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What are some of the hottest headlines in the world of poker? Here you will find all the latest juicy stories along with other important news and tournament results. A must read for the poker enthusiast with articles published throughout the day.

Gambling911.com Removes Absolute Poker, UB.com Ad Banners

Submitted by Jenny Woo on, Tue, 05/17/2011 - 10:47

Skype Advocacy Group: Fight for Poker Rights

Submitted by C Costigan on, Mon, 05/16/2011 - 22:27

Howard Lederer and Chris Ferguson Step Down from PPA Board

Submitted by C Costigan on, Mon, 05/16/2011 - 14:21

Poker Cheater Ali Tekintamgac Allowed at WPT Championship: Threatens Players

German poker player Ali Tekintamgac was permitted to play at this year’s WPT Championship despite an outcry from fellow players like Daniel Negreanu

Submitted by Patrick Flanigan on, Mon, 05/16/2011 - 14:08

High Stakes Poker Season 7: Daniel Negreanu Joins the Lineup

Submitted by Ace King on, Mon, 05/16/2011 - 10:31

Gambling911.com Founder Chris Costigan to Appear on Quadjacks Podcast

Submitted by on, Mon, 05/16/2011 - 09:57

Online Poker Addictive, More Dangerous to College Students

Addiction specialist says “good riddance” to online poker

Submitted by Ace King on, Sun, 05/15/2011 - 21:46

How Dumb are Poker Players?

Just how dumb is your average poker player? Gambling911.com has the answer in its own study that some of you might find surprising, others might not.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Sun, 05/15/2011 - 20:56

Facebook Casino Firm DoubleDown Interactive Reaches 1.2M

Submitted by Ace King on, Sun, 05/15/2011 - 00:14

Doyle Brunson Abrupt Exit from DoylesRoom Like Ronald McDonald Leaving McDonalds

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Sat, 05/14/2011 - 12:07

Absolute Poker Head of Customer Service Arrested Earlier This Week

Submitted by C Costigan on, Sat, 05/14/2011 - 11:03

Doyle Brunson Leaves DoylesRoom.com (a Gambling911.com Exclusive)

The legendary poker pro and dear friend of this website, Doyle Brunson, has left DoylesRoom.com, Gambling911.com can report exclusively.

Submitted by Jenny Woo on, Fri, 05/13/2011 - 16:08

The Absolute Poker Bill Collector Comes a Knockin’ as Players Wait Payments

There is quite a fiery discussion taking place on the Two Plus Two.com posting forum involving – who else – Absolute Poker and UB.com.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Fri, 05/13/2011 - 13:19

PokerStars Returns More Than $100 Million to Players

Submitted by on, Fri, 05/13/2011 - 12:24

Case Against Online Poker Sites Weak Says I. Nelson Rose

Noted gambling industry attorney I. Nelson Rose breaks down the case against three online poker rooms indicted on April 15: PokerStars, Full Tilt Poker and UB.com.

Nelson made his assertions last week on Casino City.com. It’s a most interesting read.

Gambling911.com will break down Rose’s points in an easy-to-read format.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Thu, 05/12/2011 - 23:37

New York Prosecutors Confirm Deal with UB.com, Absolute Poker

Submitted by on, Thu, 05/12/2011 - 18:39

World Series of Poker Worried Pros Can’t Afford Entry Fee Post-Indictments

Submitted by Patrick Flanigan on, Thu, 05/12/2011 - 18:25

Bill Rini: Poker Players Alliance Inept When it Comes to Those Things that Matter Most

Poker expert Bill Rini discussed on his blog this week the shortcomings of the Poker Players Alliance.

Rini states that in Washington DC, lobby groups are capable of doing 2 things right: they have lots of connections, and can influence many factors; and they do a good job at predicting and warning against upcoming legislation, and possibly averting the legislation. These are exactly the things, that PPA seem fairly inept at.

Submitted by Ace King on, Thu, 05/12/2011 - 14:27

Federated Sports + Gaming Names Michael Craig to Head up Website

Federated Sports and Gaming (FS+G) today announced that Michael Craig has been hired as executive editor of the website supporting the new professional poker league.

Submitted by on, Thu, 05/12/2011 - 12:38

EPT Madrid 2011 Final Table: Grand Final

Submitted by Ace King on, Thu, 05/12/2011 - 11:03

Doyle Gets Facelift: Upgrades DoylesRoom Software

Submitted by Payton on, Wed, 05/11/2011 - 22:05

Casino Execs to Make Pitch for Legalized Online Poker

WASHINGTON (AP) — With millions of people already playing online poker for money, the casino industry is urging Congress to step in and regulate the wagering.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Wed, 05/11/2011 - 17:13

World Series of Poker Streaming 55 Live Final Table Events

Submitted by Ace King on, Wed, 05/11/2011 - 14:07

A Science Behind Poker Being a Game of Skill: Some Freakonomics

Is poker a game of skill or chance?

“Freakonomics” author Steven D. Levitt looks to answer that question, which could

very well determine whether three of the world’s largest online poker rooms were in violation of US law. PokerStars, Full Tilt Poker and UB.com were indicted on April 15 for violation of a 2006 Internet gambling prohibition act some say does not apply to poker.

Submitted by Ace King on, Wed, 05/11/2011 - 11:24

Absolute Poker, UB.com Issue Revised Statement Tuesday Night

Submitted by on, Tue, 05/10/2011 - 22:58

Online Poker Player Refunds Likely to be $100 Million to $500 Million

Submitted by C Costigan on, Tue, 05/10/2011 - 22:51

2011 EPT Madrid Main Event Chip Leaders – Day 3

The 2011 EPT Madrid Main Event chip leaders after Day 3 had an American atop the board with 23740000 chips.

Submitted by Ace King on, Tue, 05/10/2011 - 20:14

UB.com, Absolute Poker Reach Agreement With US Attorney’s Office

Submitted by on, Tue, 05/10/2011 - 18:17

PokerStars US Affiliates Screwed

Submitted by on, Tue, 05/10/2011 - 12:31

Merge Poker US Players Up More Than 70 Percent

Submitted by Ace King on, Tue, 05/10/2011 - 11:29

Breaking News

Prediction Market News Saturday August 1, 2026: Wallach: States Have Prevailed in 23 of 29 Decisions vs. Kalshi to Date

Courts have now issued 29 decisions on contested motions for preliminary injunction and/or temporary restraining orders in prediction market cases where States are parties to the lawsuit. The states have had a 79.3% success rate to date.

Top Gambling News Stories for Saturday August 1, 2026

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