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PokerStars in the United States: The How, Where and When
Amaya thinks the Rational Group acquisition will “expedite entry” for the PokerStars and Full Tilt Brands into the US. But how likely is it, and how long will it take?
- Most likely, the return of PokerStars into the US will take place in New Jersey. Crucially—and uniquely—New Jersey law does not specifically bar companies, personnel or assets that were involved in offering wagers within the US prior to its law being enacted.
- Nevada has a “Bad Actor” clause that prevents companies, individuals and assets associated with offering online wagers in the US after December 31, 2006 from obtaining an interactive gaming license for a period of five years after the enactment of the law (February 21, 2013).
- Other states are considering regulating online gambling, but the prevalence of Bad Actor clauses in online gaming bills such as those in California and Pennsylvania are presenting a rocky road for Rational Group.
41 $1 Million Buy-Ins Confirmed So Far for WSOP Big One for One Drop
The World Series of Poker charity event boasts a potential $20 million first place prize.
- To date, a total of 41 players have been confirmed for the NLHE charity event leaving on 15 seats available. Organizers are optimistic that all 56 seats will be sold prior to the start of the event.
- The main “Super Satellite” into the One Drop will take place on Saturday, June 28. The buy-in will be $25,300 with the eventual winner gaining entry into the $1 million NLHE tournament.
- Action from Day 1 and Day 2 will air on ESPN on Tuesday, July 29, with the final table bubble being televised one week later on August 5.
- The In-The-Money action will be televised Tuesday, August 12 with the winner being awarded a potential $20,000,000 prize at the end of the two-hour telecast.
Online Gaming Bill Formally Introduced in Pennsylvania Senate
Legislators in The Keystone State make their bid to regulate online poker.
- Pennsylvania State Senator Edwin B. Erickson (R-Chester) formally introduced a bill to regulate online gaming.
- The bill allows the state to enter into interactive gaming agreements with other US states and territories as along as only approved games are offered within the Commonwealth.
- Included in the bill is a strong “Bad Actor” clause that distinguishes those operators that ceased offering online wagers within state borders after the passage of the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA).
PokerStars Receives License to Offer Blackjack and Roulette in Spain
Casino games at PokerStars could trial in Spain.
- The Rational Group’s Spanish subsidiary REEL Spain, Plc has received licenses to offer Blackjack and Roulette from regulator DGOJ.
- Since Full Tilt does not operate in the Spanish regulated market, it looks like PokerStars Spain could become the first PokerStars site in the company’s history to offer games other than poker.
Dutch Boyd Captures Bracelet Number Three & Eric Buchman Wins His Second
The professionals continue to dominate WSOP 2104.
- Highlights of the day’s action at the WSOP.
Picks from F5 Poker:
World Series of Poker – Year of The Repeat Bracelet Winner
World Series of Poker Managing Editor (for WSOP.com) Jessica Welman puts a little context around the fact that many of the 2014 WSOP bracelet winners, have been to the promised land before.
Dale “Daleroxxu” Philip’s Contract Terminating World Cup Celebration
Four years of service gone in 65 seconds.
Dutch Boyd (and Mason Malmuth) Get Paid As Boyd Wins 3rd Bracelet
Mason files writ of garnishment right before $1K Final Table. Headlining the action at the World Series of Poker yesterday was the finale of Event #33, the $1K NLHE, where embattled poker pro Dutch Boyd bested the field of 1,688 to win $288K+ and his 3rd gold bracelet.
Daniel Negreanu, Greg Merson and Scott Seiver Headline Latest List of One Drop Confirmations
Anonymous Businessman’s ethnicity not yet revealed! In the midst of all the amazing fun and drama of yesterday, the World Series of Poker threw their hat into the ring by announcing another 11 names of players who have committed to putting up $1M to buy-in to the 2014 Big One For One Drop tournament.
Global Poker Index’s Alex Dreyfus Is California Dreamin’ Of A Brand New Boom
The game of poker is ready for it’s close-up, again.
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888 Poker New Jersey Begins Double Points Summer Campaign
Double status points for all depositors means a maximum of 70% cashback for top-tier players. 888poker New Jersey has begun a “Double Points Summer” promotion which gives cash game and tournament players an opportunity to earn as much as 70% rakeback now through July 31.
Six Months of Regulated Poker in New Jersey
Cash game traffic blues—but it’s not all bad news. State regulated online poker launched in New Jersey a little over six months ago—early revenue projections have proven to be overoptimistic; early enthusiasm has turned into grim determination.
Belgian Gambling Commission Tells Government to “Resist the lure of Income” and Limit Gambling
An unusual emotional appeal by Belgium’s top regulators. The Belgian Gaming Commission (BGC) has written an open letter to the country’s new government requesting additional gambling restrictions.
Regulation in Review: Europe and Beyond
A weekly review of the latest developments in gaming regulation outside the US. This week: Italy, Portugal, Germany, Norway, Singapore, Mexico and the Isle of Man. Italy
Poker Podcasts and Training Vids:
Podcast: Poker Advocacy Jun 16 2014 show Poker Advocacy with Rich Muny
joined by poker journalist Chris Grove for a discussion on the PokerStars/Amaya deal. Following that chat, I’ll be joined by Mike Qualley, Gail Schiffli and Lori Kolstad for a panel discussion on all things poker.
Podcast: Druff & Friends – 06/17/2014 – Bye Bye Isai Poker Fraud Alert
Dutch Boyd at final table of $1k NL event, but will Mason Malmuth get his $60k judgment? Amaya buys Pokerstars for $4.9 billion. Pokerstars fires Dale Philip (“Daleroxxu”) over giving middle finger during World Cup viewing. Mike Matusow gets penalty for “disruptive behavior” late in an event, but was it the correct ruling? Poker pro Maurice Hawkins allegedly harassing recreational players at the WSOP table. Negreanu/Ivey bracelt bet update. Ultimate Poker offering 100% rakeback — sort of. Embattled Palms poker room closes. Ari Engel rants on YouTube about the WSOP & Cardplayer. Lawsuit against NJ casino involving unshuffled deck decided. Editorial: Time to stop staking the scumbags in poker, even if profitable.
Podcast: Episode 17 of “Ask Alex” with Alex “Assassinato” Fitzgerald One Outer
This is Episode 17 of “Ask Alex” on the Oneouter.com podcast. You know the script by now, myself and Alex chat away about life and gambling and answer all the questions that the listeners send in. In this episode we cover many topics and listeners questions including… Analyzing the “red line” Should you play the Sunday Million […]
Training Video: RP’s Replayer Reviews – Part III – 60$ Regular Speed 9man SNG Drag The Bar
In this episode of the RP’s Replayer Reviews I will take on a 60 dollar Regular Speed SNG and analyze it in detail. I will also talk about some table assessment ideas at the beginning of the video. I’ll talk quite some about hands which I did not play myself – thinking out loud while I try to put other players on ranges without knowing what they actually had. Key concepts include post-flop situations, hand reading, capitalizing on any two jamming spots and bubble aggression.
Training Video: Ask threads13: NLHE Concepts: Overrating Your Hands Deuces Cracked
threads13 continues with his miniseries of “Things You Aren’t Doing to Beat the Micros” with a discussion of overvaluing your hands. Featuring a focused discussion of board texture and how you can understand the strength of your hand based on your range and your opponent’s likely range.
