ASEAN Gaming Summit 2026

ASEAN Gaming Summit 2026 returns to Manila for its seventh edition, bringing together the leading players of the Asian gaming industry. Over three days, the Philippine capital becomes a hub for strategic decisions, deal-making, partnerships, and shaping key market trends.

Scale & Audience

• 5,500+ participants from across the region.
• 270+ speakers — from company executives to regulators.
• 320+ sessions, 40+ hours of hands-on workshops, and 165+ exhibitors.
• 370+ successful sponsorship deals over past editions.

Who Should Attend

• Land-based and online casino operators: insights on customer acquisition, emerging trends, and regulatory changes across the Asia-Pacific region.
• Content and platform providers: direct access to key clients and partners, showcasing solutions on the exhibition floor.
• Payment companies & fintechs: understanding regional payment preferences, including crypto and local payment methods.
• Regulators and legal experts: knowledge exchange, legislative updates, and best practices in oversight.
• Consultants, analysts, media, and marketers: industry insights and opportunities for interviews with top executives.

Program Highlights

• May 6: Practical workshops for specialized participant groups and welcome evening at the 8th floor of the venue.
• May 7: Main conference day with exhibition, panel discussions, key market analysis, technological trends, VIP-to-mass-market shifts, and regulatory impacts. Evening events: invitation-only poker tournament and the Asia Gaming Awards ceremony.
• May 8: Continued conference sessions and exhibition, discussion of long-term market trends, and closing ASEAN Wrap-Up Party.

Key Speakers 2026

• Alejandro Tengco (PAGCOR): Chairman & CEO, shaping the Philippine gaming landscape.
• Ricky Bañaga (DFNN): Lottery and gaming technology solutions.
• Daniel Cecilio (PAGCOR): Regulatory insights on the industry’s future.
• Sudhir Kale (GamePlan Consultants): Strategic growth in Asian gaming markets.
• Marcus Maso (Jumio), Dan Harrison (Fast Track), Brian Ng (PhilWeb), Quinton Singleton (PXerox), Evan Spightma (Casino Plus) — regional technology and operations experts.

Participant Profile

Operators, content providers, payment companies, regulators, consultants, and media. Geography spans Philippines, Macau, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Japan, South Korea, Australia, and India. Many attendees are C-level executives and decision-makers managing strategy and investments.

Registration & Participation

• Delegates: full access to conference sessions, panels, and networking.
• Sponsors: exhibition, presentations, branding, and meetings with potential clients.
• Early registration: secures priority seating and special rates.

Logistics & Venue

• Venue: Shangri-La The Fort, Bonifacio Global City — a 5-star hotel with panoramic views, restaurants, fitness facilities, and convenient airport access (transfer, Grab, taxis).
• Accommodation: special group rates available for summit participants.

Why Attend ASEAN Gaming Summit 2026

• Direct access to key players in the Asian gaming market.
• Comprehensive overview of trends and technologies.
• Practical insights on regulation, payments, and operations.
• Gain in three days market understanding that would otherwise take months.

ASEAN Gaming Summit 2026 is a strategic platform for anyone aiming to stay at the center of the Asian gaming industry and shape the future of the market.