitable market for online gambling. However, to harness this potential, changes and liberalization in state legislations are necessary. In line with this need, the government appointed official gambling agencies such as PAGCOR and PCSO. In cooperation with its chosen online service providers namely, Pacific Online Systems Corporation and PhilWeb Corporation, they regulate and control all legal gambling activities in the country. Online gambling creates a modernized gambling experience attuned with the times in its different forms which include online sports betting as propagated by ''BasketballJackpot''. Other internet-based e-games sites include ''Xchangebet'' that features consumer-controlled free betting site and other online mobile lottery sites like ''PremyoSaResibo'', ''Txtingo SuperSingko'', etc.

:However, just like other technological applications, its promising benefits are equated by the increasing ethical and legal issues that it poses to society. Its general growth and development was brought about by its easy, accessible and convenient nature. Conversely, it is also this very reason that issue of underage users arises. Online gambling is open to all online users of legal age who are generally those of the upper and the middle class society. Among the many issues related to this is the lack of stringent policies to prohibit underage internet users from playing. In addition, the dominance of Catholicism in the country further increases ethical disputes concerning legalization of gambling. Moreover, users are also susceptible to the dangers of fraud and addiction. 

:On the other hand, the biggest motivation for its regulation and prevalence is its economic benefits. Internet gambling provides jobs and serves a major source of government funds. In the careful analysis of online gambling it has been noted that other alternatives are available and able to guarantee a similar level of satisfaction. Land-based casinos offer the same thrill in a more secured gaming environment. In addition, for those who only play for entertainment, there are numerous online gaming sites that do not require monetary bets.