DigiPlus strengthens player protection with surety bond for BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, and GameZone

“DigiPlus is proud to be the first in the industry to roll out this level of consumer protection. We are committed to putting our players first. With this surety bond, they can play confidently on BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, and GameZone, knowing that their funds are safeguarded.” ~Eusebio H. Tanco, DigiPlus Chairman

DigiPlus Interactive Corp., the country's top digital entertainment provider and the owner of BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, and GameZone, today announced a historic partnership with Philippine First Insurance Co. Inc. (PhilFirst), the country's first domestic insurance provider.   Together, they have raised the standard for player protection by establishing the first-ever surety bond program for Filipino online gamers.   The application works right away.

Gamers will have more peace of mind every time they log in as long as their eKYC (electronic Know-Your-Customer) information is up to date and they continue to play within the platform's restrictions.   Whether they are casual players or die-hard fans celebrating a big win, they can enjoy BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, and GameZone knowing their wallets and balances are even more safeguarded.

This program provides eligible athletes with an additional financial safety net.   Customers can use the surety bond to protect their player balances up to ₱1 million without purchasing a separate policy.

How does the DigiPlus surety bond work?

• Eligibility: Players must be eKYC-verified, have made at least one successful deposit, and be in good standing within the platform’s guidelines.
• Coverage: The surety bond safeguards player wallets and balances up to ₱1 million per player.
• Activation: Protection is in place immediately and applies automatically for all eligible players across BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, and GameZone.

DigiPlus' commitment to reliable customer service and protection is further cemented with the addition of the surety bond to its 24/7 customer support and more than 130 physical BingoPlus locations nationwide, which already serve as convenient and trustworthy outlets for players.

With the addition of the surety bond, DigiPlus is setting new industry standards and offering its customers more security, confidence, and peace of mind in addition to innovative and enjoyable gaming alternatives.

About DigiPlus Interactive Corp.

DigiPlus Interactive Corp. pioneered digital entertainment in the Philippines. It introduced leading platforms BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, and GameZone, widely known for their engaging experiences in interactive gaming and sports entertainment. For more information, visit: www.digiplus.com.ph.

About PhilFirst

PhilFirst Insurance is the first Filipino domestic insurance company in the Philippines, offering a wide array of non-life insurance coverage to individuals and corporations.

Established in 1906, PhilFirst provides insurance services for homes, motor vehicles, personal accidents, travel, liability, marine, engineering, and bonds. The Company is dedicated to delivering excellent and personalized service to ensure customer satisfaction while addressing the needs of its partners, brokers, agents, and stakeholders.

We maintain a team of highly competent and motivated employees who adhere to our corporate values of excellence, integrity, creativity, innovation, and social responsibility.

At PhilFirst, we’re proud to bring our 119 years of insurance expertise into the digital entertainment space through this groundbreaking partnership with DigiPlus. Protecting the hard-earned funds of BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, and GameZone players reflects our promise to keep evolving with the market while staying true to our core mission: giving Filipinos peace of mind so they can fully enjoy life’s opportunities. This surety bond is more than a product – it’s proof that PhilFirst is ready to safeguard customers wherever innovation takes them.

ArenaPlus leaves a mark on the sands of the Love Boracay Sports Festival

ArenaPlus, your 24/7 sports betting app, took the chance to fly to Station 1 at Boracay to join locals in beating the summer heat during the Love Boracay 2024 Sportsfest from April 26 to 29, 2024. As the sportsfest’s major sponsor, ArenaPlus established its presence as early as the first day of the event when the Opening Ceremony was held in front of Epic on April 26. It celebrated the opening with other guests like Malay Municipal Mayor Frolibar Sacapaño Bautista, Vice Mayor Niño Carlos Cawaling, and Hon. Daligdig Y. Sumndad. In the opening remarks, Dindo Miguel Salazar commented that Love Boracay doubled as a way for the community to grow closer as well as inspire care for the local environment.

The ArenaPlus logo was seen decorating the Station 1 area from the White House Resort to Estancia Uno. Several banners were also set up to direct attendees to the ArenaPlus booth, where they could take home merchandise that was especially appropriate for the summer season. Attendees were seen happily walking around with ArenaPlus-branded towels, water bottles, shirts, and sports bags.

The Love Boracay 2024 Sportsfest featured several beach sports, including beach tennis, beach volleyball, Paraw/Regatta, sandcastle, dragon boat racing, beach soccer, and ultimate frisbee. While it was a casual event, players were given their own jerseys to wear while competing, with the ArenaPlus logo on the back. ArenaPlus tokens were awarded to the winners of the beach tennis, volleyball, soccer, and sandcastle games.

The Boracay Beach Tennis Philippines competition featured four categories. The Boracay Racquet Sports Club PH and Philippine Tennis Association hosted their own beach tennis categories, with Davis Alano and Paul Aligaen winning the Men's Division and Maggie Tirol and Adad Yu winning the Women's Division. Martin Lucien from France and Arturo Victor won the Open 40+ Men's Doubles, Yza Milanes and Kaddie Mohammad won the Open Mixed Doubles, Arturo Victor and James Solano won the Open Men's Doubles, and Bencia Delos Santos and Sophie Sacapaño won the Open Women's Doubles.

In the Beach Soccer category, J2 of Barotac Nuevo, Iloilo City won the championship. In Boracay Beach Volleyball, Team Limitless' Jackielyn Estoquia and Dhannylaine Mae Demontaño won the Women's Division, while University of San Agustin's Clyde and Dyle Nalangan won the Men's Division.

ArenaPlus remains active in the local sports and leisure scenes, with a focus on promoting the growth and development of Philippine sports and culture beyond Metro Manila. The brand's collaboration with Love Boracay 2024 is intended to support both serious and casual athletes while also drawing attention to sports that are not well-known or played in the country. ArenaPlus, which is dedicated to Philippine sports in general, saw the Love Boracay 2024 Sportsfest as a way to reach a larger audience while also inspiring interest in outdoor sports.

BingoPlus and ArenaPlus are proud to be Digiplus Interactive Corp.'s flagship brands, solidifying the company's position as the country's leading gaming and leisure provider. For more information, go to www.bingoplus.com and www.arenaplus.net, or download the apps now from the App Store and Google Play. 

ArenaPlus makes a summer splash with LoveBoracay and Star Magic All-Star Games support

“We will engage in more events and activities in the future that will enable us to provide more fun and happiness to our community and the public at large. We take great pleasure in advancing leisure activities like fun events and sports competitions that contribute to wellbeing and mental health.” ~Jasper Vicencio, ArenaPlus President

ArenaPlus at the LoveBoracay 2023

With back-to-back sponsorships of key events that pushed summer tourism and summer sports activities in various parts of the Philippines, ArenaPlus, the newest offer and first sportsbook brand under DigiPlus (formerly Leisure & Resorts World Corporation (LRWC)), made waves this summer.

ArenaPlus at the LoveBoracay 2023

The leading sportsbook in the Philippines helped launch LoveBoracay, the 6-day beach music festival, on the iconic white beaches of Boracay. In addition, ArenaPlus helped stage the star-studded Star Magic All-Star Games at the Mall of Asia Arena, in May.

LoveBoracay, the spin-off of 2022's great ocean side action, LaBoracay, featured exercises that advanced practical the travel industry, health, and human expressions to observe Boracay's magnificence and renown recovered for this present year. The cleanup drive, art exhibit, bazaar and parade, street dance competition, local music festival, and aqua and beach sports were all supported by ArenaPlus, a major sponsor of the festival.

ArenaPlus at the LoveBoracay 2023

ArenaPlus at the LoveBoracay 2023

ArenaPlus pledged one million pesos worth of cash prizes and helped award the winners of beach sports competitions in volleyball, football, tennis, and frisbee. Tourism Secretary Cristina Garcia-Frasco, other tourism officials, and local officials led by Aklan Governor Jose Enrique "Joen" Mirraflores, and Malay Mayor Floribar Bustista were present at the event.

ArenaPlus at the LoveBoracay 2023

The Star Magic All-Star Games also received major support from ArenaPlus as the annual sports-entertainment festival returned after a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. ArenaPlus provided both event participants and the audience with merchandise and freebies to make the event more enjoyable. The badminton matches, won by Daniel Padilla and Neil Coleta, the volleyball games and the basketball competition won by Team Showtime composed of Vhong Navarro, Teddy Corpuz, Ogie Alcasid and Eric “Eruption” Tai were made more enjoyable with perks provided by ArenaPlus.

ArenaPlus President Jasper Vicencio said the brand takes great pride and happiness in being a part of activities that promote fun and entertainment.

ArenaPlus is the official sports entertainment gateway of the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) and the official gaming partner of the Philippine Volleyball League (PVL).

For more information and updates visit https://linktr.ee/arenaplusph.