SiGMA Asia 2025: Top insights on the next evolution of Slots

Rami Gabriel
Written by Rami Gabriel

There was tangible energy on the SiGMA Stage at SMX Manila as the panel Slot Machines 2.0: Revamping the Casino Floor Experience brought together six industry leaders for a candid, forward-thinking conversation. The session, held during SiGMA Asia 2025, wasnt just about technology, it was about people and the evolving relationship between players, operators, and the machines that light up the 바카라 floor.

Inside the panel

  • Moderator Niall Murray, Chairman of Murray International (Macau) Co., set the tone with warmth and wit, drawing on decades of experience across integrated resorts in Asia and Las Vegas. He didnt shy away from the tough questions, instead inviting panellists to share not just their expertise but their lived experiences from the front lines of gaming innovation.
  • Jerry Chan, SVP of Electronic Gaming & Special Project at OKADA Manila, spoke with the pragmatism of someone who has seen the 바카라 floor from every angle. The challenge isnt just about having the latest machines, its about how we use technology to make the 바카라 floor more interactive, more connected, and ultimately more rewarding for the player, Chan reflected, his passion for operational excellence clear both in his words and in his recent SiGMA Magazine feature .
  • Mary Mendoza, Managing Director at The Platinum Consulting Group, brought both heart and discipline to the discussion. Its not enough to innovate for innovations sake, she reminded the audience. We have to ensure that every new solution we introduce on the floor is balanced with compliance and player protection. Mendozas advocacy for responsible progress and her commitment to mentoring women in the industry gave her perspective a personal resonance.
  • Ken Jolly, VP & Managing Director, Asia at Light & Wonder Gaming, offered a refreshingly honest take on the realities of 바카라 operations. Real time analytics are now essential for optimising floor layouts and responding to player trends as they happen, he said, cutting through the jargon to highlight the day-to-day decisions that shape the player experience.
  • Ian Garner, VP of Electronic Gaming at LET X Integrated Resort, brought the conversation back to adaptability. Flexibility is the new standard, Garner observed. We need to be able to adapt quickly to new games, changing demographics, and digital touchpoints if we want to stay relevant. His words echoed the lived reality of operators who must balance tradition with transformation.
  • Luiza Melikyan, Head of Business Development at PopOk Gaming, rounded out the panel with a focus on collaboration. Our role is to bridge the gap between technology providers and operators, making sure innovations actually make it to the floor and deliver value, Melikyan explained, highlighting the human connections that drive real change in the industry.

The human touch in gaming

What emerged from the discussion was a shared understanding that the future of is about more than hardware or software. Its about curating experiences, making the 바카라 floor a place where technology enhances human connection and where every innovation is measured by the value it brings to both players and operators.

The Slot Machines 2.0 panel at SiGMA Asia 2025 was a reminder that at its core, gaming is a people business. Its about listening, adapting, and creating spaces where technology and hospitality work hand in hand. SiGMA Asia 2025 is only getting started. Stay informed with SiGMA News for exclusive coverage, timely insights, and real time updates on the future of tech. And have a look at tomorrows panels and keynotes here.