Eventus International has confirmed that SPiCE International 2026 will take place November 12-13 in Cebu, Philippines, bringing operators, suppliers, investors, regulators, government officials, technology companies, and other gaming industry participants together for a two-day exhibition and conference.
The conference program will address artificial intelligence, payments, infrastructure, product market fit, market access, investment, regulation, emerging entertainment verticals and technologies affecting the gaming industry across Asia. The sessions are intended to examine operator purchasing priorities, approaches for suppliers seeking to expand across Asian markets and areas where commercial opportunities are developing.
Confirmed industry participants include Akili Polee, CEO of DeFiX/Gwallet; Alex Czajkowski, CEO of Players Today; Amandine Vu, product manager at MediaPro; Crystal Nadal, head of business development for Asia at Tom Horn Gaming; Harmen Brenninkmeijer, executive chairman of NYCE International Plc; Jared Valarao, managing director of Lakandula Holdings Pte. Ltd.; Joe Pisano, CEO of Jade Group of Companies; senior gaming consultants John Ross Calderon and Jonas Diego; and Krishna Tanwani, founder and CEO of Analytiks Inc. Additional speakers are expected to be announced.
Czajkowski said the format allows participants to engage directly with speakers and other attendees. “SPiCE is a highly interactive conference where you can dive deeper with presenters on stage or easily afterwards. You can get real answers here.”
The exhibition will include gaming suppliers, platform providers, payment companies, artificial intelligence specialists, fintech companies and other technology businesses. Products and services will be demonstrated on the exhibition floor, with suppliers and buyers using the event for commercial discussions and the introduction of new technologies.
The event comes as gaming operators across Asia increase investment in digital transformation while addressing localization, compliance, infrastructure and player acquisition requirements. Developments in artificial intelligence, esports, social gaming, creator-led entertainment and prediction markets are also creating new areas of activity across regional gaming markets.
One feature of the 2026 program will be the Gaming Leadership Forum, which will examine the role of women as players, creators, entrepreneurs and executives within the gaming sector.
Nadal, who is scheduled to participate in the forum panel, said: “Excited to be part of SPiCE International, where I’ll be joining the Gaming Leadership Forum panel to explore how women are not just participating in gaming but are redefining it as players, creators, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders. I look forward to sharing ideas on building a more innovative and inclusive future for our industry.”
The Philippines continues to play a key role in Asia’s gaming market, with Cebu selected as the location for this year’s gathering. Diego said developments in the country could have implications elsewhere in Southeast Asia.
“The Philippine gaming industry is evolving at a rapid pace, and the changes made here could signal what’s next for emerging markets in the Southeast Asian Region. SPiCE International in Cebu could give you crucial insight into the future of the region.”
Pisano also commented on Eventus International’s return to Cebu: “Great to see Eventus International returning to Cebu, Philippines, and bringing the industry together once again. It’s a strong vote of confidence in the country’s thriving gaming sector and its growing importance in Asia.”
The event is expected to attract senior decision-makers from operators, regulatory bodies, government, investment firms, gaming software providers, payment and fintech companies, artificial intelligence and technology businesses, affiliates, consultancies and business development organizations.
Exhibitors will have access to senior buyers seeking products, technology and commercial partners, while delegates will be able to review industry technologies, obtain market information and meet participants involved in Asia’s gaming sector.
Delegate, sponsorship and exhibition packages are available for organizations seeking to participate in the event. Registration is available at https://www.spiceseries.com/si.
Sponsorship and exhibition inquiries can be directed to Lou-Mari Burnett, chief operating officer of Eventus International, at [email protected] or +27 82 907 5850.