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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.
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.
Seminole Hard Rock Rock ‘N’ Roll Poker Open This November in Florida: $2M Guaranteed
Poker action returns to the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Fla. from Nov. 16 – 30, 2016 with the Seminole Hard Rock Poker (SHRP) Rock ‘N’ Roll Poker Open (RRPO).
Next High Five at Americas Cardroom Adds to Impressive Stable
Big things are happening here at Americas Cardroom. There are several example to choose from, but let’s start with the online tournament series we’ve run already this year.
PartyPoker Bans Seating Scripts, Makes Cash Game Hand Histories Anonymous
PartyPoker is the latest online poker firm to concentrate on improving its ecology.
Virtual Reality Online Poker The New ‘It’ Thing in 2017?
The future is here and it is in the form of virtual reality gaming, including casinos and poker.
Poker Hall of Shame Inductees Unveiled: No Jesus?
With the coveted Poker Hall of Fame inductees to be announced shortly, PokerNews.com has presented its inductees for the Poker Hall of Shame.
Poker Pro Claims Clinton Used ‘Poker Signals’ With Moderator Lester Holt
Four-time World Series of Poker bracelet winner Mike Matusow, a Trump supporter, says it's possible.
Poker Pro Phil Hellmuth Rates Clinton vs. Trump Debate Performance
World Series of Poker record bracelet holder Phil Hellmuth has offered his opinion on Monday night’s heated US Presidential Debate between GOP nominee Donald Trump and Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton.
Senate Republicans Revive Legislation to Ban Online Gambling After Contribution
The contributions were made public on Sept. 20, per Federal Election Commission filings. The legislation was introduced Sept. 21.
PA Poker Rooms Rake in $4.9 Million in August
Pennsylvania poker rooms took in a whopping $4.9 million during the month of August according to the state Gaming Control Board.
Poker Pro Daniel Negreanu Offers Debate Strategy to Candidates Trump and Clinton
The biggest money earner in poker, Daniel Negreanu, has offered some debate strategy taken straight from his favorite game.
Doyle Brunson Believes Trump is Hiding Something in Taxes, Still #NeverHillary
83-year-old poker legend and lifelong Republican Doyle Brunson was asked on Twitter whether he believed GOP nominee Donald Trump to be hiding something taxes, and Brunson answers....
New Poker Comedy Series Pilot ‘Luckboxes’ Examines Online World
Luckboxes: An Original Series About Hitting it Big hopes to make it big either online or on cable after completion of its 30-minute pilot this month.