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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.

Craig Wright Tells Federal Court No Access to $10 Billion Bitcoin Fortune

Dr. Craig Wright, who claims to be the real creator of Bitcoin, Satoshi Nakamoto, has told a court he is in unable to access his $10 billion dollar fortune.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Sat, 06/29/2019 - 10:03

Some of the best & worst poker reactions

Professional poker is high stakes, high octane, high everything. Hundreds and thousands of dollars, pounds, and Euros are called and raised for pots that can make or break a player’s career. For the casual poker player flipping cards at the best online casinos, this might seem like a daunting prospect but these guys (and girls) eat chips for breakfast - and not the potato kind!

Submitted by Payton on, Wed, 06/26/2019 - 07:48

Online Super Series Cub3d Returns July 21st to August 18th

The colossal OSS Super Series Cub3d returns to Americas Cardroom for a 7th time with over $13 Million in total guarantees. The OSS Cub3d features four weeks of incredible online poker tournaments for every type of player.

Submitted by Ace King on, Tue, 06/25/2019 - 23:20

$1 Million First Place Prize Online Tournament Venom Returns at ACR

We're not talking a $1 million cash prize pool here. This is your chance to win $1 million all to yourself with the upcoming $1 Million Venom online poker tournament, the first of its kind.

Submitted by Ace King on, Tue, 06/25/2019 - 10:33

Switzerland Begins Blocking Access to Foreign Online Gambling Sites

Switzerland will begin blocking access to foreign online gambling sites beginning July 1.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Mon, 06/24/2019 - 11:20

Televised Poker Returns to Colorado

In a matter of weeks, the nationally televised Heartland Poker Tour (HPT) will return to Colorado for a 12-day event at Golden Gates Casino & Poker Parlour. Since its first trip to Colorado in 2007, HPT has awarded over $25 million in Main Event prize pool money to poker players in the Centennial State.

Submitted by Press Release on, Mon, 06/24/2019 - 10:27

CEO Phil Nagy Talks Americas Cardroom Expansion, New Software, Tournaments (Podcast)

We are in beautiful Costa Rica sitting down with some of our favorite people.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Thu, 06/20/2019 - 18:14

Poker Pro Spared Prison Term: Indictment Unsealed Tuesday

A federal magistrate has spared a Wichita businessman prison time after he pleaded guilty for his role in concealing the transfer of betting information from illegal poker games.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Tue, 06/18/2019 - 19:49

David Lambard, Adam Friedman Latest WSOP Bracelet Winners

David Lambard has won the $3000 No-Limit Hold'em Shootout Victor, Adam Friedman won the $10,000 Dealers Choice 6-Handed. Both walk away with bracelets and lots of cash.

Submitted by Ace King on, Tue, 06/18/2019 - 10:27

2019 Seminole Hard Rock Poker Open to Be Held August 1-13

The Seminole Hard Rock Poker Open (SHRPO) will celebrate its seventh season of highly anticipated, top tournament play at South Florida’s iconic entertainment destination Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Fla. SHRPO will kick off Thursday, Aug. 1 with the $600 Deep Stack No Limit Hold’em (NLH) series opener highlighting a $1 Million Guarantee.

Submitted by Press Release on, Mon, 06/17/2019 - 10:42

Gambling and Sports Betting News Wire - June 16 2019

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Sunday June 16, 2019.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sun, 06/16/2019 - 09:54

Can I Access PokerStars From Iowa?

Poker is very popular in Iowa. You can access some online poker sites from the state, just not PokerStars.

Submitted by Ace King on, Fri, 06/14/2019 - 23:05

Can I Access PokerStars From Nebraska?

You can access PokerStars from Nebraska but cannot play there for real money. Othere online poker sites like Americas Cardroom do welcome those from Nebraska.

Submitted by on, Fri, 06/14/2019 - 22:46

Poker Pro Dies in Tragic Accident

Found dead in bathtub

Submitted by Ace King on, Thu, 06/13/2019 - 14:40

John Gorsuch Wins 2019 MIllionaire Maker for $1,344,930

John Gorsuch, 42, has won the 2019 World Series of Poker Millionaire Maker. He takes home $1,344,930 after beating a record field of 8,809.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Thu, 06/13/2019 - 09:42

No More Apps: iPhone Sportsbook Apps in States to go Way of Dodo Bird?

The dinosaurs, the dodo birds, the iPhone sportsbook apps. Well the later isn't extinct yet, it soon could be. At least that's what Calvin McAlee of LineUps.com warned in recent days.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Wed, 06/12/2019 - 11:58

Judge Bans Fraudster From Gambling After Being Caught Playing Poker on Live Stream

Wyatt Green defrauded countless numbers of people through an insurance scheme involving Hurricane Michael

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Mon, 06/10/2019 - 11:02

Selling Sex for WSOP Buy-ins? Marle Cordeiro Says Why Not?

To date, her vlogs have enjoyed a combined 1,022,069 views.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Mon, 06/10/2019 - 10:24

Igor Senkov Wins $36965 at Americas Cardroom Cage Live

Russian Igor Senkov walked away with a cool $36,965 in Americas Cardroom’s Cage Live event.

Submitted by Ace King on, Tue, 06/04/2019 - 12:20

New Five Card Poker Variant Added to B2B Provider’s Online Portfolio

Latvia-based B2B online casino provider Evolution Gaming has unveiled its latest variant, 2 Hand Casino Hold’em.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mon, 06/03/2019 - 12:04

Can I Use Bovada to Bet Sports if I'm in California

The popular online sportsbook, racebook, casino and poker site Bovada (formerly known as Bodog) is accessible to those living in the state of California.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mon, 06/03/2019 - 00:19

YouTubers Being Banned for Promoting Online Poker Sites

In a single evening, three popular YouTuber poker pros had their videos removed from the social media platform for promoting online poker rooms. In one of these cases, the poker player had his entire channel removed.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Sun, 06/02/2019 - 10:21

Nicholas Haynes Wins Casino Employees Event at WSOP 2019

Nicholas Haynes has captured the Casino Employees Event title and his first World Series of Poker Gold Bracelet. He defeated a field of 685 players to claim the $62,248 first prize.

Submitted by on, Fri, 05/31/2019 - 23:34

50th Annual World Series of Poker Gets Underway in Las Vegas

The annual World Series of Poker got underway on Tuesday in Las Vegas with dozens of scheduled card tournaments and a special event to celebrate the event's 50 year anniversary.

Submitted by on, Wed, 05/29/2019 - 19:51

Sports Betting News: Hearings Underway in Mass, Rotogrinders, PocketFive Acquired

Hearings were underway Tuesday and Wednesday to determine if sports betting should be legalized in the state of Massachusetts. The public will offer feedback on Wednesday.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Tue, 05/28/2019 - 12:52

Negreanu and PokerStars Part Ways

The biggest money earner in poker, Daniel Negreanu, has amicably split with PokerStars following 12 years as a sponsored pro.

Submitted by Ace King on, Sun, 05/26/2019 - 13:00

Is PokerStars Legal in the State of Idaho?

PokerStars is not accessible in the state of Idaho, though it used to be. The site now adheres to state interpretation that poker sites are not legally permitted to operate in Idaho.

Submitted by Ace King on, Fri, 05/24/2019 - 21:55

Borgata Babes Case Can Go to Trial

A state appellate court says five cocktail waitresses who sued an Atlantic City casino for gender bias and a hostile work environment can take their case to trial.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Tue, 05/21/2019 - 11:48

Red Dead Online Poker Review - Access Issues

If any company is going to make a run at competing with the big name real money online poker sites like PokerStars, Americas Cardroom or 888, it would be an established gaming site the likes of Rock Star Games. They recently incorporated poker into their Red Dead Online title, but - SURPRISE - most people can't play for real money.

Submitted by steve cooper on, Sun, 05/19/2019 - 16:31