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What are some of the hottest headlines in the world of poker? Here you will find all the latest juicy stories along with other important news and tournament results. A must read for the poker enthusiast with articles published throughout the day.
Poker Hall of Fame Finalists Announced
The Poker Hall of Fame finalists were announced Tuesday in Vegas and, as many expected, Phil Ivey is among those listed.
Newbie Poker Players Thrive in Nosebleeds
All summer long, the high stakes action on the nosebleed tables has been plentiful and down-right mind boggling.
WSOP Ratings Up Slightly: Phil Ivey Still An Issue
Through 10 episodes, the 2009 WSOP has earned an average rating of .75, which translates to 741,311 household impressions.
Poker Host has Kenna James as New Pro
Poker Host has signed Kenna James as their new Pro.
Kentucky Supreme Court: iMEGA Oral Argument
The Supreme Court has set oral argument in the commonwealth of Kentucky v. IMEGA et al for 11 a.m.
Cereus Poker Network Holds Off Competition
The Cereus Poker Network, which includes UltimateBet.com and Absolute Poker, clings on for dear life to the num
Internet Poker Question Won’t be on Mass Ballot
BOSTON (AP) - Internet poker fans won't be getting a chance to push for a ballot question legalizing the game.
UltimateBet to Give Away Mercedes at Aruba Poker Classic
UltimateBet ("UB") continues to drive home the value for players in their 10th Anniversary year. The leading online poker site is gearing up for a turbo-charged 8th annual Aruba Poker Classic, October 3rd through 10th, and to mark ten years of dealing out the cards, UltimateBet has added an uber-amazing ‘Mercedes Giveaway' to the tournament lineup in Aruba.
Phil Hellmuth to Host Hold Em For Heroes
UltimateBet today announced that poker legend and Team UB pro Phil Hellmuth will be hosting Hold'em for Heroes this November, a charity Texas Hold'em tournament to benefit the TASER Foundation for
Christina Lindley, Maria Ho Play in Charity Poker Tournament
Poker babes Christina Lindley, Maria Ho and Stephen Baldwin will be playing in the Jerry Yang Celebrity Poker Tournament this coming Saturday September 5, 2009.
Sports Legends Challenge Cancelled?
Pokerati.com is reporting that the Sports Legends Challenge Poker Tournament has been cancelled or at least postponed to an undisclosed date.
PokerStars Baltic Festival
TALLINN, 31 August 2009 - The world's largest online poker site PokerStars.com announced that it will hold the PokerStars Baltic Festival this autumn in Tallinn, capital of Estonia
iMEGA Response to UIGEA Decision
The US 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) of 2006, rejecting arguments that the law was vague and intruded on individual privacy rights.
Update on S 1597 Bill for Legalizing Online Poker
In August, Senator Robert Menendez (D-NJ) introduced S 1597, the Internet Poker and Games of Skill Regulation, Consumer Protection, and Enforcement Act. Menendez's measure calls for the licensing and regulation of internet games of skill like online poker in an effort that is narrower than Congressman Barney Frank's (D-MA) HR 2267, the Internet Gambling Regulation, Consumer Protection, and Enforcement Act. The bill includes provisions to address problem gambling.
Barney Frank on Legalized State Online Gambling
Much of the talk this summer has focused on both Delaware and New Jersey's efforts to legalize sports betting. In the case of New Jersey, the idea would be to bet online. Delaware was dealt a s
Breaking: UIGEA Challenge Ruling In, States Have Burden
While a 3rd Circuit Court has upheld the Unlawful Internet Gaming Enforcement Act (UIGEA) as law, the Court has effectively now placed the burden on states making this decision somewhat
Online Poker Mac OS X Version for Apple Users Released
This September, UltimateBet ("UB") is set to unleash its new Mac-compatible online poker client, providing Mac players everywhere with unparalleled access to the much-loved games and feat
World Series of Poker Needs Phil-in: Phil Ivey Hides
The death of U.S. Senator Ted Kennedy last week recalled memories of the 1988 Democratic National Convention in Atlanta, Georgia, USA.
Daniel Tzvetkoff Running Payovation?
Fresh off his stint scamming numerous online gambling companies, Gambling911.com is now learning that Daniel Tzvetkoff is reportedly running a new online payment solutions company, Payovation.
Online Gambling: Daniel Tzvetkoff Back in Business?
TALK abounds that fallen youthful internet king Daniel Tzvetkoff may be back in business.
Online Poker: Barney Frank Appalled by US Attorney Actions
Congressman Barney Frank has expressed outrage over actions taken by the US Attorneys Office in the Southern District of New York in recent months. In June, that office seized nearly $40 million
Argentina Wants Online Gambling Legalized
BUENOS AIRES -(Dow Jones)- The Argentine government is working on plans to allow online gambling throughout the country, presidential Cabinet Chief Anibal Fernandez said Wednesday.
Online Poker: Cereus in the Top 5
Cereus Poker, which includes the likes of UltimateBet.com and Absolute Poker have once more broken into the top
Health Insurance for Online Poker Players?
These days everybody is talking about health insurance and how to get the best coverage. For online poker players, obtaining such insurance might be easier than originally thought. So what's th
PartyGaming Claims US Legal Issues Gave It Advantage
PartyGaming's settlement of its US liabilities has given it an advantage over rivals in the consolidation of the online gambling market, according to Jim Ryan, chief executive.
The operator of PartyPoker followed up its $105m (£64.4m) settlement with the US Department of Justice in April with a £72m cash purchase in July of online bingo website Cashcade from Independent News & Media, beating a bid from 888. It paid £12.3m for the World Poker Tour.
Online Poker Funds Will Remain Seized: Judge Throws Out Case
U.S. District Judge Jeffrey Miller in San Diego denied a bid Thursday by lawyers for the company, Account Services Inc., and the Poker Players Alliance to return the money.
On June 2, the US Attorney's Office in Manhattan seized approximately $40 million in funds belonging to Full Tilt Poker and PokerStars, the two largest online poker rooms. Some of that money was being transferred through Account Services, Inc.
After filing a motion asking for return of the funds, the US Attorney's Office issued an indictment against Account Services owner Douglas Rennick.
PKR Poker: Affiliates Have Nothing to Fear
PKR has said affiliates have "nothing to worry about" after not being able to log in to the PKR.com affiliate site or receive payments for more than a week.
Concerns were raised by affiliates this week, some of them due thousands of pounds from the poker site, after their PKR log in PKR has said affiliates have "nothing to worry about" after not being able to log in to the PKR.com affiliate site or receive payments for more than a week.
PartyGaming First Year Revenues Drop
LONDON (Reuters) - Online gambling group PartyGaming (PRTY.L: Quote, Profile, Research) said first-half revenue fell a fifth due to adverse currency movements, competitive pressures and the consume
DoylesRoom Affiliates Adds Top Account Manager to Team
DoylesRoom Affiliates is pleased to announce that Marcela Jarquin is joining DoylesRoom Affiliates as Key Account Manager.
Vanessa Rousso Talks 2009 World Series of Poker With Woo
I just did a quick follow up with Vanessa Rousso to see what's been going on with her after the 2009 World Series of Poker. To no surprise, she seems to be busier than ever as you'll read in my i
