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Sid Rosenberg’s New Gig: No Room for Error
Zero. That’s the number of chances radio sports commentator Sid Rosenberg has if he f***s up again.
California Amends its Online Poker Bill
The state of California has further amended its online poker bill as a means of appeasing the powerful Tribal casinos.
An initial version of the bill would have required Tribes to waive their sovereignty rights as a requirement for obtaining a license.
Applicants must be in “good standing” with the California Gambling Control Commission (CGCC) for three years but will be able to establish partnership agreements.
PokerStars Cancels Macau Poker Cup August Events
No reason was given as to why PokerStars abruptly cancelled its Macau Poker Cup August events on Wednesday.
The world’s largest real money online poker company and sponsor of the European Poker Tour (EPT) only cited “events beyond our reasonable control”.
Future Macau Poker events remain in limbo.
Everleaf Gaming Attempts to Pay Back US Players Not Genuine Claims Processor
A payment processor is claiming that the Everleaf Gaming Network was offered the opportunity to pay back US players but declined to do so.
Chuck Kidd, head of Costa Rica-based PICCLUB, an online payment processor, told PokerFuse.com he offered to facilitate payment to US customers through his company but that they refused.
William Hill Shuts Down Australia Website: May be Trying to Appease Nevada Regulators
England’s largest bookmaker, William Hill, has shut down its Australian website this week as a means of protecting its pending application for a Nevada Gaming license.
Cuomo Denies Influences Related to Gambling Expansion Efforts in New York
New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo has denied any outside influences from gambling interests when it comes to his efforts to expand gambling in that state.
The New York Times on Tuesday published a report that The New York Gaming Association donated $2 million from gambling interests to a lobbying group created specifically to support Cuomo.
"Mr. Cuomo’s support for expanded gambling, which he made a centerpiece of his State of the State address in January, had a profound impact," the newspaper noted.
John Monnette Wins World Series of Poker Event Number 10: Seven Card Stud
John Monnette has won the WSOP Event 10: Seven Card Stud. The US poker player pocketed just over $190,000.
Finishing behind Monnette were Huu Vinh, Timothy Finne, Perry Friendman and Jeff Lisandro.
This is Monnette’s second World Series of Poker bracelet. He had previously won the 42nd WSOP Eight Game Mix and the $278,144 that came with it.
World Series of Poker Director Ty Stewart Addresses WSOP Controversies (Video)
World Series of Poker Executive Director Ty Stewart sat down with Quadjacks.com to talk about four early controversies surrounding the WSOP events.
Among those controversies, WSOP Twitter administrator Seth Palansky personally attacking poker pro Jon Aguiar by referring to him as a “complete bitch” . Palansky later apologized and announced he would no longer be overseeing the WSOP Twitter feed.
Online Poker Rakeback to be Paid Hourly at Revolution Gaming, Lock Poker
The Revolution Gaming Network entered the online poker industry last week with a bang, offering 36 percent rakeback and now comes word rakeback will be paid hourly at rooms such as Lock and Cake.
Revolution debuted following Lock Poker’s acquisition of the Cake Poker Network. Cake itself remains a pivotal skin on the network and still features its own brand of casino games.
Blaze Poker, the Latest Fast Online Poker Variant Comes to BetVictor, Ladbrokes
Following in the footsteps of Rush Poker, Zoom and Fast, BetVictor.com has introduced Blaze Poker, the latest variant that allows players to join a communal pool then reseat seamlessly at a new table once they complete or fold. This is online poker network Microgaming’s entry into the speed poker sector.
Up to 300 hands can be played per hour with Blaze, that is four to five times more than under traditional rules. Initially Blaze Poker is available at six-handed tables.
First Ever Latin Series of Poker Trophy to be Rewarded
Peru has been designated the country to crown the first LSOP Poker Champion. In this its inaugural event the $500,000 Guaranteed No Limit Hold’em tournament - takes place in MiraFlores, a district of Lima, boasting a variety of cuisine, known for its hotels, shops, restaurants, pubs and casinos.
New York City School Teaches Kids to Play Poker: Beat Harvard Students in Tournament
A lower East Side Manhattan public school is teaching its students how to play poker. That’s right!
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Daniel Negreanu Parks Trailer Outside WSOP
Daniel Negreanu is one of a handful of poker pros who has his own trailer and he’s parking it right outside the Rio in Vegas while taking part in the 2012 World Series of Poker events.
Negreanu’s trailer has its own fridge and a bed of course to take naps.
“I'm a vegan, so I have a fridge full of stocked foods with a microwave so I never have to worry about going hungry, and also in between breaks I'm double dipping a lot of these tournaments,” he notes in his blog.
Aubin Cazals Beats 2010 November Niner Joseph Cheong in WSOP Event
Aubin Cazals won the Event 6: $5,000 No-Limit Hold'em Mixed-Max Monday night, beating 2010 November Niner Joseph Cheong.
Cazals traveled from Malta all the way to Las Vegas for the 2012 World Series of Poker, and, thanks to winning Event 6: $5,000 No-Limit Hold'em Mixed-Max, he's not going to leave empty handed.
Seth Palansky Removed From WSOP Twitter Duties Following Jon Aguiar Complete Bitch Tweet
Seth Palansky has apologized and will no longer be managing the World Series of Poker Twitter account after admitting to use of foul language.
Bail Denied for Second Suspect in Kidnap Plot to Avenge High Stakes Poker Losses
Pavlos “Paul” Kaimacliotis, a citizen of both the US and Cypriot, won’t be granted bail following accusations that he conspired to kidnap a wealthy Palm Beach Gardens businessman for $20 million in order to avenge losses from high stakes poker games.
Revolution Gaming Officially Almost 2nd Largest US-Facing Online Poker Network
It is expected to happen within the next 24 hours (by the end of June 5, 2012) that the Revolution Gaming Network will become the 2nd biggest in the US market.
2012 WSOP Results: Herbert Tapscott Wins Event #8: Omaha Hi-Low Split-8 or Better
Herbert Tapscott has won his first ever World Series of Poker bracelet and the $264,400 cash prize that came with it at this year’s Event #8: Omaha Hi-Low Split-8 or Better.
The 71-year-old from Alabama has won $322,250 on the live circuit to date with a total of 20 cashes. This is his second 1st place finish.
Cannibal, Poker Playing Porn Star Arrested in Germany
A self-proclaimed porn star who dabbled in poker, Luka Rocco Magnotta, 29, has been arrested in Germany, Canadian authorities confirmed on Monday.
Never Before Seen Episodes of Poker After Dark to Begin Airing Tonight
Two weeks worth of “Poker After Dark” episodes taped back in 2010 will air for the very first time on the NBC Sports Network (check your local listings) beginning Monday night, June 4, at 12:30 am ET.
Event 6, the $5,000 No-Limit Hold'em Mixed-Max: Joseph Cheong vs. Aubin Cazalis (Video)
The championship match set for Event 6, the $5,000 No-Limit Hold’em Mixed-Max goes off at 3 pm ET between Joseph Cheong and Aubin Cazalis (Monday June 4, 2012).
This World Series of Poker event will result in $480,564 for the winner and a sweet $296,956 for second place.
PokerStars Obtains Spain Gaming License
PokerStars has been awarded a license to operate in Spain and will launch www.PokerStars.es on June 5 to serve the Spanish online poker market, the company announced today.
Will The Thrill Failla thrown Out of WSOP Event After Entering a Third Time (Video)
Poker pro Dutch Boyd believed it to be an ‘honest mistake” whereby Will “The Thrill” Failla ended up thrown out of the World Series of Poker Event 9 $1,500 No-Limit Hold’em Re-Entry for a third time.
Boyd told Quadjacks.com: “It’s kind of a shame too, he had a nice little stack.”
Failla appeared to believe he could re-enter the tournament for a third time.
WSOP Event 6 No Limit Hold’em Mixed Max Showdown: Joseph Cheong Led With Chips
It was down to three players Sunday evening at the World Series of Poker Event 6 No Limit Hold’em Mixed Max with the winner about to pocket just over $480,000.
Joseph Cheong was the chip leader with Warwick Mirzikinian of New South Whales, Australia trailing in second. Montserrat’s Aubin Cazals was in third place at press time.
Illinois Internet Poker Bill Dead for Now
A measure to legalize Internet poker in the state of Illinois has died this past week.
PokerFuse.com reports that the piece of legislation, sponsored by State Senate President John Cullerton (D), was quietly shelved on Tuesday following after failing to receive the required third reading.
Revolution Gaming Could Overtake Merge Within a Month
The newly branded Revolution Gaming Network, featuring the likes of Lock Poker, Cake Poker and Intertops, the world’s first online gambling website, is expected to rank as the most trafficked US-facing online poker network by the end of June based on current trending data, overtaking what is currently the biggest North American-facing Web poker network, Merge Gaming.
Event 6: No-Limit Hold'em Mixed Max Will Pay Almost Half Million
With just 16 remaining at press time, the winner of this year’s World Series of Poker Event 6: No-Limit Hold’em Mixed Max will receive just shy of $500,000 ($480,564 to be exact).
This event is so rich that each player finishing between 9th thru 16th place will receive just over $24,000.
409 players took part in this event.
Miss USA 2012 Odds to Win
Carrie Stroup here and Miss USA 2012 odds to win have been posted with Miss Texas the 5/1 favorite, followed by Miss Rhode Island at 7/1 and four state contestants each with 10/1 odds including Miss Pennsylvania, Miss Alaska, Miss California and Miss Ohio. Miss USA 2012 betting odds were available for wagering online here at Sportsbook (found under EXOTICS) where this Southern Belle has been placing bets for years
2012 Punta Cana Poker Classic Online Guarantees Start June 10
It’s hard to believe but the 2012 Punta Cana Poker Classic is just around the corner. We’re anticipating even more money being rewarded than last year’s event.
This will mark the 3rd Punta Cana Poker Classic, and as Gambling911.com readers know, we are there live covering this tournament.
Utah Poker Players Locked Out of Lock: Other State Players Now Welcome
The new Revolution Gaming Network appears to be following the new US model for online poker whereby individual states have been given the green light to offer Web gambling at the local level while others can elect to opt out.
