Main Headlines
Former WPT Champion Ali Tekintamgac Sentenced in Germany for Cheating
Takintamgac receives more than 3 years in prison by German authorities.
- 2010 WPT Barcelona winner Ali Tekintamgac was sentenced to three years and five months in prison in Germany Friday for his participation in a poker cheating ring that spanned several countries and employed a number of conspirators.
- German investigators are still searching for an alleged accomplice in the poker cheating ring—Kadir Karabulut.
Ultimate Poker Nevada Teams Up with El Cortez Hotel & Casino
Partnership adds more deposit, cashout and promotional options for regulated US poker site.
- The deal allows players to deposit and withdraw funds directly to and from the Ultimate Poker site via designated on-premise cage areas.
The 2014 World Series of Poker Main Event Has Found the November Nine
Mark Newhouse does it again, but Jorryt van Hoof leads the chip counts with all eyes on the $10 million first prize.
- The 2014 WSOP Main Event is down to the final nine.
- Mark Newhouse has made back to back Main Event final tables for the first time since Dan Harrington in 2003 and 2004.
- Dutchman Jorryt van Hoof is the chip leader with 38 million chips.
PokerStars Changes FPP Satellite Policy
Cash game players disgruntled at losing a popular way to get the most value from their FPPs.
- PokerStars has changed its policy for tournament satellites where players buy in for Frequent Player Points (FPP).
- As of July 14, players who win tournaments seats through these satellites are no longer able to un-register from the event.
- The move most affects cash game players below the VIP status of Supernova, who were effectively able to exchange their FPPs for a higher rate than that available in the PokerStars VIP store.
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Hey Look! Another Article On The 2014 World Series of Poker November Nine
It’s a historical final table with international flair. After 10 long days of tournament poker and 6,683 runners with $10M dreams , the 2014 World Series of Poker Main Event has finally cast the leading roles for their November Nine final table.
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UKGC Clarifies Network Responsibilities Under New UK Laws
Latest FAQ amendments make poker networks accountable for their skins. The UK Gambling Commission has updated its FAQs on “Implementing the Gambling (Licensing and Advertising) Act,” clarifying the responsibility that poker networks have for the poker skins that use them.
EU Commission Publishes Online Gambling Consumer Protection Recommendations
EU’s failure to overcome political objections to EU-wide measures visible in latest policy document. The EU Commission has published a recommendation “on principles for the protection of consumers and players of online gambling services and for the prevention of minors from gambling online.”
Malta Asks CJEU to Define Illegal Betting
The battle for primacy over gambling regulation leads to another court case in the EU. The “Draft Council of Europe Convention on the Manipulation of Sports Competitions” has provided Malta with an opportunity to force a decision on the EU wide validity of its gambling licenses.
Checking Around
In our industry-focused picks from the discussion forums this week: Player vs Skrill, iPoker bugs, California discussion and more. UK Ombudsman Rules in Player’s Favor in Skrill Dispute
Software Snapshots
In PRO’s exclusive review of the latest software updates and upgrades in the online poker industry this week: PokerStars’ new achievements system, PokerAce’s new mobile app, PokerTracker’s upgrade, party’s forgetfulness and more. New Achievements System Promotes PokerStars’ Football Fever Promo
Poker Podcasts and Training Vids:
Podcast: Thinking Poker Podcast Episode #86: Main Event Hand Histories feat. Leo Wolpert PokerNews Podcast
Leo Wolpert joins the program to discuss his and Andrew Brokos’ 2014 WSOP Main Event exits and discuss Leo’s deep run in the 2012 Main Event as well.
Podcast: The Poker Edge: 7/15/14 ESPN: The Poker Edge
Andrew Feldman, Lance Bradley and Tim Fiorvanti wrap up main event coverage from Las Vegas and speak to the November Nine and tournament director Jack Effel.
Podcast: The Bernard Lee Poker Show 07-15-14 with Guests Daniel Negreanu & Phillip Hui Bernard Lee Poker Show
Bernard comments on the 2014 WSOP November Nine and chats with Daniel Negreanu and Phillip Hui.
Podcast: PokerNews Podcast Episode #242: Goodbye, WSOP PokerNews Podcast
On the final episode from the 2014 World Series of Poker, Rich, Donnie, and Jason take a look at Day 7 of the Main Event, discuss the demise of Team Media, and reminisce on another very fun summer in Las Vegas.
Training Video: RP’s Replayer Reviews – Part IV – 30$ 9man Reg Speed Drag The Bar
In this episode of RP’s Replayer Reviews I will cover a Sit and Go which involves interesting steal and re-steal dynamics, some creative postflop lines and a couple of mistakes of mine. This video is perfect to watch before the beginning of your session or as a warm-down from your studying.
Training Video: Loxxii Hand History Review by CCuster911 Tournament Poker Edge
In this series, Cody Custer reviews the hand history of TPE favorite Carlos “loxxii” Welch. Carlos joins him for the review. This is a 5 part series.
