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The fourth edition of AIBC Asia 2026 arrives at a decisive moment for Asia’s rapidly evolving technology industry. Southeast Asia’s digital economy is projected to surpass $300 billion in gross merchandise value, driven by rapid adoption of e-commerce, fintech and AI-powered services.
At the same time, regional policymakers are working to harmonise digital trade frameworks and strengthen regulatory cooperation across borders.
Against this backdrop, AIBC Asia 2026 in Manila serves as a key meeting point for industry leaders navigating innovation, governance and market expansion in one of the world’s fastest-growing digital ecosystems.
From 31st May to 4th June, thousands of operators, regulators, policymakers, investors and innovators will gather at the SMX Convention Centre for three days of debate, deal-making and insight. With a programme built around regulation, stablecoins, sports and tech and prediction markets, the agenda is designed to spark conversations that resonate far beyond the event halls.
Below, we highlight some of the most eye-catching panels, sessions expected to generate headlines, shape policy conversations and define the direction of Asia’s gaming market.
This session brings together senior voices from both the public and private sectors to discuss their contributions to policymaking, regulatory frameworks and innovation strategies. Expect insights into how inclusive leadership is helping guide the region through complex challenges such as cross-border digital trade, data governance and emerging technologies.
The discussion will also explore how representation at leadership level is influencing economic outcomes, strengthening institutions and shaping a more balanced and forward-looking digital economy across ASEAN markets.
This panel examines how decentralised platforms are converting collective sentiment into tradeable signals, aligning incentives and enhancing transparency.
Featuring speakers including Jared Dillinger, Steve Jimenez and John Sedano, the session will unpack real-world use cases and the growing relevance of these systems in finance, governance and media. Attendees can expect a deep dive into how trustless systems may reshape decision-making, as well as the regulatory considerations tied to platforms operating at the intersection of finance, betting and data-driven forecasting.
Agentic AI is rapidly moving from theory to application, reshaping how digital platforms operate and scale.
The session will focus on how emerging markets are adapting to these innovations, offering perspectives on responsible deployment and regulatory readiness in regions where the pace of technological change is often outstripping policy development.
This discussion brings together industry practitioners to analyse how autonomous systems are being implemented in areas such as gaming ecosystems, lending platforms and decentralised economies.
Securing investment remains one of the toughest hurdles for early-stage ventures, and this panel aims to demystify the process by highlighting common pitfalls.
Industry experts will explore where founders often go wrong, from misaligned expectations with investors to poorly structured growth strategies.
Designed for entrepreneurs and founders, the conversation will also cover practical approaches to building compelling pitches, managing investor relationships and navigating funding rounds with confidence.
As the Asian gaming market enters a defining new phase, AIBC Asia 2026 stands out as the region’s most influential meeting point for the sector.
With regulation reshaping the market and new opportunities emerging across the region, the 2026 edition promises to be the most impactful yet. Secure your ticket now and be part of Asia’s inspiring next chapter in emerging technology.
