SiGMA South Asia 2025 Expo: Sri Lanka is gearing up to welcome the iGaming and tech community as SiGMA South Asia 2025 makes its debut in Colombo from 30 to 02 December 2025. With the country quickly developing into a hotspot for integrated resorts and responsible tourism, this launch event at the Lumina Ballroom at Cinnamon Life is set to deliver strong business traffic, expert insights and unbeatable networking for anyone looking to tap into the region’s fast-expanding gaming scene.
Here’s a closer look at what you can expect at the expo.
A Venue Designed for Collaboration
Cinnamon Life, one of Colombo’s standout lifestyle destinations, will host the event. The property offers plenty for delegates, from 12 unique restaurants and bars to three outdoor pools, a shopping mall, a wellness center and even a kids club, making it easy to mix business with downtime.
The venue provides 160,000 square feet of meeting space, and the spacious Lumina Ballroom can welcome thousands of attendees. With a large pre-function area, private meeting rooms, convenient parking and direct elevator and escalator access, the setup is ideal for smooth movement and customized events.
The expo floor itself is built as a central hub for the entire industry. A single main stage, the SiGMA/AIBC stage, will host keynotes, panels and fireside conversations. Visitors will also find a Media Zone, a Platinum and VIP Lounge and several pre-registration areas to keep entry simple and quick. Networking dinners, a major gala awards night and a lively closing party add extra opportunities to connect beyond the expo floor.
SiGMA South Asia brings together global partners such as Focus Gaming News, ABC World Media, Casino Life, CIO Review, Esimatic, Gaming Intelligence, CCRASIA, Gioco News, Yogonet and many others. C-level casino operators attending any SiGMA event in 2025 can enjoy complimentary VIP passes, giving them direct access to top decision-makers.
Inside the Expo Floor
The exhibition and conference areas will span the Lumina Ballroom and the connected pre-function zones, open to all ticket holders. Key highlights include:
• Platinum Lounge. Open to Platinum ticket holders, this lounge serves breakfast, lunch and alcoholic beverages from 3 pm. Networking drinks are available from 3 pm to 6 pm.
• Food Station. All ticket holders can enjoy light breakfast snacks starting 30 minutes before the official opening.
• Conference Stage. Located in the Pre-Function Lobby, this stage will feature expert sessions, panels and keynote talks.
Attendees can also check the full floorplan to easily find exhibitors, networking areas and media zones, ensuring every meeting and session is within reach.
Speakers and Sessions to Look Forward To
This year’s speaker lineup brings together influential voices from across gaming and tech, offering plenty of insights and thought-provoking conversations. Delegates will hear from well-known figures including H.E. Reuben Gauci, Malta’s High Commissioner to India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh and Ambassador to Nepal, Joe Pisano, Founder and CEO of Jade Entertainment Technology and Brady Hiscox, Managing Director of Costanta Technology Group.
Industry perspectives will also come from experts like Harmen Brenninkmeijer, Executive Chairman of NYCE International, Jay Sayta, a leading Technology and Gaming Lawyer, and Jaydeep Chakravartty, Gaming Consultant and former member of the Meghalaya Gaming Commission in India. Legal knowledge will be provided by Pranati Pandit, Advocate at MMB Legal, with additional strategic insights from Deepanshul Rana. Operational and management viewpoints will be shared by Katerina Shepetenko, Managing Partner at Legal Pilot, and Alena Tsuranova, CCO of Megafair.
Many more speakers will join the stage throughout the event to discuss everything from regulatory updates to new technologies and growth opportunities across South Asia.
Panel topics include:
• The Gambling Regulatory Bill and the next phase for iGaming in Sri Lanka
• Tourism and casino growth across South Asia
• Blockchain and AI regulation
• The future of digital transactions
• Women in the gaming industry
Delegates can expect practical insights, policy-focused discussions and strategic guidance from leaders shaping the future of the industry.
Sri Lanka’s Rise in the South Asian Gaming Landscape
With new integrated resorts on the horizon and a growing focus on responsible tourism, Sri Lanka is steadily becoming a major destination in the region, comparable to hubs like Singapore, Macau and Manila. SiGMA South Asia gives attendees the chance to meet industry leaders, explore promising business opportunities and engage with a market that’s gaining significant influence across the gaming world.
Delegates can look forward to:
• Exclusive networking dinners for meaningful one-on-one conversations
• Celebrated awards and auctions honoring standout achievements
• A vibrant closing party to wrap up the week
Sri Lanka’s strong global flight connections make it easy for international participants to attend, reinforcing Colombo’s position as a key gateway to South Asia.
A New Benchmark for Regional Gaming Events
With its mix of top-tier networking, valuable thought leadership and strong business potential, SiGMA South Asia 2025 is set to raise the bar for gaming events in the region. Whether you’re an operator, affiliate, tech provider or investor, the expo floor offers everything you need to gain insights, build partnerships and discover the next big opportunities in South Asia’s evolving iGaming landscape.
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