Asia
SEM9 Ups the Game with Southeast Asia’s First Esports Hotel
Southeast Asia’s very first Esports Hotel has launched, offering an unparalleled hospitality experience for both gamers and non-gamers alike.
Located in the town of Senai, Johor in Malaysia, the SEM9 Senai Esports Hotel boasts luxurious rooms fitted with the latest in technological facilities.
Developed and built by Southeast Asia SEM9 esports organisation and backed by SEAGM & Aiken Digital, SEM9 Senai aims to bring a brand new concept gaming/esports field. The hotel is a mere 3-minute walk from the Senai International Airport.
“SEM9 Senai proffers the ultimate in comfort, marrying form and function to meet the toughest of needs of not just the best esports teams worldwide, but also to cater to guests of all kinds with a bevy of gaming and non-gaming rooms,” said Tommy Chieng, Chairman of SEM9.
Slay the enemy’s team in style and comfort – gaming rooms are tastefully decked with LED lights to match the vigor with which gamers ooze, whether it’s for a team of two – or more.
Experience the best of a game’s visual splendor with ultra high-performance gaming computers powered by the latest Nvidia graphics (such as the RTX 3090 & 3060 GPU), comfortable gaming chairs, and gaming peripherals so gamers won’t miss that crucial shot that might bag their team that coveted tourney prize.
When it comes to gaming, every second is important – lags, the bane of gamers everywhere, will be a thing of the past as the entire hotel is fitted with high-speed broadband and mobile internet access, be it via WiFi or cable.
Console and mobile gamers won’t feel left out too – there are rooms designed for specially for mobile gamers and fitted with the latest PlayStation 5, together with their DualSense wireless controllers.
Gamers of all creeds can also gear themselves up with the SEM9 Senai’s Merchandise Zone featuring exclusive SEM9 apparel to esports team jerseys, to collectibles.
SEM9 has over 3,000,000 fans across all social networks and now with the introduction of the SEM9 Senai Esports Hotel, is set to reach more fans than ever before to redefine the term “getaway.”
SEM9 Senai’s gaming rooms are available to book now; opening to the public on 1st June 2022 with 122 rooms (including non-gaming rooms). Gaming rooms are available to book in full or half days. Prices start from RM 220 for full day and RM 115 for half day, subject to 6% SST.
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PG Soft signs on as sponsor for SiGMA Asia 2026 in Manila
PG Soft has been named as a sponsor of SiGMA Asia 2026, set to take place at the SMX Convention Center in Manila.
According to the company, the sponsorship package includes branding in the venue lobby and a 60-second branded video broadcast inside the exhibition hall across 14 hanging HD screens during the two-day expo.
PG Soft said the commercial partnership is part of its focus on engaging with Asian markets and supporting SiGMA’s networking aims for the global iGaming community.
A PG Soft spokesperson said: “SiGMA Asia is a must-attend event on the iGaming calendar, and Manila is one of the most exciting markets in the region. We’re very pleased to be supporting this summit and look forward to presenting our brand to the influential audience that SiGMA Asia continues to attract.”
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Altenar
Philippine Sportsbook ArenaPlus Selects Altenar as Technology Provider
Altenar has entered the Philippines’ regulated sports betting market after being selected to power ArenaPlus, the flagship sportsbook platform of DigiPlus Interactive Corp. and the #1 PAGCOR-licensed online sportsbook in the Philippines.
As part of the agreement, ArenaPlus is transitioning its sportsbook operations to Altenar’s advanced, fully-managed sportsbook solution. The platform includes customised betting options for enhanced localisation, fast in-play and live betting, advanced risk management, and compliance controls designed to support a mobile-first market.
Altenar’s in-house statistical model and automated pricing tools ensure a comprehensive player props portfolio on Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) games, alongside faster odds updates, enabling ArenaPlus to further enhance its sports betting experience for users.
The deal further strengthens Altenar’s position as a trusted sportsbook technology provider in regulated markets worldwide, delivering high-performance and adaptable solutions that support operators’ long-term growth. By combining innovation with operational excellence, Altenar is setting the bar for reliability and growth across Asia.
Dinos Stranomitis, COO at Altenar said: “Partnering with DigiPlus to power ArenaPlus marks a key step in our entry into the Philippines, a highly engaged and rapidly growing regulated market. Our fully managed, localised sportsbook delivers the performance, stability, and compliance required in this market.
“This agreement reinforces our ability to support ambitious operators and establishes a solid foundation for long-term growth.”
Erick Su, Head of ArenaPlus, added: “Altenar provides the technical strength and reliability needed to elevate the ArenaPlus sportsbook experience. Their fully-managed solution aligns with our strategy for continued growth in the Philippines, particularly amid the rising demand for live and in-play sports betting.
“With Altenar’s technology in place, we can continue enhancing the player experience while building a partnership focused on long-term and sustainable growth.”
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Asia
PhilWeb Announces the Official Commercial Launch of OKADA PLAY
PhilWeb Corporation announced the official commercial launch of the OKADA PLAY online gaming platform. This launch successfully operationalizes the strategic partnership with Tiger Resort, Leisure and Entertainment Inc., operator of the premium integrated resort Okada Manila.
Powered by PhilWeb’s comprehensive Online Gaming Platform (OGP) solution, OKADA PLAY integrates a full suite of gaming content, scalable platform technology, and robust customer service infrastructure. The platform is delivered within a strictly regulated framework, ensuring compliant and efficient participation in the Philippine digital gaming ecosystem.
The commercial rollout of OKADA PLAY marks a critical milestone in Okada Manila’s broader digital transformation strategy. By successfully converging its land-based luxury gaming experience with digital channels, the initiative is designed to drive omnichannel customer engagement and unlock new, scalable revenue streams beyond the physical property.
“The official launch of OKADA PLAY demonstrates our capability to execute and deploy end-to-end digital infrastructure for the industry’s most recognized luxury brands. We are proud to provide the robust, scalable platform that enables Tiger Resort to extend the premium Okada Manila experience to a growing nationwide audience of digital players,” said Mr. Brian Ng, President of PhilWeb Corporation.
“This launch marks an important step in Okada Manila’s digital expansion as we bring our gaming experience to a wider audience across the Philippines through OKADA PLAY. OKADA PLAY complements our land-based operations and our existing online platform, while PhilWeb’s technology and operational expertise help us deliver a trusted online gaming experience associated with the Okada Manila brand,” said Mr. Nobuki Sato, President and Chief Operating Officer of Okada Manila.
This milestone further solidifies PhilWeb’s track record of deploying integrated technology platform and content solutions for leading regulated operators in the Philippine market, reinforcing the Company’s strategic position at the centre of the industry’s digital evolution.
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