May 2021 News Archive

We are only halfway through 2021, and we have already seen seismic changes in the industry—and there is a lot more to come. — Mon, May 31, 2021

The latest poker podcasts from the pokerfuse podcast directory. — Mon, May 31, 2021

There is $25,000 reasons for blackjack fans to get in on the action on BetMGM or Borgata Casino PA before June 2 — Sun, May 30, 2021

PokerStars finds more success in MI as latest tournament series crushes guarantees. — Sat, May 29, 2021

PA online poker players will be offered a daily bonus spin, with cash and tickets up for grabs. — Fri, May 28, 2021

Unique and exclusive prizes on offer for the winner of a new rake-free Sunday tournament on 888poker. — Fri, May 28, 2021

BetMGM ran their second online series in as many months in Michigan, as well as one in NJ, and handed out some big value to players in the process. — Thu, May 27, 2021

Casino revenue in Michigan dropped slightly overall in April—but market leader BetMGM saw an increase. — Thu, May 27, 2021

Gaming control board commends operator for doing “a remarkable job changing the face of the leadership;” BetMGM could be looking at an online poker launch in NV this year. — Wed, May 26, 2021

In an interview with Online Poker Report, New MGCB Executive Director Henry Williams talks about shared liquidity in Michigan. — Wed, May 26, 2021

Year-over-year numbers show expected drop—but total revenue still above pre-pandemic levels. — Wed, May 26, 2021

Everything you need to know about WSOP Online in Nevada, New Jersey, Michigan, and Pennsylvania — expert insights, the biggest welcome bonus explained, complete app and software review, player rewards, safety details, and an in‑depth FAQ. — Wed, Feb 18, 2026

As it stands, online poker will be restricted just two tribes in the state—meaning there could be only two online poker rooms. — Tue, May 25, 2021

The Swedish online gambling company, specializing in mobile casino apps, will make its debut in New Jersey but has eyes on “all states that are casino accessible.” — Tue, May 25, 2021

All players can claim a bonus Spin & Go ticket with a value up to $5 courtesy of PokerStars PA until May 28. — Tue, May 25, 2021

US player base will drive future development as operator readies its Poker 8 platform. — Mon, May 24, 2021

While sports bets are not yet being legally placed in the state of Maryland, BetMGM is positioning itself for a regulated future. — Mon, May 24, 2021

The latest poker podcasts from the pokerfuse podcast directory. — Mon, May 24, 2021

While WSOP is the current focus, the company has its own plans to build out the 888poker brand in the United States—and will be looking for a new network brand as well. — Sun, May 23, 2021

Everything you need to know about BetMGM Poker USA: Expert reviews, how to get the best deal when signing up, in-depth app analysis, FAQ, and more. — Tue, Feb 24, 2026

In an exclusive interview with Poker Industry PRO, Senior VP for 888poker Yaniv Sherman talks about expansion plans in the US beyond PA and MI. — Sat, May 22, 2021

Big overlays so far in BetMGM MI’s first series, and more are likely to come in the final days of the series. — Fri, May 21, 2021

Everything you need to know about the new PokerStars x FanDuel site: welcome bonus, promotions, tournaments, banking options, and more. — Wed, Apr 01, 2026

Exclusive: For the first time in 15 years, an operator is within 10% of PokerStars in terms of real money cash game play. — Fri, May 21, 2021

Last month was the first time PA poker revenue numbers reported on more than just PokerStars PA. — Fri, May 21, 2021

In a forthcoming exclusive interview with PRO, 888 says the poker rooms will go live this summer in Michigan and Pennsylvania, regardless of its ability to pool players. — Thu, May 20, 2021

WSOP.com plans to launch in PA and MI soon running on 888poker’s Poker 8 software—here is what it will look like. — Wed, May 19, 2021

Amid the international COVID-19 pandemic, live poker in Russia takes place regularly with mostly local players. — Tue, May 18, 2021

The Spring XL Series will run over 25 events, with over $1,000,000 in guarantees. — Mon, May 17, 2021

The latest poker podcasts from the pokerfuse podcast directory. — Mon, May 17, 2021

The upcoming Online Series in New Jersey and Michigan are just two of the extra-value promotions on from BetMGM this month. — Sun, May 16, 2021

The operator is offering 50% refund on five hands every day in MI and PA. — Sun, May 16, 2021

New players in Pennsylvania can now get $50 worth of Spin & Go and tournament tickets to kick things off. — Fri, May 14, 2021

Operator plans to use its own brand for Caesars Sports online sportsbook. — Fri, May 14, 2021

There is $2 million in prizes for casino players in New Jersey this month in BetMGM’s Casino Super Series Leaderboard. — Fri, May 14, 2021

The operator has changed hit frequencies, so players will now get the average value of a particular chest more than half the time. — Thu, May 13, 2021

With one quarter of events wrapped up, already more than $730k in prize money has been awarded amid moderate overlays. — Thu, May 13, 2021

Proposals to amend interactive gaming regulations to open up online gambling beyond poker are being considered on Thursday. — Wed, May 12, 2021

Three-handed jackpot-prize sit & go games are now available on PokerStars PA for the first time since launch. — Tue, May 11, 2021

Cash game traffic on the newest addition to the Pennsylvania poker market starts slow in first week. — Tue, May 11, 2021

Prizes include tickets to big events, suggesting a tournament series could be just around the corner. — Mon, May 10, 2021

The operator is hosting events under the partypoker US Network Online Series banner. — Mon, May 10, 2021

The latest poker podcasts from the pokerfuse podcast directory. — Mon, May 10, 2021

The operator has huge overlays on many MTTs, including the Daily $10k. — Sun, May 09, 2021

The fast-growing GGPoker adds new format of LSNG to schedule with bigger prize pools and more chances to win. — Sun, May 09, 2021

Last longer tournament on the partypoker US Network will take place on Saturday. — Sat, May 08, 2021

Exclusive to the Michigan online poker market, the new welcome bonus offers a chance to claim $50 worth of Spin & Go and tournament tickets after playing a single cash game hand. — Fri, May 07, 2021

In recent earnings documents, 888poker lays out clear intentions to roll Poker 8 out in the new US markets of PA and MI in the first half of 2021. — Fri, May 07, 2021

European gambling tech giant is also developing its first live casino studio in the US state. — Fri, May 07, 2021

After solid revenue gains in 2020, the poker vertical continued its growth this year. — Thu, May 06, 2021

The PA poker room has the highest cash game traffic, surpassing its Michigan sibling. — Thu, May 06, 2021

The 17-day-long spring festival on PokerStars PA wrapped up last Monday with two-third of the tournaments smashing their guarantees including the $300 Main Event which eventually ended up paying $284k. — Tue, May 04, 2021

WSOP.com and BetMGM offer big new slate of promotions to cater to all players. — Tue, May 04, 2021

BetMGM has a slow opening Sunday in the midst of PASCOOP. — Tue, May 04, 2021

The latest poker podcasts from the pokerfuse podcast directory. — Tue, May 04, 2021

BetMGM blasts through guarantees while bigger rival PokerStars Michigan pays overlay. — Mon, May 03, 2021

An unsteady start but a strong finish for MI’s newest poker room. — Mon, May 03, 2021

The latest Pennsylvanina online poker room has some big guarantees—and early tournaments have had massive overlays. — Sat, May 01, 2021