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Latest Online Poker Promos – August 2, 2012
Here are your latest online poker promos as of August 2, 2012. Watch Gambling911.com regularly for all the latest promos and bonuses.
Carbon Poker VIP Race Points (Introduced August 1 – Limited Time Only)
Carbon Poker has just announced it is giving away over $100,000 during the month of August with its VIP points race.
Screwed: Sheldon Adelson’s Sands Corp 'Prostitution Strategy' Docs Under Scrutiny
Former Sands CEO Steven Jacobs alleges that casino billionaire Sheldon Adelson and his company, the Las Vegas Sands, engaged in all kinds of illegal activities in Macau, the most notable being a Chinese “prostitution strategy”.
Ladbrokes Vows to Fix Online Woes as Poker Revenue Dips, Shares Drop
(Reuters) - Ladbrokes, Britain's second-biggest bookmaker, pledged on Thursday to fix its ailing digital operations where profits halved in the first six months of 2012 in contrast to a strong online performance by its rivals.
Its British high street business and an improved performance in European retail and telephone operations helped to fuel an 11 percent rise in group operating profit to 106.9 million pounds ($166.6 million) in the first half, just ahead of forecasts.
Shares in Ladbrokes added 1.8 pence to 156.5 pence by 0810 GMT.
Shamballa Jewels Renews Partnership with European Poker Tour for Season 9
EPT President Edgar Stuchly today announced that the European Poker Tour will partner with Shamballa Jewels for a third consecutive year and confirmed the luxury jewellery brand as the Official Bracelet Sponsor of the European Poker Tour Season 9 High Roller and Super High Roller events.
This announcement marks the second major EPT Season 9 sponsorship deal after Slyde by HD3 watches was confirmed as the Official Watch Sponsor of the European Poker Tour Season 9 Main Events.
Online Poker VIP Points Race for $100,000
Carbon Poker, one of the largest online poker rooms, is giving away over $100,000 during the month of August with its VIP points race.
Big Surprise! WSOP Main Event Chip Leader Favorite to Win
Online sportsbooks have started posting odds on which of the nine 2012 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event final table members will win the tournament--and the odds are as predictable as the winner of an eating contest between Annette Obrestad and Kate Moss.
Zynga Execs Accused of Insider Trading: Slapped With Lawsuit
Social gaming company Zynga, its executives and bankers were hit with a class action lawsuit Tuesday alleging insider trading.
From MSNBC.com:
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:
Americas Cardroom Giving Away Dream Car
Serious poker grinders who put in tons of action at Americas Cardroom could find themselves putting serious pedal to the metal in a $50,000 car of their dreams (car pictured is not the one you are going to win). The giveaway is part of Americas Cardroom's enhanced Elite Benefits program, which now includes a sixth military rank—5-Star General.
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.
Poker Pros Overjoyed by News of Full Tilt Poker PokerStars Settlement Agreement
One of the best days of the year for poker players, and this might very well be an understatement, as the US Government confirmed news reported Friday night that Full Tilt Poker customers will finally be paid what has been owed to them for more than a year now.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The complaint alleges that Full Tilt Poker companies took more than $443.8 million from players' accounts from April 2007 to April 2011
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:
Full Tilt Poker Defendant Nelson Burtnick on Plane Heading to NYC: Expected to be Arrested
A second defendant associated with the so-called “Black Friday” indictment against shuttered online poker firm Full Tilt Poker, Nelson Burtnick, is on a plane heading to New York City, Gambling911.com has confirmed Tuesday morning. Burtnick is expected to be arrested upon his arrival.
Burtnick is on United Airline flight 23 from Dublin to Newark! Landing at 10:58 (July 31, 2012).
Greg ‘Fossilman’ Raymer Wins 200th Episode of Heartland Poker Tour
Heartland Poker Tour producers promised players and fans an exciting tournament for the 200th episode of the nationally-televised poker show, and Route 66 Casino Hotel in Albuquerque did not disappoint. Greg “Fossilman” Raymer, 2004 World Series of Poker Main Event Champion, stole the show, advancing to the Final Table as the chip leader and leaving as the champion with $71, 875.
Poker Pro Ryan Young Killed in Car Accident
Torrance, California poker pro Ryan Young (seen here in this photo appearing on PokerNews.com) has passed away following an automobile accident. Additional details were not immediately known at press time.
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.
Lock Poker Increases its Online Poker GTDs to 110k and 80k
Great news for online poker players as Lock Poker has just increased their Sunday GTD's from 100k to 110k and Their 65k super stack to 80k.
Lock Poker recently boosted its customer service staff in order to accommodate the massive surge in customers as a result of starting its own network, The Revolution Gaming Network.
The site is also adding new payment methods both for deposits and withdrawals.
Ladbrokes Cuts Head of Products Trading Richard Ames as Company Struggles
The United Kingdom’s second largest bookmaker, Ladbrokes, has released Richard Ames, Head of Products Trading, in what appears to be a major transitional period for the company. Ladbrokes said he will remain on the board for now but that he "has ceased to perform his executive duties with immediate effect."
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.
Frustrated US Online-Poker Players Bet on Costa Rica
By TIM JOHNSON
McClatchy Newspapers
JACO BEACH, Costa Rica -- From his oceanfront balcony, Tyler Forrester glanced out at the Pacific surf on the beach. Palm trees rustled in the breeze.
"Tough life I'm living," Forrester said, cackling at his own humor.
Estrellas Poker Tour San Sebastian 2012 Final Table Determined
The Final Table for the Estrellas Poker Tour San Sebastian 2012 has been determined with all but one player coming to us from Spain.
Lucian Tofan, a 22-year-old PokerStars.com online qualifier will be representing his native Romania.
Today’s eight finalists – all eying up a first prize of € 65.800 - are as follows:
Borja Gonzalez Urteaga, 24, Bergada, Donosti, Spain, 1,310,000 chips
Emilio Jose Beldarrain Oleaga, 25, Bilbao, Spain, 788,000 chips
Romney Obama Neck and Neck in Nevada: President Still Favored at 1-2 Odds
LAS VEGAS – (Associated Press) - They're called "the cooler crowd," and Las Vegas is greeting them with ambivalence: A stream of post-recession tourists ready for fun but watching their wallets.
[Obama was coming in at 1-2 odds to take Nevada while Romney was at 8/5 odds at Sportsbook here]
Eolis: Full Tilt Poker Software to Re-launch in November
As reportedly Friday, Gambling911.com has independently confirmed that PokerStars will be given the green light to move ahead and purchase shuttered Full Tilt Poker following a settlement arrangement made with the US Attorney in the Southern District of New York. This deal also includes the payment of Full Tilt Poker players who have been owed monies for more than a year now.
I Say ‘Punta!’ You Say ‘Cana!’ –Punta Cana Poker Classic Just Around the Corner
This Poker Festival has been designed to make sure everyone plays poker yet still has time to enjoy a holiday.
Breaking News: Full Tilt Poker Players to be Paid in Full, US Attorney Grants Deal
Gambling911.com has confirmed that a deal for PokerStars to acquire Full Tilt Poker has been given approval by the US Attorney’s in the Southern District of New York. An announcement was forthcoming perhaps as early as next week from the US Attorney’s Office and US Attorney Preet Bharara, who has made it a top priority to ensure that affected customers of Full Tilt Poker be made whole.
