Katy Micallef

3 weeks ago | sigma.world | Katy Micallef

Ariel Ho Kjaer unpacks the Metaverse’s gaming downfall and reveals how Web3 could redefine player engagement, ownership, and digital immersion for the next generation in a keynote on the second day of SiGMA Asia.

3 weeks ago | sigma.world | Katy Micallef

Industry veteran Sean McCamley, Founder & Managing Partner of Euro Pacific Asia Consulting,  opened a keynote that would challenge long-held assumptions about gaming, gambling, and entertainment in Southeast Asia. With over 40 years in the global casino industry and two decades immersed in online gaming as a consultant, operator, and investor, McCamley brought a wealth of insight to an emerging, billion-dollar opportunity: social gaming. Social gaming isn’t new.

3 weeks ago | sigma.world | Katy Micallef

Following the tremendous success of last year’s retreat in South Korea, the SiGMA Land-Based Retreat returned for its second edition – this time, bringing the region’s top-tier operators together in Manila, Philippines, in collaboration with PAGCOR. Held alongside SiGMA Asia 2025, the retreat set a new benchmark for exclusivity, insight, and industry impact within the land-based gaming sector.

3 weeks ago | sigma.world | Katy Micallef

During a special luncheon, held for the second time during the SiGMA Asia event, the Global Gaming Awards Asia-Pacific 2025 announced its winners in an elegant ceremony at the Conrad Manila. Following a voting process overseen by KPMG in the Crown Dependancies, finalists for the 10 accolades were chosen by an impressive judging panel, made up of over 30 experts with deep knowledge of the APAC region.

3 weeks ago | sigma.world | Katy Micallef

SiGMA Asia 2025 officially opened its conference doors today with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, marking the first day of the highly anticipated summit and conference. The event was graced by the Ambassador of Malta to China, H.E. John Busuttil, CEO of SiGMA Group, Emily Micallef, and Managing Director for SiGMA Asia, Neil Shih joining him on stage. The Ambassador proceeded with warm words of welcome, before officially cutting the ribbon.