CalShark.com Shutters Play-Money Site

CalShark, the play-money site created by the now-defunct California Online Poker Association (COPA), has closed its…


COPA Disbands, CalShark Future Uncertain

The California Online Poker Association (COPA) has disbanded without notice, leaving the group’s coalition of 31…


CalShark: California's First Foray into Online Poker with "Social" Free-Play Site

COPA, in a deal with Playtech and Scientific Games, launches play chips online poker site.


California Dreaming: Can CA Pass Intrastate Bill Before Federal Legislation?

Competing state bills SB40 and SB45 go head-to-head as Californians debate the pros and cons of intrastate online poker.