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Odds on Whether US Law Enforcement Takes Down Online Sportsbook for Super Bowl 2012
Gambling911.com has been covering all the hundreds of 2012 Super Bowl betting props that are currently out there. Each year there are always a few novel prop bets such as this year’s What Color Will Madonna’s Hair Be and we’re still waiting on those Gisele Bundchen bets.
So with the US Government’s aggressive action against online gambling websites over this past year, we couldn’t help but wonder what the odds might be for a Super Bowl surprise.
Washington DC Won’t Allow Internet Poker After All
A Washington, D.C. Council committee has rejected plans to allow Internet poker in the District.
The Committee on Finance and Revenue voted 3-2 in favor of a bill to repeal the program, known as iGaming, which created controversy from the moment it was passed as part of a budget bill in December 2010, the Washington Times reported on Wednesday.
Had D.C. gone through with plans to allow online poker, the jurisdiction would have been the first in the US to do so.
2012 WSOP Schedule Released: New $1 Million Buy-in Revealed
Among the many surprises revealed with the release of the 2012 WSOP schedule, new events include a $1 million buy-in, re-entry, mix-max and four-handed formats. Also, as Gambling911.com reported earlier on Wednesday, there will no longer be a November Nine event.
This year’s World Series of Poker schedule features a total of 61 events.
Macau Gambling Revenue Rises 35 Percent in January 2012: Casinos in General Have Great Month
Casino companies gained after revenue in Macau, the world's largest gambling hub, rose 35 percent in January (2012). MGM Resorts International climbed 0.7 percent to $13.14. Las Vegas Sands Corp. increased 0.8 percent to $49.50.
No More November Nine: World Series of Poker Scraps Delayed Final Table for 2012 Schedule
The World Series of Poker was set to release its 2012 schedule. In advance of the announcement, the WSOP tweeted that the November Nine will not be found on this year’s schedule.
This past year near live coverage of the WSOP turned out to be a pretty huge success. Rumors of the November Nine demise had surfaced for months.
The tweet:
“A few hints on WSOP schedule coming tomorrow…you won’t find the November Nine returning.”
The November Nine was added in 2008 and went through 2011.
A few other teases via Twitter included:
Bet The 2012 Super Bowl and Play Online Poker at the Same Time
Americas Cardroom has incorporated a sportsbook into its expansive platform so gamblers can now place a bet on the 2012 Super Bowl and play online poker at the same time. It’s called multi-tasking.
Police Recover Funds Stolen During Jonathan Duhamel Home Invasion
Police announced Wednesday that they had uncovered approximately half of the funds belonging to 2010 World Series of Poker Main Event winner Jonathan Duhamel stolen from his home.
Third Straight Week Drop for Online Poker Traffic
Online poker traffic the world over fell 0.6 percent this week according to PokerScout.com.
Chris Ferguson ‘Very Positive Dialog’ With DOJ
One of three individuals alleged to have taken part in an elaborate “ponzi scheme” while acting as a stakeholder in shuttered Full Tilt Poker believes he will soon have his case settled.
Alabama Gambling Corruption Defendant had Filed for Bankruptcy 4 Days Before Death
While police await autopsy results to determine what led to the death of a defendant in a very high profile vote rigging Alabama gambling corruption case, it was revealed on Tuesday that Ray Crosby had filed for bankruptcy just four days prior to his death.
Atlantic City’s Newest Casino Revel to Impose Term Limits on Employees
If you are thinking about getting a job at the all new Revel Casino in Atlantic City, you might want to think twice.
Newly hired employees of the Revel Casino will be subject to term limits of four to six years, just like some politicians. At the end of said term, employees will have to re-apply.
The policy will "attract the most highly professional people who are inspired by a highly competitive work environment," Revel wrote in a statement.
Lock Poker Elite Pro Jared Hubbard’s j-HU-b’s CHALLENGE
Online poker phenomenon and Lock Poker Elite Pro Jared ‘Jhub’ Hubbard is inviting his fans to battle with him Heads Up at any stake they wish every day this February. The contest was announced by PokerFacePR (www.pokerfacepr.com) CEO Matthew Spurr.
Should the fan defy the odds and get the better of Jared he is graciously admitting defeat by offering them 30 minutes free coaching in whatever discipline they desire.
Breaking News: Full Tilt Poker Class Action Suit Thrown Out
The Ifrah law firm won a favorable ruling on behalf of Full Tilt companies and the individual poker professionals who were named as defendants in the first class action suit brought by former U.S. Players in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York last summer.
888 Holdings, Caesars Extend Online Gambling Agreement
Online gambling firm 888 Holdings and Caesars Entertainment Corp on Tuesday announced they have extended a licensing agreement that would allow Caesars to utilize 888’s Internet poker software in the United States.
888 said the agreement would see its arm, Dragonfish, power a selection of private poker brands of Caesars, one of the largest casino operators in the United States and owner of the famed Caesars Palace, once online gaming is permitted under the new regulatory regime.
Another Mysterious High Stakes Online Poker Player Surfaces: Nasud 11
A yet-to-be-identified high stakes online poker player is capturing the imagination of other players. He (or she) goes by the name of Nasud 11. The mystery player had Saturday’s biggest payday: $96k.
From HighStakesDB.com:
Player Panel Comes to Terms With PokerStars Over Rake Structure Change
After weeks of planned player boycotts and outrage in the online poker community over PokerStars change in its rake structure, a panel assembled by members of the popular poker forum TwoPlusTwo.com have arrived at a compromise.
Rank £250 Million Offer for Gala Coral
Rank has reportedly offered £250 Million to rival Gala Coral as part of a potential acquisition bid. Should it go through, the combined company would become the biggest casino chain in Great Britain.
Rank currently operates 35 gambling establishments while Gala has a total of 24 casinos.
In a statement, Rank said: “The terms of any such acquisition have not been finalised and there is no certainty a transaction will occur.”
- Aaron Goldstein, Gambling911.com
New York Judge Rules Mah Jong a Game of Skill: Could Help Internet Poker Cause
Mah Jong, the ancient Chinese tile-based table game, is not gambling at least not according to a New York judge.
On January 19, 2012, Criminal Court Judge John H. Wilson declared in People v. Feng that “the court declines to declare Mah Jong to be a per se ‘contest of chance.’ ”
Defendant in Alabama Gambling Corruption Case Joseph ‘Ray’ Crosby Found Dead
Police are conducting an investigation into the mysterious death of Joseph “Ray” Cosby over the weekend. Cosby is one of seven remaining defendants in a federal corruption case tied to gambling in Alabama and was found dead on Sunday, just one day before the start of a second trial in the case.
Late Alan Meltzer Leaves $1.5m Fortune to Doorman, Driver: Nothing to Wife
The late music mogul and high stakes poker player Alan Meltzer left $1 million to his driver and $500,000 to his doorman, it was reported this weekend.
“I don't know what to do exactly with the money, but one thing I know for sure - every year, I'm going to bring the guy some flowers at his grave," chauffeur Jean Laborde, who received $1 million, or 10 per cent, from boss Alan Meltzer's $10 million estate, said.
"He was always joking. He never looked down on anybody,'' Laborde added. “He left me money, but it's not a good deal for me because it means he's no longer here.''
Entraction Latest Online Poker Network to Rebrand: Now Known as IGT Poker Network
Entraction is the latest online poker room to change its name, following quickly in the footsteps of the Yatahay Network, which announced earlier this month they would be rebranded as the Winning Poker Network.
Entraction’s name change comes as a result of the Swedish company being acquired by gaming manufacturer IGT for $115m last March. It will now be named the IGT Poker Network. It is currently the 14th largest Internet poker network in the world.
Legalized Internet Poker in Washington D.C. Unlikely Any Time Soon
After becoming the first jurisdiction in the United States to legalize Internet poker, Washington, D.C. is looking less likely to allow the activity for its half million residents any time soon.
The District of Columbia’s move to legalize Internet poker was met with accusations of cronyism with contentious hearings taking place this past week.
From The Washington Times:
Online Poker Site Americas Cardroom Embraces Dealt Rake Method
While other online poker sites have begun to abandon the dealt rake method to calculate leaderboard points, Americas Card Room, a US-friendly site, is now actively promoting the method.
2012 Aussie Millions Main Event Winner is Oliver Speidel
The 2010 Aussie Millions Main Event has been won by Olver Speidel of Melbourne, Australia.
Speidel had 11 cashes and just over $229,000 in winnings on the live poker circuit coming into this event. Last year, Speidel won the Aussie Millions No Limit Hold’em and netted just over $105,000. He also won the Manny Pacquiao World Poker Event Main Event last month.
US State by State Internet Poker News: A Breakdown of Each
ADI News this weekend featured a pretty comprehensive look at the potential for Internet poker on a state-by-state basis.
Phil Ivey Wins 2012 Aussie Millions $250,000 Super High Roller: Patrik Antonius, Gus Hansen Cash
Poker phenom Phil Ivey has just won the 2012 Aussie Millions $250,000 Super High Roller event after getting knocked out of the Main event early morning Sunday. That turned out to be a blessing in disguise. The take home prize - A$2,000,000.
“I got pretty deep in the Main, I got close, luckily I got knocked out in time to play this. It worked out,” said Ivey following his win. “It’s nice to be playing poker again. I took some time off, just came back to Macau, started playing and this is one of my first tournaments back so it’s nice to get back to winning.”
Jon Kyl on Internet Poker Regulation: ‘Quite Possibly Something Will be Done’
Arizona Republican Senator Jon Kyl was the co-author of legislation that would ultimately become the Unlawful Internet Gaming Enforcement Act (UIGEA) and now he’s apparently looking for ways to overturn the law, or at least make it more favorable towards Internet poker websites.
Aussie Millions 2012 Final Table Won’t Feature Phil Ivey
Relative unknown poker player Bjorn Li led the Aussie Millions 2012 Main Event Final Table this weekend while big name pro Phil Ivey was knocked out.
Ivey, who had the shortest stack of chips coming into yesterday’s play, was eliminated in 12th place.
Seven people will compete at the final table for their chance to win over a million dollars.
Dougherty Gang Planned Prison Escape After Capture
Three siblings captured after a multistate crime spree, including robbing a Georgia bank and firing at a police officer, planned a brazen escape from a Colorado jail shortly after their detention.
Dylan Dougherty, 26, gout out of his cell in Walsenburg, Colorado, and passed a note to his sister, Lee Grace, advising her he would help break her out of the jail.
New Jersey Politicians Meet With Gov Chris Christie to Discuss Internet Gambling
New Jersey politicians, including State Senator Raymond Lesniak, were taking part in closed door meetings with Governor Chris Christie to discuss a measure that would legalize online poker.
The objective, Gambling911.com has learned exclusively, is to get something passed through the state House and Senate without the need for a voter referendum.
