Canada
PUBG MOBILE ANNOUNCES FORMAT AND $1.4M PRIZE POOL FOR PUBG MOBILE GLOBAL CHAMPIONSHIP 2021 LEAGUE STAGE

Starting November 30th, 40 of the best PUBG MOBILE teams will collide in East and West during the PMGC League Stage with a prize pool of $1,470,000 USD up for grabs
PUBG MOBILE is pleased to reveal the format and prize pool distribution for the PUBG MOBILE Global Championship 2021 League that will kick off on November 30th and see an incredible $1,470,000 USD on the line.
Split into East and West divisions, the PMGC League 2021 will see the best 40 teams from across the world go head-to-head in their respective regions. Running across three weeks, the PMGC League will play host to matches on Tuesday and Wednesday before heading to Super Weekends where the top 16 teams of the week will fight to earn Championship Points.
Following three intense and competitive Super Weekends, the 16 teams with the most Championship Points will qualify for the PMGC East and PMGC West Finals. The Finals will take place across three days from December 22nd – 24th with 6 matches a day where teams will compete for a spot in the prestigious PMGC Grand Finals.
The prize pool for PMGC is an extraordinary $6,000,000 USD with a dedicated $1,470,000 USD being awarded during the PMGC League. The prize pool will see a total of $725,00 USD awarded across both PMGC West League and PMGC East League and $20,000 USD up for grabs in individual awards.
The PUBG MOBILE Global Championship (PMGC) is the pinnacle competition of the PUBG MOBILE esports program and the most prestigious tournament of the year. Participants for the PMGC include the top global teams from across the PUBG MOBILE Pro League (PMPL) and PUBG MOBILE Pro League Championship.
PUBG MOBILE is proud to partner with YouTube for PMGC, and the entire event will be broadcast exclusively on the platform via our PUBG MOBILE Esports official channel and 18 other local channels. OnePlus, a leading global technology brand known for its high-performance Android smartphones, is the Official Smartphone partner of PMGC 2021.
Please find an updated list of all the teams that have qualified for PMGC so far:
PUBG Mobile Global Championship League – East Teams:
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FaZe Clan – SEA Championship S4 League
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Tong Jia Bao Esports – Peace Elite Championship
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Genesis Dogma GIDS – PMPL Indonesia
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The Infinity – PMPL Thailand
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Team Secret – PMPL MY/SG
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D’Xavier – PMPL Vietnam
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Nigma Galaxy – PMPL Arabia
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DRS GAMING – PMPL South Asia
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Hidden – Winners of Pro Series S2
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REJECT – Winners of Japan League S1
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TBC – SEA Championship S4 Finals x3
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TBC – MENA & SA Championship x4
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TBC – PEL Points x2
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TBC – Winners of Rivals Cup
PUBG Mobile Global Championship League – West Teams: :
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Ghost Gaming – PMPL North America
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Furious Gaming – PMPL LATAM
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A7 eSports – PMPL Brazil
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Natus Vincere – PMPL CIS
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Next Rüya Gaming – PMPL Turkey
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Unicorn of Love – PMPL Western Europe
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TBC – Americas Championship x7
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TBC – European Championship x7
The entire PMGC League stage will be broadcast exclusively on YouTube with fans being able to tune in from 7 pm GMT+8 for PMGC East and 2 am GMT+8 for PMGC West on the PUBG MOBILE Esports official channel and 18 other local channels.
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Canada
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa Opens with Legendary Guitar Smash and Star-Studded Celebration

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa officially opened its doors with a signature guitar smash, marking the arrival of Canada’s first fully integrated Hard Rock resort, a bold new destination where entertainment, hospitality, and music take center stage.
The $350 million resort brings the brand’s unmistakable energy to Canada’s capital, offering locals and visitors an immersive Hard Rock experience blending iconic music history with world-class entertainment, hospitality, dining, and gaming.
In true Hard Rock fashion, the opening festivities kicked off with the Canadian Tenors’ electrifying rendition of O Canada followed by the brand’s signature Guitar Smash, a modern take on the traditional ribbon-cutting ceremony. Executives, dignitaries, and community leaders took the stage to ceremoniously smash guitars, signaling the official opening of the state-of-the-art entertainment destination.
A special moment included the presentation of a $100,000 donation to Ottawa Food Bank, reinforcing Hard Rock’s commitment to giving back to the communities it serves.
“Bringing Hard Rock to Canada’s capital is an iconic milestone for our brand. We’re proud to expand our global footprint and create a destination where locals and visitors can experience world-class gaming, hospitality, and entertainment all in one place,” said Jim Allen, Chief Executive Officer of Hard Rock International.
“Our government is thrilled that Hard Rock chose Ontario for its first fully integrated hotel and casino venue in Canada. This new entertainment and hospitality destination will draw visitors from near and far to Ottawa, create and sustain hundreds of local jobs, and provide millions of dollars for local infrastructure and community programs,” said Stan Cho, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Gaming.
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AGCO
MIXI Receives AGCO Approval for PointsBet Acquisition

PointsBet Holdings Limited announced that MIXI has received written confirmation that AGCO has no concerns with the proposed acquisition by MIXI of the shares in PointsBet Holdings Limited.
PointsBet has also received written confirmation from iGaming Ontario (iGO) in relation to MIXI’s proposed acquisition of shares in PointsBet.
Accordingly, the condition precedent to MIXI’s proposed PointsBet-Board recommended Takeover Bid relating to Ontario approvals in paragraph 4.5 of Schedule 1 of the Bid Implementation Deed dated 16 June 2025 (BID) has been satisfied.
MIXI’s proposed Takeover Bid remains subject to the satisfaction of certain other limited conditions as previously announced, including a 50.1% minimum acceptance of the proposed MIXI Offer (as defined in the BID).
The Northern Territory Racing and Wagering Commission provided its approval on 24 March 2025 for MIXI to acquire PointsBet. PointsBet confirmed that MIXI’s proposed Takeover Bid is no longer subject to any gaming regulatory approvals.
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AGCO
AGCO Fines Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto $350,000 for Serious Regulatory Violations Linked to Impromptu After-Party on Gaming Floor

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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