Lights Go Out at IGT's Entraction Network

The final skins detach marking the closing of the network formerly known as Entraction.


Tain Benefits from IGT’s Closure as Cardbet Moves to Revolution

In a multiway deal, Cardbet.com is moving its poker room skins from Entraction/IGT to the Revolution Network.


Online Poker Traffic: Bwin Gains on iPoker, Bodog Edges Ahead of Merge

Rooms jostle for position, but the introduction of fast-fold poker clouds the year-on-year comparisons.


Entraction Closes Headquarters, Network Closure Expected

IGT to consolidate their online poker offerings and refocus on key regulated markets—without the Entraction poker platform.


Antonius Wins iGame Challenge in 81 Hands

It took Patrik Antonius just 81 hands to dust off his challenger in the iGame challenge, which pitted one hopeful…


IGT/Entraction Bans Players from Australia, Spain, Belgium, Cyprus

The IGT Network, formerly Entraction, has expanded its list of blocked countries. Players from over twenty new countries,...


Failure of Purple Lounge Not Cause for Concern in IGT Nevada License Recommendation

Even though newly-acquired Entraction serviced US customers pre-UIGEA, and its skin Purple Lounge is failing to repay players, IGT takes the next step towards being licensed in Nevada.


IGT Network Reduces Tournament Fees, Changes Cash Game Rake Structure

The IGT Network, previously known as Entraction, has reduced the registration fees on Sit and Go tournament to 5%...


Entraction to be Renamed to Reflect IGT Brand

The publicly-traded slots and gaming manufacturer IGT has announced that its recently-acquired online poker network…


Purple Lounge Moves Poker Room from Microgaming to Entraction

Network switch to occur next week, but the casino operation will stay at Microgaming.


Victor Chandler Launches Poker Room on Microgaming

The British bookmaker Victor Chandler has launched a new poker room on Microgaming alongside its existing offering on…


Entraction Implements Geo-Restrictions

In September, the Entraction Network announced that it planned to block residents from Canada, Israel, Norway, Russia…


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