Canada
SteelSeries and KontrolFreek Join Forces with Cavs Legion Gaming Club
Cavs Legion GC Earns a Spot in 2023 NBA 2K League 3v3 Playoffs
Partnership Equips Cavs Legion GC Players with the Best Gear in eSports
Cavs Legion Gaming Club (GC), the Cleveland Cavaliers NBA 2K League affiliate, today announced a new partnership with SteelSeries, the global leader in eSports and gaming peripherals, and KontrolFreek, the creator of Performance Gaming Gear.
With the new deal, SteelSeries and KontrolFreek will equip the team and the Cavs Legion Lair with their award-winning line of headsets and performance gaming gear engineered for next-gen consoles, PC and a gaming lifestyle. Located near downtown Cleveland and considered one of the best gaming facilities in northeast Ohio, ‘The Lair’ is a state-of-the-art eSports center that serves as the team’s practice facility and venue for competitions during the NBA 2K League season.
“SteelSeries and KontrolFreek are industry leaders in elite performance gaming gear,” the eSports Operations Vice-President for Cavs Legion GC, Jonathan Sumers, said. “Having these two legendary brands in our corner allows us to be at the top of our game as we compete night after night throughout the NBA 2K League season and playoffs. We are proud to be part of the SteelSeries and KontrolFreek family and look forward to long and fruitful partnerships that put us in a position to play at the highest level now and into the future.”
In addition to KontrolFreek teaming up with SteelSeries to become the official gaming peripherals brands of Cavs Legion GC, the companies will collaborate on a variety of projects including product testing, digital events and brand activations.
As the world’s original eSports brand, SteelSeries continues to invest deeper in the eSports and gaming ecosystems it helped to create. SteelSeries’ pro team relationships are more than sponsorships, they are true partnerships. From ideation and design to testing and validation, eSports professionals are not only stakeholders of SteelSeries, but they are also collaborators and co-creators, together creating the world’s best gaming peripheral products and software. Cavs Legion GC joins an elite roster of SteelSeries teams including FaZe Clan, Red Bull OG, Mercedes-AMG Petronas eSports Team, SpaceStation, Rare Atom and more.
To learn more about Cavs Legion GC, visit CavsLegion.NBA.com and join the conversation on Instagram at @CavsLegionGC and Twitter at @CavsLegionGC and check out the latest videos on YouTube at CavsLegionGC.
To learn more about SteelSeries, visit SteelSeries.com and join the conversation on Instagram and Twitter. For more information about KontrolFreek, check out KontrolFreek.com and join the conversation on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Twitch and Discord.
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PENN Entertainment Launches theScore Bet Sportsbook & Casino and theScore Casino and Hollywood Casino Standalone Apps in Alberta
PENN Entertainment has announced the launch of theScore Bet Sportsbook & Casino in Alberta, as well as theScore Casino and Hollywood Casino standalone apps, further expanding the Company’s Canadian online gaming footprint and bringing its leading digital gaming brands to players across the province. These apps are now available across Alberta on iOS, Android, and are also available on the web.
The Alberta launch marks the next chapter in theScore Bet’s continued growth in Canada, building on its success in Ontario. Players in Alberta can now enjoy the uniquely integrated sports media and betting experience from two of Canada’s most trusted brands, theScore and theScore Bet, bringing live scores, news, stats, and betting together in one connected ecosystem.
In addition to sports betting, theScore Bet Sportsbook & Casino gives Alberta players access to a comprehensive online casino experience featuring hundreds of slots, table games, live dealer experiences, and exclusive games, including Blue Jays Blackjack.
Complementing theScore Bet Sportsbook & Casino experience, PENN is also launching standalone Hollywood Casino and theScore Casino apps in Alberta. Hollywood Casino, a popular online and retail casino brand, delivers a casino-first experience featuring an extensive portfolio of slots, table games, and live dealer content. For players who prefer a dedicated casino app, theScore Casino offers the same premium gaming experience, providing additional choice alongside the all-in-one theScore Bet Sportsbook & Casino app.
“Alberta has an incredible sports culture, and we’re excited to bring theScore Bet Sportsbook & Casino to players across the province. Fans already know and trust theScore, and with theScore Bet, we’re extending that connection into a seamless sportsbook and casino experience. Whether you’re following your favorite team, placing a bet, or enjoying casino games, we’ve built the experience around the way fans naturally engage with sports. We commend the Alberta government for introducing a regulated online gaming market for private operators and look forward to serving fans in one of Canada’s great sports markets,” said Aaron LaBerge, Chief Technology Officer and Head of Interactive at PENN Entertainment.
Alberta customers can now enjoy:
• Same Game Parlays, player props, and live in-game betting.
• Seamless betting integration with theScore’s trusted sports news, scores, and data.
• Hollywood Casino’s extensive portfolio of slots, table games, and live dealer experiences, including Blue Jays Blackjack, the Dancing Drums series, and Sweet Bonanza series.
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Canada
Play’n GO goes live in Alberta iGaming with 10+ operators
Supplier expands to its third regulated Canadian province after Ontario and Québec, launching on Alberta’s market opening week.
Play’n GO has entered the newly regulated Alberta iGaming market, launching its casino games with more than ten licensed operators on the market’s opening week, the supplier said on 16 July 2026.
The Alberta rollout marks Play’n GO’s third regulated Canadian province, following Ontario and Québec, and extends the company’s North American regulated-market footprint.
According to the company, its content was made available in Alberta for the first time on launch day via a network of licensed operators.
Esteban Perez, New Market Entry Lead at Play’n GO said: “Entering Alberta with more than 10 operators on day one of regulation is a significant milestone for Play’n GO and a testament to the strength of our regulated market strategy. Canada continues to be a key focus for us, and expanding into our third province reflects both the demand for our content and the strength of our partnerships with licensed operators.
“We are proud to support Alberta’s regulated market with a portfolio that prioritises entertainment, compliance and long-term sustainability.”
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Canada
Play’n GO strengthens Canadian footprint with Alberta iGaming market entry
The Swedish gaming giant confirms its entry into its third regulated Canadian Province with its industry leading portfolio of games now available in Alberta for the first time
Play’n GO, the world’s leading casino entertainment provider, today announced its successful entry into the newly regulated Alberta iGaming market, with a wide range of its premium content going live with more than ten licensed operators on market launch day this week.
The milestone further reinforces Play’n GO’s commitment to regulated market expansion across North America and marks the company’s third Canadian province, following established operations in Ontario and Québec.
Play’n GO’s launch in Alberta ensures players have immediate access to a portfolio of world-class titles from day one of the market’s regulated opening. By partnering with a broad network of licensed operators at launch, the company has solidified its position as a trusted supplier in newly regulated jurisdictions.
The Alberta rollout builds on Play’n GO’s strong track record of working alongside regulators and operators to deliver safe, compliant, and high-quality entertainment to players, while supporting sustainable market growth.
Esteban Perez, New Market Entry Lead at Play’n GO said: “Entering Alberta with more than 10 operators on day one of regulation is a significant milestone for Play’n GO and a testament to the strength of our regulated market strategy. Canada continues to be a key focus for us, and expanding into our third province reflects both the demand for our content and the strength of our partnerships with licensed operators.
“We are proud to support Alberta’s regulated market with a portfolio that prioritises entertainment, compliance and long-term sustainability.”
To find out more about Play’n GO, please visit playngo.com
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