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Acer and Envy Gaming Announce First Predator Training Day to Celebrate PC Gamers

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Partnership’s first online community event features fan and professional tournaments, sweepstakes, swag drops and more
Acer, an industry leader in gaming hardware and Envy Gaming, one of the most winning Esports organizations worldwide, will host Predator Training Day for esports fans and competitors on Saturday, June 26th from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. PT. It features a full day of livestreamed play, giveaways, special guests, new swag and hot deals, as well as activities to compete and earn prizes leading up to the event. Highlights include fan and content creator tournaments and the Ultimate Sweepstakes awarding participants popular Predator gaming systems and accessories as well as Dallas Empire x Predator branded swag.
“Our Predator lineup of gaming solutions has grown to become a premier brand within the esports world and supporting this community is a top priority for us. It’s our goal to support players of all levels with the experiences and tools they need to compete and exceed their potential,” said Richard Black, vice president of marketing, Acer America. “We look forward to growing Predator Training Day in its scope and will continue to
encourage and benefit the esports community in fresh and new ways.”
“We’re thrilled to partner with Acer to give aspiring gamers the training and challenges required to increase their competitive skills and gaming acumen,” said Shay Butler, Envy Gaming vice president of sales and marketing. “Our partnership continues to grow and activate in ways that are action-packed, fun-filled and honor our fans and the gaming and esports community.”
Turbopolsa Summer Circuit
The Turbopolsa Summer Circuit invites esports enthusiasts to compete in a 2v2 double elimination, best of three Rocket League tournament. The winning team of two players will each earn a powerful, award-winning Predator Triton 300 SE gaming laptop. The tournament begins at 11 a.m. PT on Friday, June 25. The most-winning Rocket League player of all time, @Turbopolsa, will host the finals livestream as a showmatch on twitch.com/teamenvy starting at 4 p.m. PT on Saturday, June 26.
The Predator Cup
In addition, The Predator Cup, a Rocket League 2v2 tournament will showcase 16 of the world’s leading Rocket League content creators and streamers competing in a double elimination, best of three format, to win a $20,000 prize allocated among the top 3 winners (First: $12,000; Second: $5,500 and Third: $2,500). The Predator Cup (The @Predator_USA Cup) will be broadcast live starting at noon PT on June 26 as http://twitchtv/teamenvy.
Ultimate Sweepstakes
The Ultimate Sweepstakes offers those 18 and older in the United States the chance to win a powerful gaming
setup comprised of an acclaimed and highly rated Predator Orion 3000 gaming rig and a Predator XB3 monitor. There will also be opportunities for gamers to win a Predator XB3 monitor, a gaming accessory bundle that includes a Predator Cestus 350 mouse, Predator Aethon 300 keyboard, Predator Rolltop Jr. backpack and
Predator-branded mousepad as well as chances to win exclusive Dallas Empire x Predator co-branded swag.
To enter and for more information on the sweepstakes, follow the following social channels where sweepstakes opportunities will be launched on June 16 and run until June 26, closing at midnight PT; @Predator_USA, @DallasEmpire, @DallasFuel and @Envy on Twitter and @PredatorGamingUSA, @TheDallasEmpire and @DallasFuel on Instagram. Winners will be announced on these social channels.
Sweet Deals & Discounts
Throughout Predator Training Day on June 26, there will be excellent deals and discounts available on a variety of Predator-branded gaming accessories and bundles, such as a free Predator Cestus 310 mouse and Predator Galea 310 headset with the purchase of a Predator Helios 300 gaming laptop. Acer’s gaming ecosystem in North America currently includes gaming hardware (gaming PCs and gaming accessories), tournaments (Predator League) and a social platform (PLANET9).
To register and learn more details on Predator Training Day activities and opportunities, go to https://www.acer.com/ac/en/US/content/training-room.
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AGCO Fines Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto $350,000 for Serious Regulatory Violations Linked to Impromptu After-Party on Gaming Floor

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The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has issued monetary penalties totaling $350,000 against Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto for multiple violations of provincial gaming standards. The penalties follow an impromptu after-party that was permitted to take place in the pre-dawn hours directly on the casino’s gaming floor.

On September 27, 2024, an electronic dance music event attended by thousands of people was hosted in the theatre adjacent to the casino at Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto. The event was marked by widespread intoxication, disorderly behavior, and numerous criminal and medical incidents – both inside and outside the venue – including alleged assaults, drug overdoses, and acts of public indecency. Although paid duty officers were present, additional police and emergency services were required to manage the situation.

In the midst of this high-risk environment, casino management approved an unscheduled request by the performing artist to host an after-party on the active gaming floor. The artist and more than 400 guests were permitted onto the gaming floor where the artist was allowed to perform amidst operational table games and gaming machines – without any prior risk assessment or planning.

As a result, security personnel were unable to effectively control the casino floor, including witness reports that an attendee was seen climbing onto slot machines. Failure to maintain appropriate control compromises the security, safety, and integrity of the casino floor. Following the conclusion of the event, the operator failed to promptly report these incidents to the AGCO as required.

Based on the findings of its review, the AGCO’s Registrar has issued an Order of Monetary Penalty (OMP) totaling $350,000 against Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto. These penalties address critical failures in their operations, incident reporting, employee training, and the management of disturbances.

A gaming operator served with an OMP has 15 days to appeal the Registrar’s decision to the Licence Appeal Tribunal (LAT), an adjudicative tribunal that is part of Tribunals Ontario and independent of the AGCO.

“Casino operators have a fundamental duty to control their gaming environment. Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto’s lapses in this incident compromised the safety of patrons and the security and integrity of the gaming floor,” Dr. Karin Schnarr, Chief Executive Officer and Registrar of AGCO, said.

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IGT and Atlantic Lottery Sign Eight-Year Video Lottery Central System Technology Agreement

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International Game Technology PLC announced that its subsidiary, IGT Canada Solutions ULC (hereinafter “IGT”), signed an eight-year agreement with Atlantic Lottery to supply its IntelligenEVO video lottery central system technology across Atlantic Canada. The agreement includes the option for multiple extensions and positions the Atlantic Lottery to become the first World Lottery Association (WLA)-affiliated lottery operator to deploy IGT’s next-generation central management system in a game-to-system (G2S) distributed market.

“By leveraging IGT’s IntelligenEVO technology, Atlantic Lottery will power its video lottery network with the industry’s best-in-class central system and position itself to maximize future contributions to good causes. As an organization that prioritizes system security and exceptional player experiences, Atlantic Lottery believes that IGT’s IntelliegnEVO solution will help generate high player satisfaction and optimal network performance,” said Michael MacKinnon, Atlantic Lottery VP, Product.

“As a long-time supplier to Atlantic Lottery, IGT looks forward to helping the Lottery achieve its growth and player engagement goals with our leading-edge IntelligenEVO video lottery central system. IGT’s IntelligenEVO is a scalable technology for the WLA market that is backed by decades of experience and operator feedback, and maximizes the benefits of real-time data, cloud-based technologies and in-depth analytics,” said David Flinn, IGT SVP Canada, EMEA and LATAM, Gaming Sales.

With peak system security, network availability and responsible gaming functionalities, IntelligenEVO is a reliable, scalable solution that can meet the needs of today and in the future. The solution will accelerate time-to-market and enables the Atlantic Lottery to benefit from the system’s suite of player-focused functionality. The technology’s G2S and open API design optimizes data collection and delivery and will enable Atlantic Lottery to customize their program for evolving player needs.

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NetGaming Goes Live in Ontario with Rush Street Interactive via BetRivers Platform

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NetGaming, a fast-growing online casino content supplier, is proud to announce its launch in Ontario with Rush Street Interactive, Inc., a leading online casino and sports betting company in the United States, Canada and Latin America. This strategic collaboration marks a significant milestone for NetGaming as it continues to expand its footprint across regulated North American markets.

As part of the launch, Ontario players on BetRivers can now enjoy a diverse portfolio of NetGaming titles, known for their high-quality graphics, immersive gameplay, and unique themes. Standout games such as Zeus’s Thunderbolt, Bison Gold, and Fireball Inferno are among the first to go live, with additional titles set to follow soon.

This partnership is just the beginning. NetGaming plans to extend its collaboration with Rush Street Interactive into Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Mexico over the coming months.

Pallavi Deshmukh, CEO of NetGaming, commented: “We are thrilled to go live with Rush Street Interactive, a powerhouse operator with a strong presence and loyal player base. This launch marks a significant milestone in our
North American expansion strategy and underscores our commitment to delivering exceptional gaming experiences tailored to local player preferences across the region.”

Richard Schwartz, CEO of Rush Street Interactive, commented: “We are pleased to partner with NetGaming to bring innovative, premium games to our players in Ontario. This collaboration aligns with our strategy to offer world-class
entertainment through engaging, action-packed online casino games. We look forward to expanding this partnership into additional regulated markets in the months ahead.”

This strategic partnership highlights both companies’ dedication to providing high- quality, innovative, and responsible entertainment to players in regulated markets.

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