The federal election is getting heated, as both sides present their platforms for change. As part of its platform, the Republican Party recently expressed its stance on online gambling, which is unlikely to impress most Americans. The Republican Party announced that it wants to make online gambling illegal once again, enacting a prohibition on online […]
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Monthly Archives: August 2012
‘Mad Yank’ ex-US navy officer/poker player to stand trial
An ex-U.S. Navy officer who was nicknamed mad Yank while playing poker in Thailand by the people around him due to his volatile temper and opinionated nature, has been found sane enough to stand trial in Thailand charged with murder for the murder of a waitress there. It’s unknown whether Ron Fanelli’s bad temper extended […]
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New Games at InterCasino
There are three new games available at InterCasino: Sushi Express, Noughty Crosses and Micro-Limit Atlantic City Blackjack. Noughty Crosses brings something new the online gambling world. Online slots are usually designed with similar artistic styles, but Noughty Crosses takes a few artistic liberties in order to create a brand new experience for online slots fans. […]
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PokerStars Optimistic About American Gambling Market
It has been over a year since PokerStars made its grand exit from the American online gambling market. Now that the company seems to have cleared its name, PokerStars seems to be interested in getting back into the market by obtaining state license; however, the online poker room is likely to have some trouble polishing […]
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Full Tilt to Take Advantage of New Poker Ruling
Last week, a federal judge ruled that poker is not a game of chance, a decision which was made to allow individuals to host poker games in their homes without being charged as criminals. Although the ruling was made in relation to one particular case, it will have a widespread effect, as online poker professionals […]
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New Online Casino Targets Women
Gambling is usually game that is targeted towards male players, but online casinos seemed to have changed things. More and more women have taken to gambling online, and several have actually used this as a kick start to their careers in the professional poker industry. Now, online casino operators are beginning to the value in […]
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Las Vegas Casino Tycoon Heads to Canada
Las Vegas is having a hard time recovering from the global recession. Gambling spending is way down, and casino operators are looking for ways to recover their funds. While some prepare for the legalization of online gambling, others are looking to tap into international markets. That’s what Las Vegas Sands is doing, as it considers […]
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Poker Not Considered Gambling
Federal judge Jack Weinstein has ruled that poker is not considered gambling, as the game is based on skill rather than luck. While the ruling comes as a decision for a case in which a man was arrested for hosting high-stakes poker game in New York, it will have an effect on the game across […]
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Poker Stars Mobile App Makes North American Debut
Although American politicians are weary about working with PokerStars in the future should online gambling become legal, the company is still digging its claws into the North American gambling market. Poker Stars has recently released a mobile application available for Canadian online poker players. Canada is one of the few worldwide gambling markets that has […]
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Complicated Process for Full Tilt Poker Refunds
Now that Full Tilt Poker has been acquired by PokerStars, American poker players can finally look forward to having their money refunded to them. While international players can simply withdraw their winnings, American players will have to go through a much more complex process, requiring them to submit an application to the Department of Justice. […]
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