

Canada
Hawks Talon Gaming Lose Two To Celtics Crossover Gaming
Rookies CEEZ and FAKIEE Each Recorded Double-Double Performances in Both Games Tonight
On Saturday evening, Hawks Talon GC, the official NBA 2K League affiliate of the Atlanta Hawks, lost two games to Celtics Crossover Gaming, the official NBA 2K League affiliate of the Boston Celtics, by scores of 70-73 and 69-76. Hawks Talon will enter Week 4 at a 5-5 record.
“Credit to Celtics Crossover Gaming. Tonight’s games were close, and while we fought hard throughout most of the game, we just couldn’t find a way to stop them from scoring in the final minutes,” said Hawks Talon Head Coach Wesley Acuff. “I am confident that our team will put more effort into defense as we continue progressing in the season. We will be ready to bring our best as we compete against NetsGC and Heat Check Gaming next week.”
In the first game, two rookies led the way with double-double performances. Caesar A. Martinez (CEEZ), the team’s 2021 first-round pick, scored a game-high 29 points and added 10 assists, while Thomas Batts (FAKIEE), the team’s 2021 second-round pick, recorded his first double-double performance of his career. He contributed with career highs in points (19), rebounds (12) and assists (9). Michael Diaz-Cruz (BP) had 13 points and two rebounds. Rounding out the group was Mykel Wilson (KEL) with six points and four rebounds, and Michael Swanegan (SWANN) who totaled three points and a game-high three steals.
In the second game, the two Talon rookies doubled up again with double-double performances. CEEZ recorded 33 points and 12 assists for his seventh double-double of the regular season, while FAKIEE put up a career-high 23 points and 10 rebounds, marking his second double-double performance of the season. FAKIEE also added a game-high two blocks. KEL finished with seven points and five rebounds, while BP contributed with six points and a team-high two steals. Rounding out the group was SWANN who added one steal.
Hawks Talon Gaming (5-5) will continue the regular season during Week 4 with two games against NetsGC (7-5), the official NBA 2K League affiliate of the Brooklyn Nets, on Thursday, June 17 at 8 p.m. Hawks Talon will conclude the week of competition with two games against Heat Check Gaming (3-7), the official 2K League affiliate of the Miami Heat, on Saturday, June 19 at 7 p.m.
AGCO
INCENTIVE GAMES SECURES ONTARIO GAMING LICENSE

Incentive Games, a leading B2B games provider, is proud to announce that it has been awarded an Ontario Gaming License by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO), effective today. This achievement enables the company to offer its portfolio of real-money games to licensed operators and players across the province.
The license underscores the Incentive Games’ commitment to meeting the highest standards of compliance, security, and operational excellence. The rigorous application process demands robust security protocols and comprehensive responsible gaming measures and affirms the company’s readiness to enter one of Canada’s most dynamic iGaming markets.
The North American market is a strategic focus for Incentive Games, and this milestone follows closely on the heels of the company receiving its Provisional Michigan gaming licence from the Michigan Gaming Control Board earlier this month.
Incentive Games will distribute its real-money gaming content in Ontario through Incentive Studios, the company’s dedicated Real-Money Gaming division, ensuring a focused and tailored approach to the market.
“Ontario represents a huge opportunity for us, and securing this license is a proud moment for the whole team,” said John Gordon, Chief Executive Officer at Incentive Games. “It reinforces our dedication to meeting the highest standards while delivering compelling real-money content. We’re looking forward to building strong relationships in the region and continuing our momentum across regulated markets worldwide.”
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AGLC
AGLC Announces New Board Chair

Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis (AGLC) has announced the appointment of Larry Spagnolo as the new Board Chair, effective August 15, 2025. This announcement follows the official Order in Council issued by the Alberta Government and marks a new chapter in AGLC’s ongoing commitment to support communities, encourage responsible choices and position Alberta as the best place to do business.
Larry brings a wealth of experience in technology and business leadership to the AGLC Board and will play an integral role in guiding AGLC’s strategic direction. He is currently serving as VP and GM of Emerson’s SaaS SCADA business and has held senior roles at Zedi and Telus, driving innovation, growth, and global success.
A strong advocate for education and community, Larry serves as Vice Chair of Athabasca University’s Board of Governors and has held board roles with NAIT and Polytechnics Canada. He was awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal for his community contributions.
AGLC and the Board of Directors extend their heartfelt thanks to Len Rhodes for his leadership and dedication as Board Chair since August 2019. He decided not to seek a third term and will continue to serve in this role until August 14, 2025. Len led AGLC through some significant milestones, including reducing red tape by 51%, growth of the emerging cannabis industry and ensuring AGLC delivered a balanced approach to business development, social responsibility, and regulatory oversight.
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Bonus Guardian
Pinnacle Ontario live with CasinoEngine in North America debut

EveryMatrix has expanded its partnership with tier-1 operator Pinnacle powering its new casino in Ontario, Canada, using CasinoEngine platform technology – the first time its platform solution has gone live in North America.
The latest agreement builds on the two companies’ previous collaboration that saw EveryMatrix’s CasinoEngine productivity platform power the well-known brand’s global casino offering.
The new launch takes the relationship to North America, marking EveryMatrix’s debut CasinoEngine platform integration in that market.
BonusEngine, EveryMatrix’s cross-vertical bonusing tool will be integrated in the second phase of launch. This will equip Pinnacle Ontario with a host of bonus types as well as AI-powered bonus abuse solution Bonus Guardian.
BonusEngine is the first of multiple engagement tools from EveryMatrix’s EngageSuite that Pinnacle plans to integrate.
With this comprehensive toolkit at its disposal, and the opportunity to add even more casino products in the future, Pinnacle Ontario can tailor campaigns, segment audiences, and reward players more effectively, creating a world-class digital entertainment experience for its customers.
EveryMatrix has more than 300 global customers and holds North American licences in Ontario, New Jersey, Michigan, West Virginia, Connecticut and Pennsylvania.
Stian Enger Petersen, CEO, Casino, EveryMatrix, said: “This launch marks a key milestone for EveryMatrix as we bring our market-leading CasinoEngine platform to Canada for the first time.
“We’re delighted to expand our partnership with Pinnacle and support their ambitions in Ontario with a powerful combination of platform, content, and engagement tools that are proven to drive success.”
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