Runestone Announces Multi-Event Partnership with Roman Imperium Cup

[Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal - February 2026] Runestone, a next-generation esports data and integrity provider, has announced an expanded partnership with Roman Imperium Cup as Official Data Partner across multiple events throughout 2026. The agreement comes as Roman Imperium Cup gains greater attention in the competitive Counter-Strike 2 landscape.

Roman Imperium Cup V has emerged as a proving ground for competitive Counter-Strike 2, drawing participation from prominent organizations, including the return of 100 Thieves Roobet, for the upcoming Roman Imperium Cup V in Portugal. As the tournament elevates its competitive profile, Runestone's data infrastructure will protect the secure distribution of live match data while ensuring the integrity of competition and technology infrastructure will protect the secure distribution of live match data.

"Supporting tournaments at this stage of growth is core to our mission," said Shane Clarke, Managing Director at Runestone. "Roman Imperium Cup represents the kind of competitive infrastructure that defines the next generation of Counter-Strike. Our partnership ensures they have the data foundation to meet that moment, whether it's protecting competitive fairness or giving fans the interactive experience they expect from top-tier events."

As Official Data Partner, Runestone will provide comprehensive integrity monitoring and advanced data solutions designed to protect competitive fairness while delivering fans immersive, data-driven engagement tools. The partnership ensures Roman Imperium Cup maintains the same standards of data security and broadcast innovation typically reserved for major-tier events.

"From the start, we've focused on finding trusted partners: people who aren't afraid to take risks with us and who truly believe in what we're building. Runestone joined us back in our third edition, and we've been perfectly synced ever since. The energy and ambition they bring to the table mirror the exact same drive that keeps us pushing this project forward. Having Runeston by our side throughout 2026 is a huge win. Their commitment will be pivotal in helping us support events across Portugal and grow the scene even further" said Ricardo "RMN" Olivera, brand ambassador for Roman Imperium Cup

The multi-event commitment positions Runestone as a strategic partner in Roman Imperium Cup's continued expansion, supporting the tournament's evolution from emerging platform to recognized fixture in the Counter-Strike 2 competitive calendar.

Roman Imperium Cup V takes place 19-22 February 2026 at Saw Esports Arena in Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal. More information is available at romanimperiumcup.com.

About Runestone

Runestone is a data and engagement infrastructure that transforms live esports into interactive, data-driven experiences. Using real-time in-game information sourced directly from tournament organizers and publishers, Runestone delivers fast, accurate overlays and analytics that elevate broadcasts, deepen fan engagement, and unlock meaningful operational insights. Committed to transparency and competitive integrity, Runestone also monitors matches for suspicious activity to protect fair play and strengthen trust across the esports ecosystem.

About Roman Imperium Cup

The Roman Imperium Cup was established to address the existing gap in Portugal’s CS2 competitive landscape. In association with the brand image of the player RMN, the competition was created with the objective of providing all participants the opportunity to compete at a high level, under conditions of excellence, enabling them to develop and progress as rapidly as possible. To date, four editions have been successfully held, two Iberian and two International, with a further four editions already officially announced.