Gambling

No Internet Gambling for Maryland

As quickly as the topic arose, the plug has been pulled just as fast on the topic of Internet gambling in the state of Maryland. 

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Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Aug/07/2012

Facebook Launches Real Money Online Gambling in UK with Bingo Friendzy App

Breaking News 5:45 am EDT:  Facebook announced this morning that it will begin to offer real money online gambling to UK residents 18 years and up beginning today, August 7, 2012, via a new Bingo Friendzy
app in conjunction with Gamesys, one of the UK’s largest online gambling operators.

“Gambling is very popular and well regulated in the UK . . . for millions of bingo users it’s already a social experience [so] it makes sense [for us] to offer that as well,” said Julien Codorniou, Facebook’s head of gaming for Europe, Middle East and Africa.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Aug/07/2012

Legalized Online Poker in California Faces Long Odds in Final Weeks: Bill Not Likely to Pass

The deadline to get an online poker measure passed in the California legislature is looming. 

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That August 31 date leaves little wiggle room to pass such legislation that would make the activity legal online within the Golden State. 

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Aug/06/2012

Betting the NFL on a Tablet Now Possible as Bookmaker Unveils New Website for iPad Users

Bookmaker has unveiled its new tablet website just in time for the 2012 NFL betting season. 

A tablet computer is a mobile device larger than a phone, the most popular of which is the Apple iPad.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Aug/06/2012

Connecticut Bookie Pleads Guilty to Alleged Mob Connected Website 44Wager.com

A New Haven bookie, Michael Pepe, 33, has plead guilty in a federal court Monday to two counts of operating an illegal online sports betting business with alleged ties to the Gambino crime family. 

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Aug/06/2012

William Hill Appeals Horse Race Betting Levy

William Hill, the largest bookmaker in the United Kingdom, announced on Monday (August 6, 2012) it was appealing a case in the Court of Appeal that exempts customers of betting exchanges from being liable for paying a horse racing levy. 

Hill has specifically cited rival betting exchange Betfair in regard to the exemption. 

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Aug/06/2012

Wynn to Introduce 6 Max Cash Game August 10, 2012

Wynn Resorts continues to strive for excellence and distinguish themselves from other Las Vegas properties.  This becomes apparent with the introduction of 6 Max Cash Games. 

A TwoPlusTwo.com posting forum member broke the news

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Aug/05/2012

Indian Tribes More Willing to Back Internet Gambling Though Some are Screwed

Indian Tribes see the writing on the wall.  When it comes to Internet gambling, if they can’t beat ‘em, they might as well join them.

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Case in point, Washington State’s Tulalip Tribes condemned the idea of legalizing Web gambling just eight months ago.  On July 26, the Tulalip Secretary, Glen Gobin, told a Senate panel that tribes "must have equal footing to participate".

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Aug/05/2012

Macau Raids Casinos After Deadly Attacks on Guests

Macau police in operation with Chinese and Hong Kong authorities raided a number of casinos and hotels during the late night and early morning hours of August 3 and 4 (Friday and Saturday) in what is being codenamed “Operation Thunderbolt”.

The raid follows a series of murders and attacks targeting tourists.  1300 people have been questioned and 150 of those detained as a result of the investigation. 

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Aug/05/2012

Congressman John Tierney May Face Ethics Probe in Connection to ‘Bookie-Gate’

Eight-term Massachusetts Congressman John Tierney continues to fight for his political career after it was revealed that three nonpartisan open-government groups want the Democrat investigated by the House Committee on Ethics.

Tierney is accused of failing to publicly disclose more than $200,000 that his wife received while managing a bank account with money that came from her brother’s ­illegal gambling business.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Aug/04/2012

Illegal Gambling Yet to Target London Olympic Games

(Reuters) - Illegal gambling has not yet targeted sports during the London 2012 Olympics  after almost a week of competition, the International Olympic Committee said on Thursday.

The IOC has set up a monitoring system for illegal gambling on the 26 competitions during the July 27-August 12 Games as it seeks to counter the growing threat in professional sports.

Submitted by Guest on, Aug/04/2012

Allowing Internet Gambling in Maryland Would Ease Opposition

Maryland Live Casino owner David Cordish listed permission to offer Internet gambling as one of the conditions that could persuade him to ease his opposition to a proposed casino in Prince George's County, according to a report in the Baltimore Sun on Friday. 

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Aug/03/2012

Man Pleads Guilty in Philadelphia Mob Case Involving Gambling

PHILADELPHIA – (Associated Press) - A man charged in a Philadelphia mob case has pleaded guilty in federal court.

Federal prosecutors say 59-year-old Gaeton Lucibello pleaded guilty Thursday to participating in a racketeering conspiracy involving extortion and illegal gambling. Authorities say he admitted that he assisted in shaking down a bookmaker for "street tax" payments and operated two illegal video poker machine businesses.

Sentencing is scheduled for Nov. 26.

Submitted by Guest on, Aug/03/2012

Lawmakers in Maryland Gather for Special Session Next Week to Discuss Internet Gambling

ANNAPOLIS --  (Associated Press) - As the battle for gamblers' dollars intensifies in the mid-Atlantic region, the possibility of developing Internet games in Maryland will be considered when lawmakers gather for a special session next week to expand gambling, the House speaker wrote in a memo.

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Submitted by Guest on, Aug/03/2012

Courier Mail: Daniel Tzvetkoff Would Have Been Better Off Going to Jail

In a very well written article by Paul Toohey of the Courier Mail, the question is raised as to whether online poker payment processing “Wiz Kid” Daniel Tzvetkoff would have been better off spending a year or two behind bars as opposed to “snitching”. 

Submitted by C Costigan on, Aug/03/2012

Maryland Indicts Bodog for Internet Gambling and Now Wants Piece of the Pie, Oh My

For those of you who have been reading the Gambling911.com website in recent days, you may have been following coverage of Maryland’s decision to institute a special session for the sole purpose of expanding its casino industry.

Oh the hypocrisy!  It’s so thick you can cut it with a knife.  It’s thicker than the smog in my native India.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Aug/02/2012

CNBC: Sheldon Adelson Casino Probed in ‘Prostitution Probe’

Casino billionaire Sheldon Adelson’s Sands Casino in Macau is reportedly under investigation by the local Chinese Government according to a CNBC report.

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The company reportedly transferred documents linked to a wrongful dismissal case to the United States from Macau.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Aug/01/2012

Leaked Email: PokerStars Chairman Seeks World Domination

Following news that the world’s largest “real money” online poker venture, PokerStars, will be acquiring its one time second biggest rival, revelations have surfaced regarding Stars intent and its pursuit of world domination, at least within the Internet poker universe. 

From eGaming Review Magazine

Submitted by Ace King on, Aug/01/2012

Full Tilt Poker Exec Nelson Burtnick Out on Bail: Absolute Poker Players Hopeful

At almost the exact time Full Tilt Poker executive Nelson Burtnick landed at Newark Liberty Airport on United Airline flight 23 from Dublin to 10:58 am (July 31, 2012), the US Justice Department confirmed Friday’s report on Gambling911.com that a settlement agreement had been reached between Full Tilt Poker and PokerStars whereby all players would be paid back monies owed. 

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Submitted by C Costigan on, Jul/31/2012

PokerStars Will be Allowed to Operate in US Once Again

As part of a settlement agreement reached with the US Government on Tuesday, PokerStars has agreed to pay all players owed by Full Tilt Poker living outside the US.  The United States Government will arrange for players within the US to be paid what they are owed.  PokerStars will take over the assets of Full Tilt Poker.

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Submitted by C Costigan on, Jul/31/2012

PokerStars Official Release re: Acquisition of Full Tilt Poker, Players to be Paid

ONCHAN, ISLE OF MAN – July 31, 2012 – PokerStars today announced that the Company has reached a settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Southern District of New York. As part of the settlement agreement, PokerStars has also acquired the assets of Full Tilt Poker, and has committed to the full reimbursement of Full Tilt Poker customers outside the United States.

Submitted by Guest on, Jul/31/2012

Official Release: Full Tilt Poker Concludes Transaction with PokerStars

Dublin, Ireland – July 31, 2012 - Full Tilt Poker is very pleased to announce the conclusion of a three-way transaction with PokerStars and the United States Department of Justice that will result in all of its players having the opportunity to be paid. The agreement ends the company’s civil forfeiture proceedings with the U.S. Department of Justice.

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Submitted by Guest on, Jul/31/2012

Specific Details of Full Tilt Poker, PokerStars Deal with US Government Now Public

As confirmed by Gambling911.com on Friday, PokerStars has been granted permission by the US Government to acquire the assets of Full Tilt Poker and ensure all players be paid.  Attorney for Full Tilt Poker Jeff Ifrah has confirmed to Gambling911.com the report appearing on DiamondFlush.com.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jul/31/2012

Class Action Case Against Full Tilt Poker: Lead plaintiff Judy Fahrner

Information related to a class action suit against Full Tilt Poker (lead plaintiff Judy Fahrner) was presented by the Courthouse News Service. This complaint was filed out of St. Claire County Court, Illinois.  

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The complaint alleges that Full Tilt Poker companies took more than $443.8 million from players' accounts from April 2007 to April 2011

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jul/31/2012

Breaking News: US Government to Take Control of Absolute Poker Assets

The US Government on Tuesday July 31, 2012 requested that the Court grant custody of all Absolute Poker assets.  Presumably players would be paid at least a partial amount of monies owed provided they filed an action with the US Justice Department. 

US Attorney in the Southern District of New York Preet Bharara filed the motion. 

Case 1:11-cv-02564-LBS on PACER:

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jul/31/2012

Maryland Panel Considers Baltimore Casino License

(Associated Press) - A Maryland panel is set to consider a decision on whether to grant a license for a proposed casino in Baltimore.

The Maryland Video Lottery Facility Location Commission is scheduled to meet Tuesday afternoon in Annapolis to take up the proposal by Caesars Entertainment

Maryland voters approved a constitutional amendment in 2008 allowing for a total of five casino locations. Four others have already been given licenses.

Caesars wants to build a casino with 3,750 slot machines.

Submitted by Guest on, Jul/31/2012

Shuffle Master Receives License by Nevada to Offer Real Money Online Poker in State

Shuffle Master has received a license by the Nevada Gaming Commission for interactive gaming.

This license will allow Shuffle Master to be a business-to-business partner with land-based casino operators in order to provide online poker games in addition to play-for-fun versions of its world-renowned proprietary table games, such as Three Card Poker, Ultimate Texas Hold'em, and Fortune Pai Gow Poker.

Submitted by Guest on, Jul/30/2012

Ireland Olympic Athlete Under Investigation for Betting on Rival to Win

Graham Dunbar
The Associated Press

LONDON—The Ireland Olympic team is investigating allegations that one of its athletes cashed in bets on an opponent to win at a pre-London Games event.

The Olympic Council of Ireland confirmed reports Saturday that an athlete made a $4,800 profit on the wagers, and withdrew $4,435 in cash from an account with a gambling operator.

“At the moment, it is between the Olympic Council of Ireland legal department and athlete’s counsel,” team spokesman Jack McGouran told The Associated Press by telephone.

Submitted by Guest on, Jul/30/2012

Massachusetts Governor to Sign Casino Tribal Pact

BOSTON (AP) Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick is set to give final approval to a tribal casino compact with the Mashpee Wampanoag tribe.

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Patrick on Monday is set to sign the compact, which promises the state 21.5 percent of gambling revenue if the tribe succeeds in developing a resort casino in Taunton.

Submitted by Guest on, Jul/30/2012

Chili Poker CEO Big News Coming This Week: Zynga Puts Blame on Facebook for Losses

Looks like Chili Poker's CEO is about to make an exciting announcement this week.  It's not about Chili Poker, per sey,  Alexandre Dreyfus tells Gambling911.com, but rather a new venture he is involved with.  Dreyfus sold the Chili Poker database to Poker770 back in March and the technology to Bally Technology in April. 

Alexandre Dreyfus ‏‪@alex_dreyfus

ready for a new venture related to #Poker - more news soon.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jul/29/2012

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