00:0023:00
DELEGATES ARRIVAL
Arrival day for delegates.
About SiGMA South Asia 2026
SiGMA South Asia is SiGMA Group's regional summit for the gaming and iGaming industry across South Asia. After its debut in Colombo in 2025, which coincided with Sri Lanka launching its new Gambling Regulatory Authority, the event returns for a second edition from 30 November to 2 December 2026 at Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams, the city's waterfront integrated resort. The programme opens on 30 November with delegate arrivals and the SiGMA South Asia Awards night, followed by two days of exhibition and conference on 1 and 2 December. The single SiGMA Stage agenda covers market entry across South Asia, public-private dialogue on regulation, Sri Lanka's tourism economy, player acquisition and retention, cricket, KYC and fraud, payments and funding, with networking drinks for Platinum ticket holders. The organiser targets around 5,000 delegates, including roughly 1,000 operators and 850 affiliates, with more than 100 speakers and over 150 exhibitors and sponsors. Licensed operators and affiliates can apply for complimentary passes.
iGamingOnline CasinoSports BettingLand-based CasinoAffiliates & MarketingPaymentsRegulation & ComplianceTechnology & Platforms
SiGMA South Asia 2026 speakers
9Harmen BrenninkmeijerExecutive ChairmanNYCE InternationalJared ValaraoManaging DirectorLakandula Holdings Pte. LtdJoe PisanoFounder & CEOJade Entertainment and Gaming TechnologiesMahesh Madan BhatFounderMMB LegalMoises YcotCountry Manager, PhilippinesSumsubPrasun BhadaniGeneral Manager of IndiaSportradarShiva NandyFounder & CEOSkyesportsTommy GibbonsCOOCasino Marina ColomboTroy Nyi NyiSVP & GM, APACSEON Technologies
SiGMA South Asia 2026 agenda
28 sessions19:0023:00
SiGMA AWARDS
Welcome reception and awards registration from 20:00, ceremony from 21:00; lounge/suit dress code, for Platinum holders and table sponsors.
10:0018:00
EXHIBITION - DAY 1
First day of the exhibition floor, open to all ticket holders.
11:0011:05
Welcome to SiGMA South Asia Day 1!
Opening remarks for the first conference day.
11:0511:35
Scaling Across South Asia Without Losing Local Relevance
How operators expand across South Asian markets while staying locally relevant.
11:3512:00
A New Blueprint for Gaming in South Asia
Discussion of a new framework for the region's gaming industry.
12:0512:30
Building Sustainable Markets Through Public-Private Dialogue
Government and industry cooperation for sustainable gaming markets.
12:3013:00
Inaugural Ribbon-cutting Ceremony
Official opening ceremony of the summit.
13:0513:35
Sri Lanka's Tourism Economy Is Expanding Its Playbook
How Sri Lanka's tourism economy is broadening, including integrated resorts.
13:3514:05
The New Rules of Player Acquisition: Discovery Has Changed Everything
How player discovery and acquisition channels have shifted.
14:0514:30
Every Swipe Is a Competitor: Winning the Battle for Screen Time
Competing for player attention against other digital entertainment.
14:3515:05
What Makes Players Stay? Beyond Bonuses and First Deposits
Player retention strategies beyond promotional incentives.
15:0018:00
NETWORKING DRINKS
Networking drinks for Platinum ticket holders.
15:0515:30
Converting Traffic Into Revenue: The Operator Growth Equation
Turning acquired traffic into operator revenue.
15:3516:00
The Business of Cricket Beyond Match Day: Turning Fandom into Value
Commercial opportunities around cricket fandom.
10:0018:00
EXHIBITION - DAY 2
Second day of the exhibition floor, open to all ticket holders.
11:0011:05
Welcome to SiGMA South Asia!
Opening remarks for the second conference day.
11:0511:35
AI vs Fraudsters: Has KYC Entered an Arms Race?
AI in identity verification and fraud prevention.
11:3512:05
Keeping Pace with Borderless Online Gambling
Regulatory and business challenges of cross-border online gambling.
12:1012:40
Same Bet. Different Odds: Do Winning Strategies Really Travel?
Whether strategies that work in one market transfer to others.
12:4013:10
Built for South Asia: Designing Products Players Actually Want
Product design for South Asian players.
12:4013:10
Payments That Players Never Notice
Seamless payment experiences for players.
13:4514:15
Funding Growth in a More Selective Market
Raising capital and investment in a more selective funding climate.
14:1514:45
The Intelligence Advantage: Turning Data into Better Decisions
Using data and intelligence for business decisions.
14:4515:15
The Next Move: Where Does Gaming Go From Here?
Roundtable on the future direction of the gaming industry.
15:0018:00
NETWORKING DRINKS
Networking drinks for Platinum ticket holders.
15:2015:50
The SiGMA Quiz Challenge
Closing quiz challenge on the main stage.
00:0023:00
DELEGATES DEPARTURE
Departure day for delegates.
Exhibitors at SiGMA South Asia 2026
2 listed on Gamitas
Also exhibiting: 0xProcessing, 1xbet, 2J, 5 Star iGaming Media, 911 Payments, ADWA, BetConstruct AI, CP Games, Casino City, Creedroomz, Digitain, Everest Games, Hinerpay, Huidu, ICESUPER, JILI, K36, Kiss Gaming, Laaffic, Metablock Technologies LLP, Moneliq, My Gaming License / MGL, Playvium, SILKPAY, SkyPhoenix, Spadegaming, Texcell, The Net Wallet, Tuvalu, White Label Casino, WhiteCliff, Yellow Bat, Zenith
SiGMA South Asia 2026 awards
21 entriesBest Affiliate
Best Affiliate Network
Best Affiliate Program
Best Cricket Betting Product
Best Game Studio
Best Live Betting Product
Best Live Casino Provider
Best Localised Game Content
Best Mobile Casino Experience
Best Online Casino
Best Online Payment Services
Best Online Sportsbook
Best Online Sportsbook Provider
Best Platform Provider
Best Player Engagement
Best Slot Game Provider
Best Virtual Sports Provider
Industry Rising Star
New Casino Game
Outstanding Contribution to Gaming
Outstanding Crypto Entrepreneur
SiGMA South Asia 2026 news
3SiGMA South Asia 2025 marks a major milestone in the region welcoming 2,500 delegates
SiGMA's recap of the first SiGMA South Asia in Colombo, which it says drew 2,500 delegates from gaming, tech and affiliate sectors. It highlights the timing with Sri Lanka's new gambling regulator, the awards night and a charity auction for cyclone relief.
SiGMA South Asia opens its doors as Sri Lanka launches regulated iGaming
The first day of the 2025 summit coincided with Sri Lanka's Gambling Regulatory Authority starting operations. The article outlines the legislation behind the new single regulator and the government's interest in a regulated gaming sector.
SiGMA South Asia Awards honour industry excellence and innovation
Report on the inaugural SiGMA South Asia Awards held at Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams. Winners included Spribe, PG SOFT, 1xBet and BetConstruct, and the evening featured an art auction for communities hit by severe weather.
SiGMA South Asia 2026 FAQs
6When and where is SiGMA South Asia 2026?
It runs from 30 November to 2 December 2026 at Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams, No. 15 Justice Akbar Mawatha, Colombo. The awards night is on 30 November and the exhibition and conference run on 1 and 2 December.
Can operators and affiliates attend for free?
Yes. Licensed gambling operators can apply for a complimentary pass (applications are reviewed and non-operators are rejected), and affiliates and land-based operators can register for a free Standard pass with proof of activity or licence.
What is the nearest airport and how do I get to the venue?
The nearest airport is Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). The organiser suggests ride-hailing apps such as PickMe, with a typical journey of 35-60 minutes depending on traffic.
Is there WiFi at the summit?
Yes, free WiFi is available to all delegates and exhibitors across the three days.
Can I upgrade my ticket?
Yes. Standard and Premium ticket holders can upgrade to unlock extra benefits, including VIP activities during the event.
What is the weather like in Colombo in early December?
Usually hot and humid, with short tropical showers and thunderstorms possible and humidity highest in the evenings.