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Established iGaming companies registered in the Philippines transform their payment solutions to digital currency

Some well-known iGaming companies have suspended their deposits and operations on the grounds of security reasons, which has caused a severe impact on their income Due to the stepped up efforts of Chinese government to crack down on gambling activities and the increasing risk of using RMB for online gambling activities, some established iGaming companies…

Any POGO failing to settle outstanding debts in taxes would not be allowed to reopen

The Philippine government would never tolerate the tax evasion of POGO companies Malacañang Palace, Philippines – Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque, in an official broadcast, stated that any POGO that fails to settle any outstanding debts in taxes would not be allowed to reopen. 

Sun City Group announces soft opening for Hoiana integrated resort on June 28

The Hoiana IR will open part of its facilities during the soft opening An 18-hole golf course, designed by well-known architect Robert Trent Jones Jr., was officially opened on March 2, 2020.

Singapore’s Marina Bay and Resorts World to reopen

Marina Bay Sands will “resume operations progressively” starting today with nearly 200 retail and restaurant outlets to reopen Marina Bay Sands and Resorts World Sentosa will partially reopen as Singapore enters Phase 2 earlier this week, allowing resumption of operations for retail businesses, restaurants, sporting and public facilities, playgrounds, beaches, stadiums, swimming complexes, sports halls and gyms. 

[WATCH] Focus India: is iGaming on the Rise? | SiGMA Asia Digital

India is a fast-growing market in Asia, which is why SiGMA insisted on having a panel focussed specifically on the region during the SiGMA Digital summit. Speaking on the panel were Jaydeep Chakravartty, Vice President of Commercial at NEKTAN, Varun Mahna, Founder of PokerDangal, and Johan Stryren, CEO at Dilanti Media. Moderating the panel was…

[WATCH] Affiliate and junket traffic, influencer marketing and beyond borders | SiGMA Asia (Digital)

Marketing beyond borders, the in-depth conference geared towards affiliate, junket traffic and influencer marketing  Charles Herisson (CEO, Betadvisor) and Katja Nordstrand (Head of affiliates, Poshfriends) discuss marketing beyond borders moderated by Michael Caselli (founder and editor in chief, iGB).

Gaming smarter – The opportunities for sports betting in the new normal

The world of sports betting thrives on the thrills and excitement of playing against the odds Written by Cardpay

A metamorphosis for Suncity

Suncity to diversify IR portfolio across Asia in the future Alvin Chau, Suncity Group Chairman in his letter to shareholders in the company’s annual report stated that he envisions his company to diversify their portfolio of integrated resorts across Asia’s major jurisdictions in the near future. 

Focus Philippines and Asea: Asia’s undisputed hub for iGaming

How has the Philippines emerged as a hub for iGaming in Asia? Keith McDonnell (CEO, KMIgaming), Allen Yan (Director & Founder, Spade 9) and Saxon Shadford (Director, Avalon Marketing Services ltd) dive into a deep discussion on the development and potential of the Philippines as an undisputed hub for iGaming during SiGMA’s digital summit. This…

Post-summit blues – SiGMA Asia Digital summit round-up

The SiGMA Squad hopes you enjoyed the experience as much as we did, and, as post-summit blues set in, we wanted to leave you with the best moments and highlights from the three days of non-stop discussion and debate! During these three days at the SiGMA Digital summit, we had over 100 speakers, taking part…