October 8, 2025 — DigiPlus Interactive Corp. (DigiPlus), the pioneer in digital entertainment in
the Philippines, today announced an exclusive partnership with Bayad, a trusted authority in
bills payment services, to expand over-the-counter (OTC) or physical payment options for
players of BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, and GameZone.
The partnership was formally signed on October 8, 2025, led by top executives from both
companies: Eusebio H. Tanco, Chairman of DigiPlus; Jasper Vicencio, President of AB Leisure
Exponent Inc., a subsidiary of DigiPlus; Ray C. Espinosa, Chairman of Bayad; and Lawrence Y.
Ferrer, President and CEO of Bayad. The agreement is effective immediately, making DigiPlus
Bayad’s only gaming partner for OTC cash transactions.
Through this collaboration, DigiPlus customers gain access to Bayad’s extensive network of
payment touchpoints, present across 800+ Bayad Center branches and Bayad Partners in
malls, supermarkets, and convenience stores nationwide.
Bayad is accredited by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) as an Electronic Money Issuer
(EMI). DigiPlus partners only with BSP-accredited payment channels in accordance with the
requirements of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), ensuring that
all player wallet transactions are processed through secure and compliant payment platforms.
BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, and GameZone players can now make cash-ins or deposits through
Bayad. Additional features including cash-outs or withdrawals and access through the Bayad
App will be rolled out in next phases, providing DigiPlus customers with more options to manage
their funds conveniently and safely.
“At DigiPlus, our priority is to deliver engaging entertainment while ensuring safe and reliable
services for our players,” said Eusebio H. Tanco, Chairman of DigiPlus Interactive Corp. “This
partnership with Bayad provides customers with more secure and convenient ways to manage
their transactions, reinforcing our commitment to player protection and dependable service at
every touchpoint.”
“Today, we take another meaningful step forward through our partnership with DigiPlus.
Together, we’re expanding access to digital channels and offering new, engaging, and
responsible ways for Filipinos to experience convenience and entertainment made possible by
accessible and inclusive financial services,” said Atty. Ray C. Espinosa, Chairman of the Board
at Bayad.
The Bayad payment channels partnership adds to DigiPlus’ growing customer service network
and player support, which already includes its in-house 24/7 customer support, 130+ physical
BingoPlus stores nationwide, and a surety bond for player wallets. These expanding service
touchpoints reflect DigiPlus’ continued commitment to delivering digital entertainment with safe,
reliable, and accessible service for Filipinos.
