{"id":777003743,"date":"2023-03-27T13:23:20","date_gmt":"2023-03-27T16:23:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/focusgn.com\/asia-pacific\/?p=777003743"},"modified":"2026-04-22T23:24:42","modified_gmt":"2026-04-23T02:24:42","slug":"pagcors-alejandro-tengco-confirmed-to-headline-sigma-asia-summit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/focusgn.com\/asia-pacific\/pagcors-alejandro-tengco-confirmed-to-headline-sigma-asia-summit","title":{"rendered":"PAGCOR\u2019s Alejandro Tengco confirmed to headline SiGMA Asia summit"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Regulatory and industry leaders come together to shape the future of gaming in South East Asia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p>Press release.- <strong>SiGMA Group<\/strong> is pleased to announce that <a href=\"https:\/\/focusgn.com\/asia-pacific\/pagcor-chairman-and-ceo-to-deliver-opening-keynote-at-asean-gaming-summit\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"777003433\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PAGCOR<\/a> chairman and CEO <strong>Alejandro H. Tengco<\/strong> will be delivering the opening keynote address at the upcoming <strong>SiGMA Asia<\/strong> conference in Manila taking place from the 19th to the 22nd of July.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/focusgn.com\/asia-pacific\/philippines-president-appoints-new-pagcor-ceo-and-coo\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"32870\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tengco<\/a>, who only recently took over the reins of the Philippines\u2019 gaming regulatory body from chairwoman <strong>Andrea Domingo<\/strong>, will join a prestigious lineup of experts and thought leaders in gaming and the emerging tech industry. SiGMA Asia\u2019s conference will provide an opportunity for professionals in their respective fields to come together, share ideas, learn about the latest trends and innovations, and network with one another.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Neil Shih<\/strong>, SiGMA Managing Director for the Asian Region commented on this saying \u201cWe are thrilled to have chairman Tengco join us as the opening keynote speaker for SiGMA Asia. His participation is a testament to our commitment to providing top-tier events in the gaming industry. With his extensive experience and knowledge in the industry, we are confident that chairman Tengco\u2019s insights will contribute significantly to the success of the conference. We look forward to delivering what\u2019s in store for our delegates for SiGMA Asia and to making this a truly memorable experience for everyone involved.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Apart from being a clear stamp of approval from <strong>PAGCOR<\/strong>, Alejandro H. Tengco\u2019s involvement in SiGMA Group\u2019s conference is a testament to his dedication to the growth and success of the gaming industry in the region. This is a significant development for SiGMA and marks a major milestone in the Group\u2019s efforts to establish itself as a leading provider of top-tier events in the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With chairman Tengco\u2019s participation, SiGMA Asia is poised to deliver even more value to attendees. His keynote address aims to spark important discussions about the future of the gaming industry in South East Asia. Tengco\u2019s considerable knowledge, experience, and hard work in the industry will provide invaluable insights into the challenges and opportunities that are facing the gaming industry in the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SiGMA Asia\u2019s registration is booming and with a packed floor plan, this summit has quickly become one of the premier events for the gaming industry in the region. With a number of key speakers already on board, interest is fast growing.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Regulatory and industry leaders come together to shape the future of gaming in South East Asia.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":226,"featured_media":777003744,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"is_press_release":true,"is_interview":false,"is_opinion":false,"focusai_summary":"The SiGMA Asia conference in Manila will feature PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco as the opening keynote speaker, signaling significant regulatory endorsement for the event. His participation is expected to provide critical insights into the future of the iGaming industry in Southeast Asia, addressing both challenges and opportunities. This event underscores SiGMA Group's strategic positioning as a key industry convener in the region.","focusai_entities":"SiGMA Group, PAGCOR, Alejandro H. 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