Indictments may mean smaller World Series of Poker
The World Series of Poker won't know how indictments of executives at three major online poker operators will affect its tournaments until players learn if they cash out online bankrolls to enter, organizers said Wednesday.
Poker Websites Shut Down; U.S. Pros Mull Move Abroad
After the FBI pulled the plug on the four largest offshore online poker sites serving U.S. players, many pros have responded the same way they might respond to aggressive opponents at the table -- evasively, rationally and, above all else, tactically
Peoria poker ace set for Las Vegas tournament
Peoria man competes in World Poker Tour Tournaments in Las Vegas for a chance at the $3 million top prize.
Poker Officials Don't Expect Downturn In '11 Tournament
The federal government's crackdown on three Internet poker gambling sites and their operators won't hurt participation in the 2011 World Series of Poker tournament, which is scheduled to begin at the end of the month at the Rio, tournament officials said
Friday, May 13, 2011
Monday, May 9, 2011
ESPN boosts series airtime for poker World Series
ESPN boosts series airtime for poker World Series
ESPN announced Wednesday plans to boost its coverage of the World Series of Poker, less than one month after backing away from two online poker companies considered heavily influential in the industry and indirectly connected to the event.
Source: www.boston.com
Poker company lays off U.S. pros after indictment
LAS VEGAS (AP) -- The parent company of online poker websites Absolute Poker and Ultimate Bet said Monday it laid off 11 sponsored poker professionals in the United States as two of its executives face charges of tricking banks into processing illegal gambling payments.
Source: sportsillustrated.cnn.com
ESPN announced Wednesday plans to boost its coverage of the World Series of Poker, less than one month after backing away from two online poker companies considered heavily influential in the industry and indirectly connected to the event.
Source: www.boston.com
Poker company lays off U.S. pros after indictment
LAS VEGAS (AP) -- The parent company of online poker websites Absolute Poker and Ultimate Bet said Monday it laid off 11 sponsored poker professionals in the United States as two of its executives face charges of tricking banks into processing illegal gambling payments.
Source: sportsillustrated.cnn.com
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Indicted poker websites bound for bankruptcy
Indicted poker websites bound for bankruptcy
One of three online poker companies named last month in a federal indictment will be forced to enter bankruptcy, leaving American card players with money on deposit with the Absolute and UB poker sites at least temporarily empty handed.
Pro poker league defines criteria, picks players
The professional poker league hoping to become the world's PGA for card players has determined criteria for its invitations and picked more than 200 people to compete in its first tournaments.
U.S. Attorney General Calls Online Poker Crackdown Appropriate But Doesn't Know If Poker Is A Game of Chance or Skill
Eric Holder folds on a key issue underpinning the Justice Department's position that online poker violates U.S. law.
The Influence Industry: Poker lobby pushes for legalization in wake of indictments
Online poker fans are calling it “Black Friday”: On April 15, the Justice Department charged the owners of three of the world’s largest Internet gaming companies with bank fraud and gambling offenses, shutting down their Web sites and freezing bank accounts around the world. Now, poker advocates in Washington are attempting to turn the bust to their advantage by renewing a push to legalize ...
One of three online poker companies named last month in a federal indictment will be forced to enter bankruptcy, leaving American card players with money on deposit with the Absolute and UB poker sites at least temporarily empty handed.
Pro poker league defines criteria, picks players
The professional poker league hoping to become the world's PGA for card players has determined criteria for its invitations and picked more than 200 people to compete in its first tournaments.
U.S. Attorney General Calls Online Poker Crackdown Appropriate But Doesn't Know If Poker Is A Game of Chance or Skill
Eric Holder folds on a key issue underpinning the Justice Department's position that online poker violates U.S. law.
The Influence Industry: Poker lobby pushes for legalization in wake of indictments
Online poker fans are calling it “Black Friday”: On April 15, the Justice Department charged the owners of three of the world’s largest Internet gaming companies with bank fraud and gambling offenses, shutting down their Web sites and freezing bank accounts around the world. Now, poker advocates in Washington are attempting to turn the bust to their advantage by renewing a push to legalize ...
Monday, April 4, 2011
Of Steve Wynn, Poker And A Handshake
Of Steve Wynn, Poker And A Handshake
Steve Wynn and poker go back. Pokerstars is just the latest iteration.
Source: blogs.forbes.com
Bodog Poker begins WSOP qualifiers
(PRESS RELEASE) -- The world’s largest betting brand, Bodog, has kicked off its series of 2011 World Series of Poker qualifying tournaments. Texas Hold’Em poker players are invited to enter multiple tournaments with the potential of securing a seat to the main WSOP event beginning July 7 in Las Vegas.
Source: www.rgtonline.com
Steve Wynn and poker go back. Pokerstars is just the latest iteration.
Source: blogs.forbes.com
Bodog Poker begins WSOP qualifiers
(PRESS RELEASE) -- The world’s largest betting brand, Bodog, has kicked off its series of 2011 World Series of Poker qualifying tournaments. Texas Hold’Em poker players are invited to enter multiple tournaments with the potential of securing a seat to the main WSOP event beginning July 7 in Las Vegas.
Source: www.rgtonline.com
Sunday, April 3, 2011
By: PokerListings.com - PokerListings.com
By: PokerListings.com - PokerListings.com
WSOP Circuit Regional Championship: Tim West, chip leader of the final table - Poker 777
WSOP Circuit heading to Missouri - Casino City Times
Hellmuth vs. Leatherass match might happen at WSOP - OnlinePoker.org (blog)
 PokerListings.com | By: PokerListings.com PokerListings.com This week, the WSOP champ heads to Macau, the WSOPC returns to St. Louis, 888 is offering iPad2's and a whole lot more. The 2011 Macau Millions drew 230 players to the PokerStars Macau poker room at Casino Grand Lisboa over its first two starting days ... Cake Poker Brings Back Turbo Gold Cards, Match and Win Promos |
WSOP Circuit Regional Championship: Tim West, chip leader of the final table - Poker 777
 Poker 777 | WSOP Circuit Regional Championship: Tim West, chip leader of the final table Poker 777 For the third day of competition at the World Series of Poker Circuit Regional Championship (WSOP-C), 18 players joined the Harrah's Rincon. At this meeting, the competitors played poker for a high stakes. Indeed, to be part of the 9 finalists is an ... Live Tournament Poker -- April Preview Dwyte Pilgrim Video Interview |
WSOP Circuit heading to Missouri - Casino City Times
 ESPN (blog) | WSOP Circuit heading to Missouri Casino City Times LOUIS, Missouri -- (PRESS RELEASE) -- World Series of Poker action returns to the Gateway City when Harrah's St. Louis Casino & Hotel hosts the WSOP Circuit Events March 31 – April 12. The schedule offers 33 events, including ten official ring events ... Ali Eslami wins WSOPC Western Regional WSOP-C: Eslami Bests West to Claim West Regional Win Ali Eslami Wins WSOP Circuit Western Regional Championship |
Hellmuth vs. Leatherass match might happen at WSOP - OnlinePoker.org (blog)
 OnlinePoker.org (blog) | Hellmuth vs. Leatherass match might happen at WSOP OnlinePoker.org (blog) Considering his musings on bankroll management, it's unlikely the match would be a HeadsUp4ROLLZ affair, but Dusty Schmidt is at the least ready to take on Phil Hellmuth for a six-figure amount. The author of Don't Listen to Phil Hellmuth, ... |
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
PKR launches $4200 WSOP satellites - Casino City Times
PKR launches $4200 WSOP satellites - Casino City Times
Source: news.google.com
Sandoval may nudge regulators toward Internet gaming legislation - GamingTodaySlotsToday
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ESPN Nominated for Sports Emmy for WSOP Coverage - OnlinePokerNews.org
Source: news.google.com
 CardPlayer.com | PKR launches $4200 WSOP satellites Casino City Times LONDON, England -- (PRESS RELEASE) -- Next generation poker room PKR.com have launched their 2011 World Series of Poker Experience satellites, giving players the chance to win their way to Vegas from as little as $2.30. Final Stage tournaments are ... Experience World Series Of Poker With PKR |
Source: news.google.com
Sandoval may nudge regulators toward Internet gaming legislation - GamingTodaySlotsToday
Sandoval may nudge regulators toward Internet gaming legislation GamingTodaySlotsToday Caesars took its WSOP franchise overseas several years ago for the World Series of Poker Europe hosted by its London Clubs subsidiary in London. It has been widely speculated by sources in a position to know what's happening that Caesars will ... |
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ESPN Nominated for Sports Emmy for WSOP Coverage - OnlinePokerNews.org
ESPN Nominated for Sports Emmy for WSOP Coverage OnlinePokerNews.org Poker fans across the world look forward to ESPN's coverage of the World Series of Poker each year, and now again, for the third year, the broadcasts have been nominated for a Sports Emmy. This year, the category is “Live Event Turnaround—World Series ... |
Source: news.google.com
It looks like Echeck is going out of
It looks like Echeck is going out of business we were told today. We talked to two customers who recieved a withdrawel check that they deposited and found the check to be returned for a Funds Problem. Both were very angry becuase many checks in their accounts bounced. For a Great List of Online Poker Sites
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