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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.

Brazil Senate to Vote on Bill That Would Legalize Online Gambling

The Brazil Senate is set to vote December 7 on the legalization of Internet Gambling in South America’s largest nation.

Submitted by on, Fri, 11/18/2016 - 09:31

Internet Gambling Prohibition RAWA Could be Inserted in Spending Bill

Casino magnate and GOP mega donor Sheldon Adelson has been pushing for online gambling prohibition for the last few years and now he may have an opportunity to get legislation passed

Submitted by on, Thu, 11/17/2016 - 21:25

All You Can Eat Thanksgiving Day Bonus at Americas Cardroom Online Poker Site

Stuff your bankroll this Thanksgiving Weekend on Americas Cardroom! From November 24^th to November 27^th, Americas Cardroom is running a 4-part All You Can Eat Bonus promotion!

Submitted by on, Thu, 11/17/2016 - 14:29

President Trump Good or Bad for Online Poker?

The TwoPlusTwo.com posting forum conducted a survey asking its members to vote on whether newly elected US President Donald Trump will be good or bad for legalized online poker in America.

Submitted by on, Thu, 11/17/2016 - 11:04

How to Negotiate Like a Poker Player

Entrepreneur 360™ features a great piece on how to negotiate business like a poker player.

Submitted by on, Wed, 11/16/2016 - 20:19

PokerStars Expected 2017 VIP Changes

Poker media outlets have begun publishing the anticipated PokerStars changes to its VIP program and it appears they will continue to polarize high stakes players

Submitted by on, Tue, 11/15/2016 - 22:29

PA Sobering Fiscal News as Legalized Online Gambling Remains on Back Burner

Pennsylvania state government received sobering fiscal news Tuesday, as the Legislature’s independent budget analyst projected more big deficits are looming, including a shortfall this year.

Submitted by on, Tue, 11/15/2016 - 22:00

Brian Hastings is Just Like Hillary ... So He Says

Big name poker pro in recent days has compared his multi-accounting scandal from last year to that of losing Democratic US Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton’s email private server controversy.

Submitted by on, Mon, 11/14/2016 - 21:00

Former Amaya CEO Accused of Insider Trading Wants to Buy Company Back

Amaya Inc's (AYA.TO) former chief executive, David Baazov, has offered to buy the Canadian online gambling company in a deal valued at about C$3.48 billion ($2.56 billion).

Submitted by on, Mon, 11/14/2016 - 10:08

'Bridesmaids' Star Chris O'Dowd Latest Actor to Join ‘Molly’s Game’ Cast

Chris O’Dowd has been confirmed among the latest cast members of the upcoming poker flick Molly’s Game.

Submitted by on, Sun, 11/13/2016 - 23:29

Sands Bethlehem Plans $90 Million Expansion, to Include Larger Poker Room

Sands Casino Resort Bethlehem is planning a massive $90 million expansion that will included added restaurants, slot machines and a much larger poker room.

Submitted by on, Sun, 11/13/2016 - 21:47

Borgata Wants Phil Ivey to Pay Back $15 Million

Borgata legal counsel wants poker pro Phil Ivey and his casino companion Cheung Yin Sun to pay back $15 million, claiming that they violated the New Jersey Casino Control Act.

Submitted by on, Sun, 11/13/2016 - 11:00

Poker Pro Doyle Brunson Happy for a Trump Win but ‘Scared’: Wins $300K State Bets

Texas Dolly had reservations about Trump but could never bring himself to support Hillary Clinton

Submitted by on, Fri, 11/11/2016 - 17:57

Triton Super High Roller Series Winner Gets Over $2 Million: Wai Kin Yong Wins

Nosebleed action in the Philippines this week resulted in Wai Kin Yong winning a cool $2 million and some change at the Triton Super High Roller Series HK$500,000 Main Event held in Manila.

Submitted by on, Fri, 11/11/2016 - 11:34

Trump Presidency Not Good for US Online Poker Industry Site Claims

There’s a very real chance that US President-Elect Donald Trump could affect the arc of online gambling in the U.S., and likely not in a good way, writes one industry reporter

Submitted by on, Thu, 11/10/2016 - 17:03

Americas Cardroom Introduces Sit & Go 2.0: New Evolution in Online Poker

Americas Cardroom will soon be introducing Sit & Go 2.0, described as the next evolution of poker!

Submitted by on, Thu, 11/10/2016 - 13:26

Phil Ivey an ‘Honest’ Cheater’?

A high court in London may have denied poker pro Phil Ivey his appeal to recover “winnings” in the amount of $9.6 million after Genting Casino claims he cheated, but at least the court concluded that Ivey was an “honest cheater”.

Submitted by on, Fri, 11/04/2016 - 18:48

Phil Ivey Loses Appeal Against London Casino Over £7.7m Winnings

Poker pro Phil Ivey will be unable to collect on his over £7.7m in winnings after losing his appeal in a high profile “edge-sorting” case

Submitted by on, Thu, 11/03/2016 - 20:33

PA Online Poker Not Happening This Year

The Pennsylvania Senate has placed online poker legislation on hold and its likelihood of getting anywhere this legislative session seem close to zero.

Submitted by on, Thu, 11/03/2016 - 20:08

One Time Nail Salon Owner Wins 2016 WSOP Main Event and Over $8 Million

Former nail salon owner and failed professional baccarat player Qui Nguyen (Kwee Win) has won the World Series of Poker Main Event after the longest heads-up matchup in tournament history.

Submitted by on, Wed, 11/02/2016 - 20:17

WSOP Circuit Champ Pleads Guilty in Bogus Debt Collection Scheme

The winner of two World Series of Poker circuit tournaments has plead guilty to wire fraud and conspiracy for his involvement in an elaborate $31 million bogus debt collection scheme.

Submitted by on, Tue, 11/01/2016 - 20:30

World Series of Poker Final to Award $8 million This Week

There is another World Series that has people excited with an $8 million prize at stake.

Submitted by on, Mon, 10/31/2016 - 17:03

Black Market Smartphones Turning Live Poker Cheats “Superusers"?

A uniquely developed smartphone has reportedly turned up on the black market that is designed to help live poker players view their opponents hole cards and essentially turn them into “superusers”.

Submitted by on, Fri, 10/28/2016 - 11:14

Black Market Smartphones Turning Live Poker Cheats “Superusers"?

Submitted by on, Fri, 10/28/2016 - 11:13

PA Web Poker Bill Passes in House

The Pennsylvania House of Representatives adjourned Thursday after a busy pre-election legislative agenda that included passing a bill that would allow casino-style gambling in Pennsylvania to expand to the internet

Submitted by C Costigan on, Thu, 10/27/2016 - 23:37

Judge Says Poker Pro Phil Ivey Broke Rules in $10 Million Casino Win

A federal judge ruled on Friday that poker pro Phil Ivey and a companion violated state gambling regulations in the way they won nearly $10 million at cards at an Atlantic City casino.

Submitted by on, Sat, 10/22/2016 - 11:05

Justin Bieber the Latest Celebrity Poker Player?

Recording artist Justin Bieber was spotted playing poker at during the early morning hours of Monday at the Empire Casino in Leicester Square.

Submitted by on, Wed, 10/19/2016 - 09:52

Kevin Costner Wants All In On ‘Molly’s Game’

Reports surfaced Monday that Kevin Costner is in talks to play Jessica Chastain’s father in the upcoming poker flick “Molly’s Game”.

Submitted by on, Mon, 10/17/2016 - 20:09

Former Online Poker Employee Pleads Guilty

A former employee of internet gambling company PokerStars pleaded guilty on Thursday to operating an illegal gambling business, as part of a long-running case by U.S. prosecutors against the online poker industry.

Submitted by on, Sat, 10/15/2016 - 21:12