iGaming World: Day to Day

EP546: Could India’s gaming regulation shape Asia’s iGaming future?

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 toward future market structure. Japneet also explains why compliance and innovation should work together through strong product fit, UI, and UX. Looking ahead, he highlights payments and behavioral AI as key forces shaping the future of iGaming. Connect with the iGaming community: https://linktr.ee/sigmaworld

EP545: How unified data is reshaping omni-channel gaming?

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 across mobile, online, and retail environments. Pettemerides also discusses how operators can navigate regulatory complexities by partnering with compliant platform providers and highlights the Philippines’ progress under PAGCOR as a model for responsible multi-channel regulation in Southeast Asia. Connect with the iGaming community: https://linktr.ee/sigmaworld

EP544: The Future of Sports Content & Fan Engagement

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 live hosts, leaderboards, and gamification features that drive long-term player engagement. The conversation explores opportunities in the Philippines' young, mobile-first market, regulatory challenges facing the gaming sector, and the growing importance of aggregation platforms in the future of sports and entertainment rights. Connect with the iGaming community: https://linktr.ee/sigmaworld

EP543: AI drives iGaming growth in Southeast Asia

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. Connect with the iGaming community: https://linktr.ee/sigmaworld

EP542: How should operators approach search engine volatility?

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 diversification and exploring new options, while also closely observing relevant developments. In this interview, Georgiev also offers his insight as to how SEO trends are developing and how AI may impact search results in the coming years. Connect with the iGaming community: https://linktr.ee/sigmaworld