Breaking News: Resorts and PokerStars to Offer Online Gambling in New Jersey

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ATLANTIC CITY - Resorts Casino Hotel and The Rational Group, operator of PokerStars, the world’s largest online poker site, have reached an agreement to provide online gaming in New Jersey, the companies announced today.

The agreement links the first casino to open in Atlantic City with one of the biggest online gaming companies in the world.

“This is another blue chip partner for Resorts to complete a wonderful series of brands - Mohegan Sun, Margaritaville and now PokerStars,” said Morris Bailey, Resorts’ Company Chairman.

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“Resorts is a fantastic partner for us and we are looking forward to launch PokerStars in the U.S. in association with the other quality brands Resorts has brought to Atlantic City,” said Mark Scheinberg, CEO of The Rational Group.  “We are very happy to invest in New Jersey and we are excited about building a successful relationship with Resorts.” 

The agreement is pending approval by the New Jersey regulatory authorities. 

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