Poker
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.
President Trump Good or Bad for Online Poker?
The TwoPlusTwo.com posting forum conducted a survey asking its members to vote on whether newly elected US President Donald Trump will be good or bad for legalized online poker in America.
How to Negotiate Like a Poker Player
Entrepreneur 360™ features a great piece on how to negotiate business like a poker player.
PokerStars Expected 2017 VIP Changes
Poker media outlets have begun publishing the anticipated PokerStars changes to its VIP program and it appears they will continue to polarize high stakes players
PA Sobering Fiscal News as Legalized Online Gambling Remains on Back Burner
Pennsylvania state government received sobering fiscal news Tuesday, as the Legislature’s independent budget analyst projected more big deficits are looming, including a shortfall this year.
Brian Hastings is Just Like Hillary ... So He Says
Big name poker pro in recent days has compared his multi-accounting scandal from last year to that of losing Democratic US Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton’s email private server controversy.
Former Amaya CEO Accused of Insider Trading Wants to Buy Company Back
Amaya Inc's (AYA.TO) former chief executive, David Baazov, has offered to buy the Canadian online gambling company in a deal valued at about C$3.48 billion ($2.56 billion).
'Bridesmaids' Star Chris O'Dowd Latest Actor to Join ‘Molly’s Game’ Cast
Chris O’Dowd has been confirmed among the latest cast members of the upcoming poker flick Molly’s Game.
Sands Bethlehem Plans $90 Million Expansion, to Include Larger Poker Room
Sands Casino Resort Bethlehem is planning a massive $90 million expansion that will included added restaurants, slot machines and a much larger poker room.
Borgata Wants Phil Ivey to Pay Back $15 Million
Borgata legal counsel wants poker pro Phil Ivey and his casino companion Cheung Yin Sun to pay back $15 million, claiming that they violated the New Jersey Casino Control Act.
Poker Pro Doyle Brunson Happy for a Trump Win but ‘Scared’: Wins $300K State Bets
Texas Dolly had reservations about Trump but could never bring himself to support Hillary Clinton
Triton Super High Roller Series Winner Gets Over $2 Million: Wai Kin Yong Wins
Nosebleed action in the Philippines this week resulted in Wai Kin Yong winning a cool $2 million and some change at the Triton Super High Roller Series HK$500,000 Main Event held in Manila.
Trump Presidency Not Good for US Online Poker Industry Site Claims
There’s a very real chance that US President-Elect Donald Trump could affect the arc of online gambling in the U.S., and likely not in a good way, writes one industry reporter
Americas Cardroom Introduces Sit & Go 2.0: New Evolution in Online Poker
Americas Cardroom will soon be introducing Sit & Go 2.0, described as the next evolution of poker!
Phil Ivey an ‘Honest’ Cheater’?
A high court in London may have denied poker pro Phil Ivey his appeal to recover “winnings” in the amount of $9.6 million after Genting Casino claims he cheated, but at least the court concluded that Ivey was an “honest cheater”.
Phil Ivey Loses Appeal Against London Casino Over £7.7m Winnings
Poker pro Phil Ivey will be unable to collect on his over £7.7m in winnings after losing his appeal in a high profile “edge-sorting” case
PA Online Poker Not Happening This Year
The Pennsylvania Senate has placed online poker legislation on hold and its likelihood of getting anywhere this legislative session seem close to zero.
One Time Nail Salon Owner Wins 2016 WSOP Main Event and Over $8 Million
Former nail salon owner and failed professional baccarat player Qui Nguyen (Kwee Win) has won the World Series of Poker Main Event after the longest heads-up matchup in tournament history.
WSOP Circuit Champ Pleads Guilty in Bogus Debt Collection Scheme
The winner of two World Series of Poker circuit tournaments has plead guilty to wire fraud and conspiracy for his involvement in an elaborate $31 million bogus debt collection scheme.
World Series of Poker Final to Award $8 million This Week
There is another World Series that has people excited with an $8 million prize at stake.
Black Market Smartphones Turning Live Poker Cheats “Superusers"?
A uniquely developed smartphone has reportedly turned up on the black market that is designed to help live poker players view their opponents hole cards and essentially turn them into “superusers”.
Black Market Smartphones Turning Live Poker Cheats “Superusers"?
A uniquely developed smartphone has reportedly turned up on the black market that is designed to help live poker players view their opponents hole cards and essentially turn them into “superusers”.
PA Web Poker Bill Passes in House
The Pennsylvania House of Representatives adjourned Thursday after a busy pre-election legislative agenda that included passing a bill that would allow casino-style gambling in Pennsylvania to expand to the internet
Judge Says Poker Pro Phil Ivey Broke Rules in $10 Million Casino Win
A federal judge ruled on Friday that poker pro Phil Ivey and a companion violated state gambling regulations in the way they won nearly $10 million at cards at an Atlantic City casino.
Justin Bieber the Latest Celebrity Poker Player?
Recording artist Justin Bieber was spotted playing poker at during the early morning hours of Monday at the Empire Casino in Leicester Square.
Kevin Costner Wants All In On ‘Molly’s Game’
Reports surfaced Monday that Kevin Costner is in talks to play Jessica Chastain’s father in the upcoming poker flick “Molly’s Game”.
Former Online Poker Employee Pleads Guilty
A former employee of internet gambling company PokerStars pleaded guilty on Thursday to operating an illegal gambling business, as part of a long-running case by U.S. prosecutors against the online poker industry.
ACR High Five Tournament Series Returns October 19th to 23rd
What is it? : The High Five Tournament Series returns from October 19th to October 23rd on Americas Cardroom!
BetOnline.ag Announces New Poker Player Weekly $5,000 Freeroll
Leading online sportsbook, casino and poker room, BetOnline.ag announced a $5,000 New Player Bounty Tournament Freeroll
‘Deadbeat’ Claims Tarnish Poker Hall of Fame: Player Feuds Erupt
David “Viffer” Peat was accused by poker pro Shaun Deeb of owing him money just days after Daniel Negreanu accused Mike Matusow of being a deadbeat.
William Hill, PokerStars Merger in the Works?
Stocks in the UK’s largest bookmaker surged Monday on news that William Hill was considering a merger with the world’s largest real money online poker room, PokerStars.
