The news early in the week was dominated by the signing of the online gambling bill in New Jersey. Later in the week, the segregation of winning players in online poker rooms became a hot topic. The news first broke with such tactics being discovered on PartyPoker and then a similar move was announced for the Revolution Network.
So, if you have missed anything in poker news this week, keep reading about the most read stories in the last seven days. It’s always easy to catch up or keep up with all the news in the world of poker.
10. Answering a Question from iGNA: Four Concerns for Online Poker in Newly Regulated Markets
The concerns of online poker players can be valuable information to industry professionals and legislators.
9. NJ Legislature to Vote on Governor’s Changes to Online Gambling Law
Affirmative vote expected Tuesday, followed by a signature from Christie.
8. Negreanu Challenges the Full Tilt Crew
A series of battleship-style heads up matches will decide the winners.
7. Washington Lawmakers Wary of Decriminalizing Online Poker
State Representative is resigned to “wait until next year.”
6. Another Online Poker Bill Introduced in California
Lou Correa presents a new bill aiming to regulate online poker in the state.
5. Governor Chris Christie Signs New Jersey Online Gambling Bill into Law
The governor of New Jersey signed into law Tuesday afternoon the amended bill that makes online gambling legal in the state.
4. Lobby Views, Table Previews Among New Features in Big PokerStars Client Update
Progressive knockout tournaments and new Zoom tourney options also added in large client update rolling out this week.
3. Lock Poker to Introduce “Exclusive” VIP Payment Methods
Set to be rolled out in early March, new VIP payment methods will reportedly include bank wires and increased withdrawal limits.
2. PartyPoker (Vaguely) Confirms Player Segregation: New Players “Protected” from Regulars
Although specifics are still unknown, certain tables containing a threshold of “new” or “inexperienced” players are apparently hidden from other players.
1. Revolution to Introduce “Fair Play Technology” to Separate Players by Ability
Joining the player segregation party: A Network-wide policy will categorize players based on skill level.