Gambling News
Social Gambling Conference in London to Feature Panel of Legal Experts
Legal experts in the social gambling space will add their opinions to the Social Gambling Conference on November 16th at Dexter House, London.
MGM Makes Final Pitch for Gambling Expansion in Maryland Ahead of Election
(Associated Press) - The CEO of MGM Resorts International said Friday that if Maryland voters agree Tuesday to expand legalized gambling, his company would build a luxurious and architecturally unimposing casino and hotel near the nation's capital, not a blocky neon-lit behemoth.
"There would be zero neon, and no marquee sign," said Jim Murren, MGM Resort International's chief executive officer, outlining his plans for a building that he says would respect the environment next to the Potomac River in Prince George's County.
Obama Odds to Win Colorado Improve: Romney Still Favored in Florida
What continues to be a tight race shows signs of trending towards US President Barack Obama as swing state Colorado for the first time in several weeks has the incumbent as a -135 favorite compared to GOP nominee Mitt Romney paying slightly better than EVEN odds.
Lock Poker Launches New HUD Feature: Sharkscope, H2M Featured
Lock Poker on Friday announced a new Heads Up Display (HUD).
They have built an HM2 that is Lock branded and is offering Sharkscope HUD free to all VIPs.
Sharkscope is bound to excite quite a few online poker players. It is the largest database of poker tournament results and the new Lock HUD overlays this data onto one’s poker table while they play. You can view each player’s profit history.
This is an incredible new feature.
Gambling Expansion in Maryland Now Faces Lawsuit Ahead of Election
ANNAPOLIS, Md. — (Associated Press) - Opponents of expanding gambling in Maryland have filed a lawsuit saying a majority of registered voters in the state would need to approve the proposal, not just a majority of people who vote on the ballot question.
Thomas Dernoga, an attorney representing eight plaintiffs who oppose a casino in Prince George’s County, filed the lawsuit in Annapolis on Friday.
Dernoga says the plaintiffs want the courts to review the threshold required for approval of the ballot question.
Atlantic City Casinos Begin Re-Opening, Starting With the Borgata
TRENTON, N.J. (Associated Press) – Gov. Chris Christie announced Friday that Atlantic City’s 12 casinos can reopen after a nearly five-day shutdown for Superstorm Sandy, but it’s unclear when they will be ready to do so.
Christie announced the order to allow reopening at 10 a.m. Friday and said it was effective immediately. He also allowed roads to the seaside resort, which was subject to a mandatory evacuation, to reopen.
Massachusetts Treasurer Blasts Reid-Kyl Online Poker Bill: ‘Unfair Advantage’
(Reuters) - Massachusetts' state treasurer on Wednesday blasted an online-gambling bill backed by Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, saying the proposed federal law threatened the Massachusetts lottery that last year yielded nearly $1 billion in profits.
Mohegan Sun DeepStacks Poker Tour Kicks of November 23
Mohegan Sun's Poker Room is gearing up for one of it's biggest tournaments ever this November and early December. The DeepStacks Poker Tour kicks off officially on November 23rd with a series of events that will total 1 Million in guaranteed purses. The full schedule is available here
Christie: Atlantic City Casinos to Stay Closed for Now
MOONACHIE, N.J. (Associated Press) Atlantic City's casinos have power, but they won't be opening up again until a few other hurdles are cleared.
Atlantic City Casinos Expected to Re-Open Soon With Christie Lifting Evacuation Order
With New Jersey Governor Chris Christie lifting evacuation orders in Atlantic City, casinos were expected to re-open in the coming days. All operators report nominal damage, mostly to their roofs.
On Thursday it was also revealed that The Borgata Casino’s $393.5 million of 9.875 percent notes due August 2018 have fallen 2.25 cents on the dollar since the largest tropical storm in the Atlantic slammed the East Coast on Oct. 29.
Obama Still Near 1-3 Favorite to Win Ohio, Romney Gains Ground in Florida
US President Barack Obama is favored by nearly 1-3 to win the state of Ohio with just days until the Presidential election. Most polls show Obama up 3 points, well within the margin of error, however. All odds courtesy of Sportsbook.com here
MGM Gets Final Approval for Online Poker License in Nevada
MGM has been approved for its online poker license in the state of Nevada and plans to launch a free-to-play website by March.
Online Poker Promotions November 2012: Lock Poker Launches New Rake Chase
Gambling911.com has your latest online poker promotions for November 2012 courtesy of Lock Poker, serving players around the world.
PokerStars MicroMillions Returns in November With $5 Million Guaranteed
PokerStars today announced a $5 million guaranteed prize pool for the third installment of MicroMillions, the popular micro-stakes online tournament series launched earlier this year. The upcoming festival will take place from November 15-25, and feature 100 tournaments with buy-ins ranging from just 11 cents to $22.
The series will culminate with a $22 buy-in No Limit Hold’em Main Event with a guaranteed $1 million prize pool on Sunday, November 25 at 14.30 ET (20.30 CET). The winner of the tournament is guaranteed a minimum of $150,000.
Atlantic City Casinos to Reopen Once Governor Lifts Evacuation Orders
As Atlantic City’s 12 casinos economic losses begin mounting, officials still are unsure just when the establishments will be ready to reopen.
Each reported only minimal damage from Hurricane Sandy and will be prepared to reopen once New Jersey Governor lifts the evacuation order. It was not immediately clear when that will occur, however.
Newest Online Poker Room for US Customers Launches: PokerRebel.com
PokerRebel.com, a new online poker room that accepts players from around the world including the USA, launched on November 1, 2012. (see site here)
PokerRebel.com is accepting players worldwide but specifically targets players in Brazil and the US market.
Kentucky Governor to Push for Casino Gambling in Commonwealth Again Next Session
FRANKFORT, Ky. (Associated Press) — Democratic Gov. Steve Beshear said Wednesday he appointed his chief Republican rival in the Legislature to a judicial post because he was the best qualified applicant for the job, not because getting him out of the way would improve the chances of legalizing casino gambling in the state.
Beshear, in his first public comments since appointing Senate President Davis Williams circuit judge in southern Kentucky, said he had a responsibility to pick the best person for the job.
Betable Looks to Take on Zynga: Recruits Three Rivals Including Slingo
Betable has teamed up with three social gaming companies to expand into real money online poker, following rival Zynga’s lead.
Slingo Inc., the maker of bingo and slots titles, will use its UK gambling license and technology to help Betable compete directly with Zynga, the largest of the free-to-play online poker ventures. Zynga last week announced a partnership with Bwin.Party Digital Entertainment Plc.
Massive Gambling Ring Targets Youth Football: ESPN Cracks Case
Nine men have been arrested in South Florida for their connection into a massive gambling operation that targeted youth football games in the region.
The 18-month investigation actually got underway thanks to ESPN.
Unibet Profits Cut in Half as Business Slows for 3rd Quarter of 2012
Unibet gross Winnings Revenue amounted to GBP 43.8 (37.8) million for the third quarter of 2012 and GBP 140.3 (109.7) million for the period January to September 2012.
Profit from operations for the third quarter 2012 amounted to GBP 4.5 (8.2) million and GBP 22.6 (26.6) million for the period January to September 2012. Excluding a one off tax payment of GBP 2.6 million, profit from operations for the third quarter 2012 would have been GBP 7.1 million.
Carbon Poker Final Bad Beat Jackpot has Hit $599k
The CarbonPoker BBJ has finally hit for the last time with the final pot at a staggering $599,000. Congratulations to the winners (both CarbonPoker players), here is the hand history:
Greg Merson Wins 2012 World Series of Poker Main Event, Player of the Year
United States player Greg Merson has won the 2012 World Series of Poker Main Event.
In addition to winning poker's most coveted title, the 26-year-old from Massachusetts also earned the honor of 2012 WSOP Player of the Year. Merson trailed Phil Hellmuth going into the final table and needed to win in order to win Player of the Year honors. Hellmuth finished second in this year's race--the same finishing position he earned last year.
Merson’s 2012 WSOP win amounted to a whopping $8.5 million as he beat out Jesse Sylvia to take the prize, which includes a gold bracelet.
Neteller to Re-Enter US Market With Caesars Partnership
Caesars Interactive announced on Tuesday it has partnered up with Isle of Man-based payment processor Neteller via its parent company, Optimal Payments.
“This is a groundbreaking deal for Optimal Payments and demonstrates our ability to provide real value to globally renowned, land-based gaming operators and their leading brands, as the first step in our strategy to capitalize on the regulated U.S. market.”
Atlantic City Casinos May Reopen Friday Morning Following Sandy’s Wrath
(Reuters) - Hurricane Sandy has silenced the thousands of slot machines and high-rollers who normally crowd the black jack and roulette tables of Atlantic City, but the resort's casino companies wager they could be back in business within days.
The storm that swept up the East Coast of the United States on Monday made landfall near Atlantic City, ripping up several blocks of its famous boardwalk and tearing roofing off casinos and hotels.
Battle of Malta Qualifiers, Final $100k Gold Fest and More at Juicy Stakes Poker
Some great qualifiers and tourneys upcoming this weekend at Juicy Stakes Poker.
Sunday at Juicy Stakes will see the following…
District Attorney Vance Announces Charges Against Sportsbook Software Company ASI
Online Gaming Software Company Generated At Least $2.3 Million in Profits
Phil Ivey Launches IveyPoker.com: New Social Media Poker Site
Still reeling from his failure to collect from a British casino, poker icon Phil Ivey has launched a new social media poker site, IveyPoker.com. The goal: “Teach the world how to play poker”.
Ivey has enlisted the help of fellow poker pro Greg Merson, who at press time was among three remaining players at this year’s World Series of Poker Final Table.
Greg Merson, Jesse Sylvia, Jake Balsiger Remain at 2012 WSOP Main Event Final Table
Three players remained at the 2012 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event Final Table coming into Tuesday: Greg Merson, Jesse Sylvia and Jake Balsiger. All three were from the United States.
All eyes will be on Merson, who would be named the World Series of Poker Player of the Year with a win following his earlier successes at WSOP events over the summer.
Americas Card Room Online Poker Player to Player Transfers Increased to $1000 Daily
Americas Card Room has great news for those looking to make player-to-player transfers at the popular online poker room. Limits have been raised dramatically.
Atlantic City Casino Workers Union President: ‘I Have Never Seen so Much Water in the Inlet’
Category 1 Hurricane Sandy made landfall just south of the United State’s second largest casino destination of Atlantic City Monday evening. The damage is expected to be significant with much of the city under water. Portions of Atlantic City’s famed boardwalk was also swept out to see.
