GCash, Maya remove links to online gambling sites

E-wallet providers GCash and Maya have removed links to online gambling sites as mandated by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) within a 48-hour timeline.

By 8 p.m. on August 16, Maya disabled access to gambling sites through its Games feature and urged users to transfer remaining funds before the deadline.

GCash similarly suspended gaming access in its GLife feature by advising users to withdraw any remaining funds via GLife before the cutoff time.

Both companies expressed full support for the BSP's efforts to curb online gambling, emphasizing their commitment to serving customers responsibly while adhering to regulatory requirements.

The BSP is finalizing new rules for banks and e-wallets regarding gambling, including biometric checks and daily transaction limits, as part of its ongoing efforts to protect consumers from risks associated with online gaming.