Philippine-listed DigiPlus Interactive Corp says the firm’s chairman, Eusebio Tanco (pictured), has increased his holding in the company’s shares following a transaction on February 27.
Mr Tanco spent nearly PHP1.04 billion (US$17.9 million) purchasing an additional 63,119,000 shares in DigiPlus, equivalent to 1.4 percent of the company’s total issued and outstanding shares, according to a Monday announcement. He paid PHP16.40 per share, said the filing.
DigiPlus’ shares were trading at PHP16.94 mid-morning on Monday, up 5.22 percent.
“The transaction reflects Mr Tanco’s strong conviction in DigiPlus’ disciplined growth strategy as it accelerates the scale of its platforms through deeply localised digital entertainment offerings built specifically for the Philippine market,” the firm stated.
In the Philippines, DigiPlus runs BingoPlus, described as that country’s first government-approved online bingo platform. It also operates ArenaPlus, a sportsbook; and GameZone, a platform for casual and arcade gaming.
The brand additionally operates – via subsidiaries – a number of slot arcades at VIP clubs under the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp (Pagcor), the country’s regulator-cum-operator.
DigiPlus was the winner of a Brazil sports betting and online gaming licence last year, but the company paused in mid-October the operations of its gaming platform in the South American country.
The group’s management said late last year it expects to resume its operations in Brazil “in the second quarter” this year.
In September 2025, the firm said it had “formally filed” three online-related licence applications with the Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board in South Africa.
In Monday’s statement, DigiPlus said it “continues to invest in proprietary research and development, cutting-edge technologies, and best-in-class user experience capabilities” to strengthen the group’s competitiveness.
The update cited Mr Tanco as saying: “DigiPlus is entering an exciting phase of growth. We have built market-leading platforms anchored on responsible innovation, disciplined execution, and long-term growth.”
He added: “I firmly believe in our ability to capture the significant opportunities ahead and deliver enduring value to our shareholders. The fundamentals of the digital entertainment industry remain strong, and DigiPlus is well-positioned to lead.”
DigiPlus is on track to gain a foothold in the Philippines’ land-based casino sector by becoming the majority shareholder in Hong Kong-listed International Entertainment Corp. The latter controls the New Coast Hotel Manila, which has a provisional casino gaming licence from Pagcor.
