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October 16, 2024
DraftKings Launches Electric Poker in Pennsylvania
DraftKings’ Electric Poker has forayed into its second state, allowing millions of new players to enjoy one of the operator’s freshest gaming products. The innovative poker game will now be available to players in Pennsylvania, allowing them to play unparalleled online games. Electric Poker Goes to Pennsylvania Electric Poker was launched earlier this year. First […]
Poker
October 16, 2024
Pennsylvania Takes Steps to Join Multi-State Online Poker Agreement
Pennsylvania may become the latest state to join the Multi-State Internet Gaming Agreement (MSIGA), permitting online poker players in the state to participate in pools with players from states that have already joined MSIGA. But time is running out as lawmakers need to act swiftly prior to the end of the legislative session. PGCB to […]
Poker
October 16, 2024
Irish Poker Tournaments Face Uncertainty Amid Upcoming Gambling Bill
Irish poker tournaments might soon be in trouble due to new gambling rules coming to Ireland. Fintan Gavin, who runs tournaments and plays poker, is worried about how the upcoming Gambling Regulation Bill could affect live poker in the country. Uncertainty Around New Rules Poses Risk to Irish Poker Festivals, Says Fintan Gavin Fintan Gavin […]
Poker
October 15, 2024
Russian Hackers Leverage Bots to Win at Online Poker
Online poker aims to emulate real poker as closely as possible. However, its digital nature also allows some people to exploit the system in order to win money. In an interview with Marketplace, a Bloomberg reporter commented on the proliferation of Russian bots in online poker. Botting Is Becoming Very Common Kit Chellel, a Bloomberg […]
Poker
October 15, 2024
ACR Poker Hosts Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Charity
ACR Poker, one of the most popular online poker rooms for American players with over one million hands of poker played daily, is once again ready to show support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month and raise funds for the United Breast Cancer Foundation (UBCF) ACR Poker has announced it will bring back its annual online […]
Poker
October 8, 2024
Hustler Casino Live’s Nick Vertucci Accused of Sexual Harassment
Poker is not immune to scandals and in the digital and social media age such can erupt in a matter of seconds. In one such case, a popular poker player and social media influencer alleged that she was subject to unwanted advances by the producer of a famous poker tournament show. The case involves Hustler […]
Poker
October 3, 2024
UPT Uncovers Exciting Schedule for 2024 and Beyond
The World Poker Tour (WPT) has announced its upcoming lineup of high-profile events that will capture the attention of poker pros and fans worldwide. With event stops in Paris, Montreal, Las Vegas, and Cambodia, WPT is preparing for an action-packed few months of tournaments. While fans in some regions may be disappointed, the championship has […]
Poker
October 2, 2024
Join October’s Dual Venom Tourneys for Next to Nothing with Venom Fever
October is an exciting month for poker fans with their eyes on the upcoming $5 Million NLH PKO and $1.5 Million PLO PKO Venom tournaments scheduled by ACR Poker to kick-start Day1A on the 13 of the month – a lucky day for a lot of players, for sure. The iconic poker site has thought […]
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September 30, 2024
Poker Icon and Legendary Gambler Archie Karas Passes Away
One of the most iconic gamblers and Las Vegas legendary players, Archie Karas, reportedly passed away at 73. A recently posted thread on AzBilliads Forums confirms the passing of the legendary player, who is famous for a winning spree called “The Run,” which saw him accumulate tens of millions of dollars in several years back […]
Poker
September 30, 2024
California Governor Signs Bill Letting Tribes Challenge Private Card Rooms
California’s Governor Gavin Newsom has put his signature on Senate Bill 549 making it law. This new legislation gives Native American tribes the right to take legal action against private card rooms. Political Clash Erupts Over Tribes’ Rights to Challenge California Card Rooms The tribes claim that card rooms are breaking the law by running […]