Asia
Revenant Esports onboards distinguished athlete Tejas Sawant to reinforce its Valorant roster

The renowned veteran’s signing further bolsters the Valorant roster of Revenant Esports for upcoming tournaments with the team also roping in the prominent duelist Sahil “1TaPGoD” Duble recently
Revenant Esports, one of India’s leading and fastest-growing Esports organizations, have signed Tejas Sawant, one of the most notable names from the Valorant community in order to establish their name as the country’s most dominant team in the title.
Sawant, popularly known as “rite2ace” is a celebrated veteran of the Valorant community who is renowned for his attacking supremacy and his consistent triumphs in numerous tournaments. His unique skill set and ability to single-handedly influence games will come in handy for Revenant Esports in their upcoming tournaments.
Revenant Esports is one of India’s substantial teams in the Valorant title and has flourished in the Esports title since its roster’s inception. Led by skipper Saaransh Dang (Whimp) their roster consists of players of top-notch quality that led them to the Esports Club Community Cup title earlier this year.
“We are extremely happy to welcome Tejas Sawant to our Revenant Esports family. Everyone in the Esports community is well aware of his name and the signing of such a high-profile player is going to strengthen our team. With Valorant picking up immense popularity in India, we aim to become one of the dominant teams in the title and this signing is a significant step taken in order to accomplish our goal. I am confident that we are going to achieve immense success with Sawant in the team and would like to wish our entire roster all the best for the upcoming tournaments.”, said Rohit Jagasia, Founder and CEO of Revenant Esports.
Sawant, a former CS:GO professional has previously represented Team Velocity Gaming and won the Skyesports Pro Invitational, TEC Challenger Series and VCC 2022: Stage 1 earlier this year. In his recent triumph at the Skyesports Pro Invitational S2, he recorded 233 kills and 89 assists in 16 maps and accumulated an impressive K/D ratio of 1.14 in the entire tournament.
Expressing his joy on signing for Revenant Esports Sawant said, “It feels really amazing to join a team of Revenant Esports’ caliber which has achieved unbelievable growth in such a short period of time. I have thoroughly enjoyed my time in Valorant with my previous organization and look forward to this new chapter of my career. I hope that my vast amount of experience can assist the team in achieving glory and emerging as one of the top teams in the title. I cannot wait to meet my new teammates and rigorously practice as well as formulate strategies for the major tournaments in store.”
After Sawant’s addition, Revenant Esports’ Valorant roster will be as follows,
- Saaransh “Whimp” Dang
- Shailesh “blackhawk” Dalvi
- Kasif “Paradox” Sayyed
- Enrico “Ching” Perez
- Joshua “JoshS” Santos
- Sahil “1TaPGoD” Duble
- Tejas “rite2ace” Sawant
With the additions of 1TaPGoD and rite2ace, Revenant Esports are forging a supreme roster of extremely talented individuals which will help them scale remarkable milestones in Valorant not just in India but also globally.
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PAGCOR Enforces Accreditation for All iGaming Service Providers by 2026

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The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has given gaming affiliates, developers and support service providers until early 2026 to comply with its newly implemented B2B Accreditation Framework, a regulatory system that formalises participation in the iGaming supply chain.
Companies that submit applications by December 31, 2025, will qualify for a three-year initial accreditation, while unaccredited foreign content providers face removal from licensed platforms after March 31, 2026.
The framework, which took effect on October 2, sets mandatory accreditation requirements for all third-party entities providing gaming content, systems or technical support to PAGCOR-licensed operators.
Accreditation covers several categories, including gaming affiliates, game content providers (GCPs) and support service providers (SSPs). Gaming affiliates may act as aggregators that distribute multiple game titles to operators, while GCPs are developers or studios supplying electronic game software or live-streamed content.
Accreditation is valid for two years from the date of PAGCOR Board approval, an increase from the previous one-year term.
Foreign data or content streaming providers that fail to secure accreditation by the March 2026 deadline will have their content deemed “non-compliant and unauthorized.” They may appoint a Philippine-registered company or a PAGCOR-accredited Gaming System Administrator as their exclusive distributor instead of setting up a local office.
PAGCOR has warned that licensed operators using unaccredited service providers may face sanctions.
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Aquisitions/Mergers
Gregorio Araneta to Sell its Entire 57% Stake in PhilWeb to Nexora Holdings and Velora Holdings

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Philippine eGames provider PhilWeb’s principal shareholder Gregorio Araneta Inc (GAINC) is going to sell its entire 57% stake in PhilWeb to Nexora Holdings Inc and Velora Holdings Inc for a total consideration of Php1.8 billion (US$30.8 million), representing 829,574,354 common shares.
GAINC is owned by Gregorio “Greggy” Araneta III, a member of the powerful Araneta family and the brother-in-law of Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
Given that the transaction would involve control of more than 35% of the outstanding voting shares of PhilWeb, the buyers will be required to conduct a mandatory tender offer to remaining shareholders to acquire full control of the company as per local laws.
PhilWeb noted that the buyers are closely linked to the company, with current PhilWeb President & Director Edgar Brian K. Ng also serving as President, Chairman & a Director of Nexora, while current PhilWeb Vice Chairman and Director Crisanto Roy B. Alcid is a Director and the Treasurer of Nexora.
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ArenaPlus
DigiPlus Announces Partnership with Bayad

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DigiPlus Interactive Corp. (DigiPlus), the pioneer in digital entertainment in the Philippines, announced an exclusive partnership with Bayad, a trusted authority in bills payment services, to expand over-the-counter (OTC) or physical payment options for players of BingoPlus, ArenaPlus and GameZone.
The partnership was formally signed on October 8, 2025, led by top executives from both companies: Eusebio H. Tanco, Chairman of DigiPlus; Jasper Vicencio, President of AB Leisure Exponent Inc., a subsidiary of DigiPlus; Ray C. Espinosa, Chairman of Bayad; and Lawrence Y. Ferrer, President and CEO of Bayad. The agreement is effective immediately, making DigiPlus Bayad’s only gaming partner for OTC cash transactions.
Through this collaboration, DigiPlus customers gain access to Bayad’s extensive network of payment touchpoints, present across 800+ Bayad Center branches and Bayad Partners in malls, supermarkets and convenience stores nationwide.
Bayad is accredited by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) as an Electronic Money Issuer (EMI). DigiPlus partners only with BSP-accredited payment channels in accordance with the requirements of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), ensuring that all player wallet transactions are processed through secure and compliant payment platforms.
BingoPlus, ArenaPlus and GameZone players can now make cash-ins or deposits through Bayad. Additional features including cash-outs or withdrawals and access through the Bayad App will be rolled out in next phases, providing DigiPlus customers with more options to manage their funds conveniently and safely.
“At DigiPlus, our priority is to deliver engaging entertainment while ensuring safe and reliable services for our players. This partnership with Bayad provides customers with more secure and convenient ways to manage their transactions, reinforcing our commitment to player protection and dependable service at every touchpoint,” said Eusebio H. Tanco, Chairman of DigiPlus Interactive Corp.
“Today, we take another meaningful step forward through our partnership with DigiPlus. Together, we’re expanding access to digital channels and offering new, engaging, and responsible ways for Filipinos to experience convenience and entertainment made possible by accessible and inclusive financial services,” said Atty. Ray C. Espinosa, Chairman of the Board at Bayad.
The Bayad payment channels partnership adds to DigiPlus’ growing customer service network and player support, which already includes its in-house 24/7 customer support, 130+ physical BingoPlus stores nationwide and a surety bond for player wallets. These expanding service touchpoints reflect DigiPlus’ continued commitment to delivering digital entertainment with safe, reliable and accessible service for Filipinos.
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