One Month After Black Friday: Timeline of Events
One month after the online poker industry was hit by the indictments by the Department of Justice and subsequent lock-out of US players, pokerfuse takes a look at how the three poker sites involved in Black Friday, and the industry itself, have responded.
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Black Friday: Online Poker Targeted by US Government
US DOJ hits PokerStars, FT and AP with indictment; 75 bank accounts seized, 11 defendants named. April 15 14:30 - Read More →
PokerStars Stops US Players From Transferring Funds
The lockout begins – popup message informs US players they are not allowed to play real money games. April 15 15:20
PokerStars Stops Serving US Players
Pokerstars moves to .eu domain; assures player balances are safe. April 15 15:20
Full Tilt Poker Stops US players From Sitting at New Tables
FTP stops players sitting down to play, and halts funds transfers for US players. April 15 15:34
Pokerfuse is Born
Pokerfuse launches hours after Black Friday, covering the news as it breaks. April 15 17:44 - Read More →
PPA Statement From D’Amato, Chairman of the Poker Players Alliance (PPA)
Alfonse D’Amato, issues statement on US actions against online poker. April 15 18:19 - Read More →
The Poker Industry Reacts to “Black Friday”
Partnerships dissolved, advertising and programming pulled. April 15 20:14 - Read More →
Former Internet Wiz Kid Helps Bring Down the Biggest Names in Online Poker
PokerStars and Full Tilt Poker turn in the man that would eventually cause them to be forced out of the US market. April 16 00:00 - Read More →
Full Tilt: Funds Remain “Safe and Secure”
Latest FT press release assures its players their money is safe. April 16 01:01 - Read More →
PokerStars’ Official Statement on Halting US Operations
Pokerstars moves to .eu domain; assures 'player balances are safe’. April 16 01:13 - Read More →
Full Tilt’s Onyx Cup Cancelled
The fallout continues as Full Tilt Poker cancels their recently-announced high-rollers online tournament series. April 16 14:45 - Read More →
PokerStars: “US Players Can Relocate”
Pokerstars’ Rep confirms that players who relocate can continue to play under their US accounts. April 16 19:47 - Read More →
Fox Drops PokerStars Televised Poker
FOX Network distances itself from PokerStars. April 16 23:14 - Read More →
PPA Statement From Pappas
Executive Director of the Poker Players Alliance issues statement on US actions against online poker. April 17 16:27 - Read More →
Victory Poker Pulls Out of U.S. Market
Another Black Friday casualty. April 18 00:00 - Read More →
Full Tilt Poker Forces Out the Last U.S. Players
Remaining US Players are kicked off. April 18 12:38 - Read More →
Barney Frank Calls Out Obama
Democrat criticises democratic President. April 18 14:22 - Read More →
Euro Online Gaming Shares Surge
The financial world reacts to Black Friday. April 18 16:29 - Read More →
The PPA Calls All US players To Take Action
Poker advocacy group suggests ways players can “stand up for poker”. April 18 16:41 - Read More →
Third Arrest Related to Black Friday
An Illinois man accused of processing payments pleads not guilty. April 18 17:37 - Read More →
First Online Poker Traffic Report Since “Black Friday”
Numbers show “Top 3” hit hard. April 18 18:22 - Read More →
KGC Makes a Statement on Recent Indictments
Indictments under review by Kahnawake Gaming Commission. April 19 00:00 - Read More →
Chad Elie and John Campos Released
The Businessman, The Banker, and the Playboy Playmate? April 19 16:15 - Read More →
Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission Makes a Statement on Recent Indictments
PokerStars licence status remains unchanged despite indictments. April 20 00:00 - Read More →
High Stakes Poker Will Continue To Air
The popular GSN show continues after Black Friday. April 20 04:52 - Read More →
Feds, Sites Working on Way to Return U.S. Players’ Money
Government working with Pokerstars and Full Tilt Poker to facilitate account withdrawals for U.S. players. April 20 14:38 - Read More →
Pokerstars Withdrawals for US players Now Available
PokerStars rep confirms withdrawals for US players to begin today. April 25 14:11 - Read More →
PPA Requests FTP Timeline For Returning US Players’ Funds
PPA has formally requested that Full Tilt Poker provide the a timeline detailing the return of poker player’s funds. April 28 22:00 - Read More →
PokerStars Cashouts Hit US Banks; Full Tilt Still No Timeline
Funds from PokerStars already arriving in US banks, less than 48 hours after withdrawal options were made available to US players. April 29 07:35 - Read More →
Full Tilt Poker Breaks Their Silence; Remains Tight-Lipped on Status of US Cashouts
Forum rep “FTPDoug” answers questions on 2+2 but provides little in the way of new information regarding player cashouts. April 29 21:40 - Read More →
ESPN Expands WSOP Coverage
ESPN makes significant changes to their coverage of 2011 WSOP Main Event. May 05 02:57 - Read More →
FTP Will Have “Some” Answers Soon
FTP has still not announced when US players will be able to withdraw their money. May 05 03:56 - Read More →
FBI In Costa Rica: The Search Is On
Search begins for Scott Tom and Brent Beckley, rumored to be still in Costa Rica. May 05 10:46 - Read More →
Cereus Increases Withdraw Amounts for Non-U.S. Players
Cereus says downsizing is necessary to continue operations and not a sign of bankruptcy. May 05 18:45 - Read More →
Federal Prosecutors to Seize Home of Full Tilt Poker Founder
Feds are targeting four homes associated with FTP founder Ray Bitar. May 06 01:26 - Read More →
PokerStars Settles on FPPs for U.S. Players
Frequent Player Points can now be turned into cash for US Players. May 06 20:23 - Read More →
PokerStars Settles on FPPs for U.S. Players
Frequent Player Points can now be turned into cash for US Players. May 06 20:23 - Read More →
Cereus Offices Raided In Costa Rica
Officers and district attorneys raid six offices, confiscate documents and computers. May 06 20:29 - Read More →
Nevada Lawmakers Prepare for Federal Online Gaming Regulation
Proposed legislation calls for regulations to be in place within 18 months. May 07 14:59 - Read More →
PokerStars Implements Address Changes for Relocated Players
Some US players that relocated to other countries now have access to their accounts. May 09 14:17 - Read More →
The Final Step for Iowa Online Gaming Bill
The state bill passed the House and Senate and awaits the Governor’s signature. May 09 16:43 - Read More →
Merge Moves Ahead of 888poker
Merge now has more traffic than the next two US-facing sites combined. May 09 18:07 - Read More →
UB Severs Ties with Pros
Blanca drops all eleven sponsered pros from its roster. May 09 21:53 - Read More →
Absolute Poker Claim Deal Struck with DOJ
Press release from the Cereus offices is “an important step to returning US player funds.” – but no word yet from the DOJ. May 11 10:44 - Read More →
US Companies Lobby for Online Gaming
American Gaming Association calls for online gaming legislation. May 11 18:31 - Read More →
Merge Network Stops Accepting New York State Players
Last stop for New York residents on the Merge Network. May 14 22:22 - Read More →
Doyle Brunson Parts Ways with DoylesRoom
Legal worries prompt Doyle to fold. May 14 22:31 - Read More →
Full Tilt Poker Continues to Duck the Tough Questions
No word on when US funds will be available. May 16 08:13 - Read More →
