Industry Insight
Key Takeaways
  • The Global Poker League moved its playoffs and championship event to Las Vegas. The schedule for the second half of the regular season has also been revised.
  • Rafi Ashkenazi was named CEO of Amaya last week following a five month period when he acted an interim CEO after David Bazzov stepped down.
  • With the deadline to make a formal offer only days away, William Hill and its suitor, a partnership between 888 Holdings and Rank Group, appear to remain at odds over the acquisition attempt.

Global Poker League

The Global Poker League moved its playoffs and championship event to Las Vegas. The schedule for the second half of the regular season has also been revised.