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Former FBI Agent Who Admitted to Taking Payoffs Will Testify at Whitey Bulger Trial
A former FBI agent who admitted taking $7,000 in payoffs from James "Whitey" Bulger has testified that his first meeting with Bulger was "more of a social meeting than business."
John Morris began testifying Thursday. He was a supervisor of former FBI agent John Connolly, who was convicted of racketeering and second-degree murder for leaking information to Bulger's gang.
Morris, who has been given immunity, has admitted protecting Bulger from prosecution.
Spain Denies ‘Strip Poker’ Allegations, Chip Leaders at One Drop High Roller
These are the top gambling news stories here at Gambling911.com Thursday June 27, 2013 (Afternoon EDT). Follow us on Twitter here.
$111,111 Buy-In Kicks Off: Second Most Expensive Tournament in History of WSOP
The $111,111 buy-in event at this year’s World Series of Poker kicked off Wednesday in Las Vegas. It is the second most expensive tournament ever in the history of the WSOP, drawing 166 entrants, including some of the biggest names in poker.
Scroll down below to see the impressive prize pool, which will include a nearly $5 million to the 1st place winner and close to $3 million for 2nd place.
$1M a Week Sports Betting Ring Broken Up, NJ Appeals Sports Betting Ban
These are the top gambling news stories here at Gambling911.com Thursday June 27, 2013 (AM EDT). Follow us on Twitter here.
*Arrests in New Jersey Million Dollar a Week Sports Betting Ring - 16 people have been charged with running an illegal sports betting operation out of Monmouth County, New Jersey.
Sands of Las Vegas: Analysts See Shares Reaching $62 Million
Analysts at Imperial Capital see the recent sell-off of Las Vegas Sands Corp creating a buying opportunity for investors.
They rate the stock as “Outperform” and forecast the share price reaching as high as $62. It currently sat at $51.38.
Ex Girlfriend of WSOP Champ Jonathan Duhamel Sentenced to 3.5 Years
The former girlfriend of 2010 World Series of Poker Main Event champion Jonathan Duhamel has been sentenced to prison for 3.5 years.
No More Paula Deen Buffet as Harrah’s Casino Kicks Celebrity Chef to the Curb
Just one day after Gambling911.com reported that Harrah’s had no plans to scrap its Paula Deen Buffet at four of its properties, parent company Caesar’s announced an end to the arrangement on Wednesday morning.
NJ Sports Betting Case: Oral Arguments in NCAA v Christie Heard on Appeal
Nearly two hours of oral arguments were heard before the US 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals in Philadelphia today regarding NCAA v Christie.
U.S. v. DiCristina Could Have Huge Ramifications for Poker, Esfandiari Gives Back
These are the top gambling news stories here at Gambling911.com Wednesday June 26, 2013 (Afternoon EDT). Follow us on Twitter here.
Joe Barton to Introduce Online Poker Bill: Anticipates Passage (Video)
Texas Republican Congressman Joe Barton is set to reveal his latest bill that would legalize online poker at the federal level.
“It’s not a question of if my bill passes….It’s a question of when,” he says in a video interview with Gambling Compliance.
Barton, a poker player himself, explains that he does not yet have an agreement with Chairman Upton to hold a hearing as it applies to his bill.
Legends Sports Associate Enters Plea, Online Poker Payment Solution Enters US
These are the top gambling news stories here at Gambling911.com Monday June 26, 2013 (AM EDT). Follow us on Twitter here.
Frank Sinatra Finally Makes Appearance at Whitey Bulger Trial
The wife of a man said to have been slain by Boston Mob boss James “Whitey” Bulger’s gang took the stand on Tuesday.
Las Vegas Sands Recommended by Analyst: Discouraged by Poker Players
Good news for investors who have their money in the Las Vegas Sands (LVS) as investment banking firm Craig-Hallum recommended a long position in shares of the company. This comes at a time when a growing number of poker players have called for a boycott of the Sheldon Adelson owned property.
Gambling Ad Shown On Kid’s Television Network: Regulators Livid
A serious breach of regulations occurred May 25 as it was revealed that a gambling ad had run on both the Turner Cartoon Network and Boomerang Channel. Worse, they were shown during the prominent viewership period of between 6:42 and 8:42 am.
India Contemplates Legalized Sports Betting
(Reuters) - Like many visitors to the Casino Royale Goa on a rainy Saturday night on India's western coast, Salim Budhwani said he does not gamble but also had no objection to the betting at the busy tables downstairs.
Tunica Casino to Keep Paula Deen Buffet
Casinos have not been immune to the Paula Deen controversy.
A handful of casinos have been mulling over dropping the popular Paula Deen Buffet.
Officials at the Tunica, Mississippi Harrah’s have decided to keep the Buffet despite the controversy surrounding Deen’s controversial racial slurs from several years ago.
Deen addressed her comments Friday in separate video statements.
Adelson Properties Boycott Planned by Poker Players, 22 Arrested in Gambling Probe
These are the top gambling news stories here at Gambling911.com Monday June 25, 2013 (Afternoon EDT). Follow us on Facebook Here
Professor: Legalized Online Gambling in US Would Bring Jobs, Jobs, Jobs
There are several key reasons why Internet gambling should be completely legalized, says Matt Rousu, an associate professor of economics at Susquehanna University, writing an opinion piece for Forbes.com.
Oldman Leaves Bodog: Hints at Setting Up B2B Software Provider in US
The following is commentary from Bodog President Jodas Oldman, who announces he is leaving that company.
Poker is an American game, and it is heartening to see a regulated online poker market emerging in some states.
Poker Pro Kevin Boudreau Opens His Eyes, Footballers Robbed During Strip Poker
These are the top gambling news stories here at Gambling911.com Tuesday June 25, 2013 (AM EDT). Follow us on Twitter here.
*Kevin Boudreau Making Some Progress – Family members of poker pro Kevin Boudreau revealed he had opened his eyes for a few seconds while they were present.
Whitey Bulger Denies He Was an FBI Informant
BOSTON — (Associated Press) - Excerpts from James “Whitey” Bulger’s FBI informant file presented to the jury at his racketeering trial Monday show Bulger secretly provided information on a variety of criminals, from members of the Italian Mafia to people in his own South Boston neighborhood.
Macau Casinos Exposed to China’s Credit Woes
China’s credit crunch resulted in a number of Macau casino stocks getting hammered on Monday.ntee, rendering most non-nut draws essentially useless.
Possible Human Remains Found in ‘Goodfellas’ Gangster James Burke Home
The FBI has said they have found possible human remains in the Queens home formerly occupied by gangster James Burke.
The Lucchese Crime family associate was alleged to have engaged in activities ranging from illegal gambling to extortion to loansharking and even hijacking of planes (Burke was widely believed to have orchestrated the notorious Lufthansa heist in 1978).
Atlantic Club Counters PokerStars Appeal in Ugly Failed Acquisition Case
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (Associated Press) — The PokerStars website entered into a contract to buy an Atlantic City casino with "their eyes wide open," and now has to live with the consequences of the failed deal, the casino said in court papers.
Massive Bingo Arrests in Portugal, Canada Gets 9th WSOP Win, One Drop News
These are the top gambling news stories here at Gambling911.com Monday June 24, 2013 (Afternoon EDT). Follow us on Twitter here.
Proposed Ban on Casino Lobbyists Defeated in New York State
Albany, N.Y. (Associated Press) - As New York moves to expand gambling, Gov. Andrew Cuomo and legislative leaders have quietly deleted a proposed ban on accepting campaign contributions from casino operators vying for one of New York's four proposed casinos.
Cuomo had proposed the measure months ago, saying he wanted nothing to do with a mix of politics and gambling that has resulted in some of Albany's biggest corruption scandals.
UltimatePoker.com Begins Accepting Visa Credit Cards
In a sign that banks are beginning to embrace the online poker sector, it was revealed over the weekend that UltimatePoker.com has begun to accept Visa cards.
UltimatePoker.com to date is the first and only US-based online poker site licensed out of Nevada.
Bitcoin Cease and Desist, Kara Scott Engaged, Vegas CEO Fired
These are the top gambling news stories here at Gambling911.com Monday June 24, 2013 (AM EDT). Follow us on Twitter here.
Lock Poker Pro Melanie Weisner Loves Bouncing Around in Vegas (Video)
Lock Poker pro Melanie Weisner has managed to thus far cash out in two of this year’s World Series of Poker events, including a 15th place finish in Event #16 for just over $26,000.
When not at the tables, Weisner likes to wind down at some of the best Vegas hot spots.
PokerNews.com recently sat down with Weisner to ask what she’s been up to off the felt.
Well….she’s actually been hiking… at Red Rock.
Simeon Naydenov of Bulgaria Wins WSOP Bracelet
Bulgarian-born Simeon Naydenov came out firing in the $1,500 No-Limit Hold'em Shootout tournament at the 44th Annual World Series of Poker Saturday night. The poker pro wasted little time making his way through the 10-handed final table, besting the field in about five hours.
He earned $326,440 as well as a WSOP gold bracelet for his efforts.
