December 2023 News Archive

Canadian TV host, presenter and poker player Kara Scott, is no longer an ambassador for 888poker. We sat down with her to explore her journey with 888 and what lies ahead. — Sun, Dec 31, 2023

Online multi-state poker is likely years away in Texas. Private poker rooms are trying to fill the void. — Mon, Nov 03, 2025

Celebrating a decade of online poker in New Jersey, we look at the history of the market, reviewing every online poker site in the state, past and present — and just how much they all made. — Fri, Dec 29, 2023

By altering its GGPoker client, the player going under the ‘Moneytaker69’ moniker was able to gain access to flop and turn all-in equities, gaining a tremendous unfair edge over their opponents. — Fri, Dec 29, 2023

Cash game traffic data show GGPoker, which also goes by WSOP Ontario, has held a solid market lead in Ontario for over a month. — Fri, Dec 29, 2023

Take the last chance to win free tournament tickets and play in the $1k Weekly Freeroll this Friday evening, as the 25 Days of Tournaments festival comes to a close at PokerStars US and ON. — Fri, Dec 29, 2023

Bryn Kenney’s online poker startup 4Poker is certainly not afraid of big overlays as it slaps a $1 million guarantee to a Mystery Bounty event, a guarantee it is poised to fall far short of. — Thu, Dec 28, 2023

Rush Street Interactive (RSI) has taken over as the Delaware Lottery’s exclusive igaming provider. But while their online casino and sports betting products are live, it’s not known when their poker platform, Run It Once, will be ready. — Thu, Dec 28, 2023

65 players have claimed the parlay offer from WSOP & GGPoker, with the likes of Erik Seidel, Isaac Haxton, Daniel Negreanu and Phil Hellmuth all picking up extra cash prizes. — Thu, Dec 28, 2023

The last of this year’s Freeroll tickets up for grabs at PokerStars US, as the 25 Days of Tournaments promotion nears its final day and the last Freeroll event of the season. — Thu, Dec 28, 2023

Supporters of igaming expansion face unique challenges in Illinois, Maryland, and New York, but they’re the most likely to approve online poker in 2024. — Wed, Dec 27, 2023

Top tennis stars gather in Australia for the much-anticipated United Cup 2024. — Wed, Dec 27, 2023

25 Days of Tournaments enters its final stretch as PokerStars gives away valuable sports match tickets for its American player base and last of the Weekly Freeroll tickets for players in Ontario. — Wed, Dec 27, 2023

Join this Tuesday’s action in the PokerStars 25 Days of Tournaments festival and win valuable All-In Shootout and MTT tickets through 8 Game and 5-Max NLH tournament action. — Tue, Dec 26, 2023

Tournament tickets for the last Weekly Freeroll of the season are being added to the prize pools across all jurisdiction as PokerStars adds special bounties on each player’s head to celebrate Christmas with even more giveaways. — Mon, Dec 25, 2023

PokerStars reveals lucrative added prizes and exciting tournament formats for the DoT events of this Christmas Eve as the promotion enters its final stretch. — Sun, Dec 24, 2023

The WPT Global Winter Festival is the operator’s largest tournament series to date, featuring $4 million in guarantees spread across 189 tournaments. — Sat, Dec 23, 2023

PokerStars puts up more than $35 million in guarantees for the New Year Series starting Dec 24. — Sat, Dec 23, 2023

This Saturday PokerStars is offering a chance to win exclusive NextGen Poker hoodies to players across its US platforms, while Canadian players get to enjoy another fun mixed games event and win more satellite tickets for future DoT events. — Sat, Dec 23, 2023

More free tournament tickets and other prizes will be given away in Friday’s daily DoT events, as ticket winners get to play the $1k Weekly Freeroll and compete for a valuable prize pool. — Fri, Dec 22, 2023

After years of anticipation, the Mountain State finally joined a multi-state gaming compact for online poker. WV now needs operators to launch there. — Thu, Dec 21, 2023

BetMGM reveals its year-end mini-tournament series in Michigan, Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Could this be the final series before the network introduces a shared liquidity network? — Thu, Dec 21, 2023

Thursday evening marks the last chance to win your $1k Weekly Freeroll tickets at PokerStars US, as players at PokerStars ON battle it out for valuable MTT tickets in a rousing new tournament format. — Thu, Dec 21, 2023

A new survey found nearly 70% of likely Maryland voters support the idea of launching online poker and casino gaming in the Old Line State. — Wed, Dec 20, 2023

Score big this holiday season with top offers from leading sportsbooks. — Wed, Dec 20, 2023

Make your holidays brighter with top Christmas offers at Pennsylvania’s online casinos. — Wed, Dec 20, 2023

From December 15 to January 15, GGPoker is giving away $23 million — the largest online poker promotion we’ve seen in a very long time. — Wed, Dec 20, 2023

888poker is getting into the holiday spirit with Christmas deals on selected tournaments through the end of 2023. — Wed, Dec 20, 2023

Another fun day of 25 Days of Tournaments action is upon us, as PokerStars gives away valuable tournament tickets across all jurisdictions, including last Freeroll tickets for the week at PokerStars ON. — Wed, Dec 20, 2023

The 55th annual World Series of Poker will take place May 28 to July 17, 2024. — Tue, Dec 19, 2023

As Run it Once Poker owner RSI takes over from 888 in Delaware, online poker will go offline. How long the blackout will last is unclear. — Tue, Dec 19, 2023

Christmas in Prague sets another record for PokerStars while making Padraig O’Neill a millionaire. — Tue, Dec 19, 2023

The latest poker podcasts from the pokerfuse podcast directory. — Tue, Dec 19, 2023

Another day of PokerStars 25 Days of Tournaments is ahead of us, with $1k Freeroll tickets up for grabs on the US-facing platforms and exciting big-bet mix events on the calendar for players in Ontario. — Tue, Dec 19, 2023

Elevate your betting game with Interac — Ontario’s top sportsbooks offer a seamless blend of convenience and excellence with Interac-powered wagering. — Mon, Dec 18, 2023

More Shootout and Freeroll tickets will be given away by PokerStars across all legal jurisdictions on Monday night, as mixed games players at PokerStars US finally get their chance to shine. — Mon, Dec 18, 2023

As another full week of action is left behind us, players at PokerStars US and ON get a chance to play the boosted HR Sunday events and win lucrative extra prizes in the daily DoT events on all platforms. — Sun, Dec 17, 2023

More High Roller Sunday and DoT Satellite tickets will be up for grabs this Saturday, as exciting progressive knockout events run on each of the PokerStars North American platforms. — Sat, Dec 16, 2023

IL would be one of the largest multi-state poker markets in the US. Here’s what you need to know before it launches. — Tue, Feb 11, 2025

The Internet Sports Lottery Legislative Working Group thinks there should be more than one online sportsbook in Delaware. That idea could be extended to poker, too. — Fri, Dec 15, 2023

'Tis the season for big wins! BetMGM Sportsbook gifts US sports fans a week of parlay magic — celebrate the season with boosted odds! — Fri, Dec 15, 2023

In the face of stiff competition from WPT, WSOP Paradise concludes on a high note, awarding over $70 million in prize money across 15 bracelet events. — Fri, Dec 15, 2023

More $1k Weekly Freerolls are on the schedule for tonight as PokerStars continues to run nightly 25 Days of Tournaments events in all North American jurisdictions and give away more valuable prizes. — Fri, Dec 15, 2023

888poker scores a Knockout blow for the win in its recent online series with total prizes of more than $1.125 million. — Fri, Dec 15, 2023

The first two starting flights attracted 1330 runners. With two additional Day 1s still ahead, the lingering question is whether the tournament will reach the elusive magical figure. — Thu, Dec 14, 2023

The new PokerStars Rewards system, slated to go live in January 2024, promises more flexibility, more transparency, more equality, & more generosity. — Thu, Dec 14, 2023

It’s the last chance to get $1k Weekly Freeroll tickets at PokerStars US! Canadian players can also expect valuable HR Sunday ticket drops on Thursday night. — Thu, Dec 14, 2023

Discover the thrill of PokerStars Casino’s Slot Races – free, fair, and rewarding – a perfect blend of excitement and bonuses. — Wed, Dec 13, 2023

The PKO tournament is scheduled for tomorrow night at PokerStars US & Ontario, with tickets being given away for the All-In Shootouts & weekly $1k Freeroll. — Wed, Dec 13, 2023

Discover the world of US Social Poker, where Sweeps Coins lead to real money prizes in online poker tournaments and cash games. — Mon, Dec 08, 2025

PokerStars offers over $400k in guarantees plus Silver and Gold Power Passes in the Mini EPT Prague grind from December 12 – 17. — Tue, Dec 12, 2023

Explore the holiday spirit with the best Christmas slots in Ontario’s top online casinos, featuring unique titles from PokerStars, BetMGM, and DraftKings. — Tue, Dec 12, 2023

Play in PokerStars’ 25 Days of Tournaments on Tuesday to win a signed copy of the New York Times Bestseller or tickets to High Roller Sunday tournaments. — Tue, Dec 12, 2023

Merry Spinmas! Explore the best holiday promotions at Michigan’s online casinos, featuring exclusive games, festive rewards, & lucrative bonuses. — Mon, Dec 11, 2023

As part of the upcoming New Year Series, PokerStars is preparing for the official launch of not one, but two Mystery Bounty tournaments. — Mon, Dec 11, 2023

The latest poker podcasts from the pokerfuse podcast directory. — Mon, Dec 11, 2023

Another week of PokerStars 25 Days of Tournaments is ahead of us with valuable $1k Freeroll tickets up for grabs and new poker formats and games being introduced by the operator. — Mon, Dec 11, 2023

Discover the magic of Christmas with top US online casinos, featuring festive slot games from PokerStars, BetMGM, and DraftKings. — Sun, Dec 10, 2023

US online casinos are always big on rewarding players during holidays, and PokerStars Casino is leading the charge this year with 25 Days of Rewards. — Sun, Dec 10, 2023

25 Days of Tournaments continues with another action-packed day as the first Half-Price Sunday of December kicks off, plus more daily events in the PS lobby. — Sun, Dec 10, 2023

Dozens of tickets for this week’s Half-Price Sunday events will be given away across all platforms as PokerStars introduces its new Santa Stack promotion. — Sat, Dec 09, 2023

In an opinion piece for local media, Gotham’s igaming expansion duo said they believe a bill to legalize online poker and casino will become law in 2024. — Fri, Dec 08, 2023

The operator is promoting the Grand Prix KO event as the largest tournament with a $55 buy-in in the history of BetMGM Ontario. — Fri, Dec 08, 2023

Grab your WPT Passport satellite tickets with your first two deposits at WPT Global and give your poker dream a chance it deserves. — Fri, Dec 08, 2023

All-In Shootout & HPS tickets will be up for grabs in Friday’s events as the first $1k Weekly Freerolls kick off across PokerStars PA, NJ, MI, & Ontario platforms. — Fri, Dec 08, 2023

PokerStars LIVE’s EPT Prague is a beloved holiday tradition, and the 2023 edition looks to be another scorcher amid the winter charm. — Thu, Dec 07, 2023

Game of Gold has allowed poker fans to connect with players on a deeper level – something that no other poker show has done before. — Thu, Dec 07, 2023

The festive promo continues at all American PokerStars sites, with 6-Max & 6+ Hold’em games introduced & valuable Weekly Freeroll tickets up for grabs. — Thu, Dec 07, 2023

Over the last ten years, PokerStars has clinched the title of Best Poker Operator on six occasions. — Wed, Dec 06, 2023

Backed by Rush Street Interactive and featuring unique innovations, Run It Once Poker has the power to shake up the US online poker scene. — Wed, Dec 06, 2023

25 Days of Tournaments returns tomorrow across all American markets, as PokerStars gives away heaps of tournament tickets for the first $1k Weekly Freeroll in the promotion. — Wed, Dec 06, 2023

With the 2024 schedule now out, players have a chance to book a free trip to any of 888poker LIVE’s 2024 stops. — Tue, Dec 05, 2023

You can qualify for four marquee events at the 2024 Borgata Winter Poker Open via BetMGM Poker in MI, NJ, and PA. — Tue, Dec 05, 2023

Players in Nevada, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Michigan have a chance to secure a $10,000 2024 WSOP Main Event seat. Here’s how! — Tue, Dec 05, 2023

PokerStars has revealed the first 25 Days of Tournaments events, with players in Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, & Ontario all in for a treat with valuable rewards added to each prize pool. — Tue, Dec 05, 2023

Operator drops a bombshell in a business update on Monday. That could mean many things, up to and including a new four-state online poker network. — Mon, Dec 04, 2023

2023 WSOP Paradise is underway in the Bahamas, set to award at least $50,000,000 and 15 shiny new bracelets. — Mon, Dec 04, 2023

The complete guide to the full year’s schedule of PokerStars LIVE, with the full details on the EPT, PokerStars Open, regional events, online qualifying paths and more. — Tue, Nov 18, 2025

PokerStars has joined the Mystery Bounty poker bandwagon, trialing its first-ever MB tournament in the dot-com market on Monday afternoon. — Mon, Dec 04, 2023

A report commissioned by the Québec Online Gaming Coalition (QOGC) also found that 73% of respondents, or nearly three in four players, were using illegal offshore sites to gamble. — Mon, Dec 04, 2023

Learn about all the different features and promotions to take advantage of when playing ring games at BetMGM Poker to maximize your hourly rate. — Mon, Dec 04, 2023

Sign up for a WPT Global account, make your first deposit, and pick up a welcome package offering some free tickets for brand-new Global Spins tournaments. — Mon, Dec 04, 2023

The latest poker podcasts from the pokerfuse podcast directory. — Mon, Dec 04, 2023

What inspired Game of Gold and what are some hidden Easter Eggs? Spunky Hwang, GGPoker Creative Director behind the show, spills the beans. — Sun, Dec 03, 2023

Explore Funrize Casino’s innovative social gaming experience with Fishing Games, a unique blend of arcade excitement and online casino fun. — Sat, Dec 02, 2023

More than $750,000 is guaranteed across three states, with each to include the notable six-figure Sunday tournament with a guarantee of $100,000. — Sat, Dec 02, 2023

From December 5 to 29, PokerStars US & PokerStars Ontario players will have a daily surprise tournament, aligning with an advent calendar theme. — Fri, Dec 01, 2023

Watch all episodes in full, view team profiles, read season 2 rumors and more in this complete guide to Game of Gold from GGPoker. — Tue, Nov 18, 2025

Unlock the festive spirit with BetMGM Casino Michigan’s exclusive offer: Bet $10 and get a generous $75 bonus. Aviailable for a limited time, claim yours now! — Fri, Dec 01, 2023

Ontarians will lose Unibet’s online casino and sportsbook by the end of June, and can only imagine how well Unibet Poker would have fared in the province. — Fri, Dec 01, 2023

Embark on a December slot adventure with these top picks from PokerStars Casino, offering festive fun and exciting spins for all players. — Fri, Dec 01, 2023

WSOP PA introduces a long-term card-collection cash game promotion offering players a chance to win up to $25,000 in cash prizes. — Fri, Dec 01, 2023

Explore 888poker LIVE’s dynamic 2024 schedule, featuring global stops and exciting regional events like the UKPL in the UK and the CNP in Spain. — Fri, Dec 01, 2023