iGaming World: Day to Day

At SiGMA Asia 2026, Jefferson O. Mendoza, Reporter for SiGMA News, sits down with Reece Calderbank, Global Sales Director, Delasport. In this insightful Media Zone interview, Calderbank explains how compliance in highly regulated markets like the UK, Canada, and Europe has become a competitive edge, enabling rapid adaptation to Asia's evolving iGaming landscape. Connect with the iGaming commun...

At SiGMA Asia 2026, Jefferson O. Mendoza, Reporter for SiGMA News, sits down with Chris Lu, Founder of Usobi, to discuss the evolving talent landscape in the iGaming industry. In this Media Zone interview, Lu shares insights into the growing competition for senior professionals, why vision matters more than salary when attracting top talent, and the key skills that will define future industry lead...

At SiGMA Asia 2026, Jefferson O. Mendoza speaks with Kyle Wiltshire, CEO of TESTA, about the evolving role of crowdsourced testing in gaming quality assurance. In this Media Zone interview, Wiltshire explains how real-world testing provides operators with insights beyond traditional lab environments, particularly in payments, user experience, and market-specific performance. He also discusses the...

At SiGMA Asia 2026, our reporter Jefferson Mendoza spoke with Dean Chew, CTO of Casino Compare.ph, about the challenges and opportunities shaping the Philippine iGaming market. In this Media Zone interview, Chew discusses how operators can align technology, compliance, and marketing strategies, the unique regulatory challenges facing the Philippines following the POGO era, and why player trust is...

Interviewed during SiGMA Asia 2026 by news reporter Jefferson O. Mendoza, Japneet Singh Sethi, iGaming Advisor — Global Markets, shares his perspective on what makes a new market ready for iGaming entry. He discusses the importance of payment movement, mobile penetration, data costs, and regulatory direction, while also reflecting on India’s PROGA 2025 as a wake-up call for operators and a step to...

In this exclusive interview recorded during SiGMA Asia 2026, Jonathan Pettemerides, Founding Partner at KYPROCK Group, breaks down the challenges of unifying land-based and digital gaming platforms. The conversation explores the critical role of centralized data systems in delivering seamless cross-channel experiences and the importance of a single membership account in capturing player data acros...

At SiGMA Asia 2026, Jefferson O. Mendoza, Reporter for SiGMA News, speaks with Danny Too Cheng Yeow, VP of Sales at MediaPro, about how technology is reshaping sports content, gaming, and fan engagement across Asia. Too explains how AR and VR are creating more immersive experiences by making users feel present inside sporting events and gaming environments. He also discusses innovations such as li...

At SiGMA Asia 2026, Jefferson O. Mendoza, Reporter for SiGMA News, sits down with Max Poliakov, SEA Market Growth Lead, PropellerAds. In this insightful Media Zone interview, Poliakov shares insights on innovation, regulation, and the future of iGaming in Asia. This session explores how global operators adapt to fast-changing markets, compliance challenges, and opportunities in the digital economy...

At SiGMA Asia 2026 in Manila, SiGMA News reporter Jefferson O. Mendoza spoke with SEO consultant and contractor Radoslav Georgiev, Gambling SEO services, in the SiGMA Media Zone, about how iGaming operators should approach and adapt to search engine volatility. Georgiev discusses best practices that operators and brands can utilise to strengthen their position in SEO rankings, including diversific...

At SiGMA Asia 2026, Jefferson O. Mendoza, Reporter for SiGMA News, speaks with Erick Su, Head of ArenaPlus at DigiPlus, about the future of sports betting in the Philippines. In this Media Zone interview, Su discusses the country's growing appetite for sports wagering, the challenges of educating new bettors, and the importance of localisation in Asian markets. He also shares his views on pred...

At SiGMA Asia 2026 in Manila, Jefferson O. Medoza, Reporter for SiGMA News, speaks with Keith McDonnell, Director of KMI Group, about the future of iGaming regulation across Asia. McDonnell discusses why the Philippines remains the region’s leading regulated market and examines the prospects for Thailand and Vietnam. He explains the importance of localisation, building partnerships with local stak...

Brazilian poker player Tony Ventura reflects on his early poker success, including finishing 11th in one of the world’s biggest online poker tournaments over 20 years ago. Speaking at the SiGMA Poker Tour, Ventura shares why he believes live poker still offers unmatched networking opportunities and explains how online poker platforms could create stronger player interaction. He also discusses his...

Micaela Yanigro reflects on her emotional run in the Main Event after narrowly missing qualification for Day 2 with just ten players left. Speaking candidly about the highs, lows, and brutal final hand that ended her run, Micaela shares why she is already looking forward to redemption at the tables. She also discusses the importance of women-only poker tournaments, the atmosphere at the IVAs event...

Drea Karlson opens up about her journey from casual player to professional poker ambassador at BiS SiGMA South America 2026 in São Paulo. From learning the game seriously in 2019 to mastering high-pressure tournaments and engaging with industry leaders, Drea shares how poker has become more than a game, it's a platform for networking, growth, and opportunity. She dives into her strategies, fav...

Dive into the intricate world of gaming taxation with Nico Sciberras, Director of Indirect Taxation at the Malta Tax and Customs Administration, on the latest SiGMA Podcast hosted by Franklin Cachia. Discover how recent EU rulings are reshaping VAT obligations for gaming operators, impacting everything from sports betting to payment service providers. Nico breaks down complex compliance challenges...

EGT Digital is celebrating another milestone with the Top Performing Slot Portfolio 2026 award! Andrés shares how a combination of local market expertise, team dedication, and tropicalized content has driven their success across Latin America, particularly in Brazil. With six offices already operational and a seventh opening soon in Paraguay, EGT Digital is setting the pace for innovation and grow...

Paraguay is positioning itself as one of Latin America’s most attractive investment destinations through transparent regulation, low taxation, and a stronger compliance framework. In this interview from the Hall of Game 2026, Óscar Orué discusses the country’s evolving gambling sector, the role of technology in tackling illegal gaming, and how legal certainty is helping attract international inves...

Latin America’s gaming industry is evolving rapidly, and harmonized regulation has never been more crucial. Ricardo Solano, President of the Organización de Juegos de Azar de América (OJADA), shares key insights on how countries can streamline regulation, strengthen compliance, and promote responsible gambling across the region. From lessons learned in Peru and Chile to leveraging economic blocs l...

BETBY celebrates winning the Best Esports Product 2026 award, sharing insights into the company’s continued rise across Latin America and the Brazilian market. In this exclusive interview from the SiGMA Awards, the BETBY team discusses the importance of client collaboration, innovation in virtual games, and what fans can expect ahead of the upcoming World Cup. With new esports and virtual football...

In this exclusive interview from SiGMA South America 2026, Astghik Safaryan, SiGMA News Reporter, sits down with Carla Dualib, Business Manager at SOFTSWISS Brazil, to discuss the rapid growth of Brazil's regulated iGaming market. Carla highlights how SOFTSWISS is playing a key role in shaping the future of sports betting, especially with the upcoming FIFA World Cup, and the importance of responsi...

In this exclusive interview from the SiGMA Americas Summit 2026, Felipe Pessota speaks with Simon Westbury about the rapid evolution of Latin America’s betting landscape. From Brazil’s newly regulated market to the importance of localisation, player protection, and AI-driven compliance tools, Westbury shares insights into what separates long-term operators from short-term entrants. The discussion...

In this exclusive interview brought to you by Cubeia, Simon Isback, Head of Poker at Cubeia Sweden AB, shares his insights into the rapidly evolving world of poker. He discusses the growing collaboration between live events and online poker, highlighting the cultural differences he’s encountered and offering advice for newcomers in the industry. With his passion for poker and vision for its future...

At SiGMA South America 2026, Jordi Sendra, CEO of Alea, unpacks the regulatory transformation shaping Brazil’s iGaming ecosystem. From B2B licensing impacts to infrastructure demands, Sendra outlines how operators and suppliers must adapt to a rapidly evolving framework. The discussion explores Alea’s strategic positioning as a bridge between content providers and operators, highlighting the impor...

JetX is redefining online gaming with an experience-first approach! SiGMA News' Carolina Vallejo speaks with JetX about winning the Best Gaming Experience 2026 award. Discover how their groundbreaking “flying crush” gameplay and user-friendly interface have set a new standard in player engagement. From crafting seamless experiences to staying ahead of market trends, learn what drives their suc...

Fresh from winning Best Game Studio 2026 at the SiGMA Americas 2026 Awards, Amusnet reflects on the discipline, pressure, and relentless hard work driving its success across Latin America. In this exclusive interview, the team discusses what industry recognition means to them, how customer-focused strategies continue to shape growth, and why success only raises the bar even higher. Discover how Am...