The list of 200 internet gambling sites that have come under fire by the Minnesota Department of Public Safety has been released. Many of the websites identified do not accept players from the United States, leaving leaders in the industry scratching their heads. Read more »
John Willems, Director of the Minnesota Department of Public Safety's Alcohol and Gambling Enforcement Division, is leading the effort to compel internet service providers (ISP) to block state residents' access to at least 200 websites. He sat down with Poker News Daily to discuss the written notice served to ISPs this week. Read more »
Earlier this week, the annual World Series of Poker conference call was held, gathering together WSOP Commissioner Jeffrey Pollack, Tournament Director Jack Effel and producers of tournament broadcasting network ESPN to speak with the media. Read more »
The Americans for Tax Reform (ATR) has come out in support of the internet gaming industry in Minnesota. The state's Department of Public Safety has served written notice to 11 major internet service providers (ISPs) calling for blocking access to 200 internet gambling websites. Read more »
As you progress through your poker life, certain paths will be trodden more than others. More people lose than win money at poker; more people experience untold frustration and anguish than those who experience nothing but success. Read more »
After battling through a heads up match that lasted longer than the elimination of the previous eight players, Justin "ZeeJustin" Bonomo finally defeated Michael "The Grinder" Mizrachi to become the latest champion of the World Series of Poker Circuit at Caesars Palace late last night. Read more »
World Poker Tour (WPT) Host Mike Sexton has renewed his agreement with PartyPoker, according to a statement released by the popular online poker site on Wednesday. He will act as its host, consultant, and ambassador. Read more »
Fresh off a similar incident that has been appealed to the Kentucky Supreme Court, the Minnesota Department of Public Safety has notified internet service providers (ISPs) that they must prevent access by the state's residents to 200 internet gambling sites. Read more »
Poker News Daily: You took sixth in a €1,500 buy-in preliminary tournament held during the Irish Poker Open. Talk about the poker scene in Ireland and connecting with your roots. Gold: I went because PaddyPower invited me. I'm Irish and was actually born Jamie Usher, so it's in my blood. It's why I don't tan very well. Read more »
Independent player protection and standards group eCOGRA (eCommerce and Online Gaming Regulation and Assurance) has released the organization's first quarter 2009 player disputes report. Read more »
On May 9th, a private Los Angeles residence will host Casino Royale, a fundraiser benefiting the Hollywood Office of the Humane Society of the United States. Online poker room PokerStars is co-sponsoring the event. Read more »
In May, players on PartyPoker will have a chance to race their way to a share of $1 million. This week, the site announced one of the richest rake races ever held online. The announcement comes just a few days before the third running of the PartyPoker Monthly Million. Read more »
When the tides of change swept Washington D. C. in November of 2008 with the presidential election, there were many areas that Americans believed would be altered. Read more »
The river is where fortunes are won and lost in Texas Hold'em, and it can be a stressful place in any game of live or online poker. All the cards have come out – hopefully you know where you stand, and have at least some idea of where your opponent stands. Read more »
According to an article released by Reuters on Tuesday, legislation to alter the landscape of the internet gambling industry in the United States will not be introduced by Congressman Barney Frank (D-MA) until next week. Read more »
The first ever PokerStars Ante Up for Africa charity poker tournament was held last night in Monaco on the eve of the European Poker Tour (EPT) Monte Carlo Grand Final. The live event raised €260,000 for the Darfur charities. Read more »
Poker News Daily: Does being called a whore and a pit viper bother you? Duke: I've watched all of these shows. I can see where people might develop a bad opinion of me. I understand that people think I called Brande an idiot, but I didn't. If you believe that, then I look like an asshole. Read more »
A brand new tournament unveiled on the popular online poker site Doyle's Room challenges players to Beat the Brunsons… literally. The tournament takes place every Monday night at 9:30pm ET and awards up to a $100,000 bounty for eliminating members of the Brunson clan. Read more »
With Congressman Barney Frank (D-MA) poised to introduce legislation to clarify or overturn the UIGEA as early as this week, the Safe and Secure Internet Gambling Initiative (SSIGI) has rolled out a brand new website. Read more »
This week's installment of GSN's High Stakes Poker saw the triumphant return of Tom "durrrr" Dwan, who abruptly replaced "The Simpsons" co-creator Sam Simon after two hands. New episodes of High Stakes Poker air on Sundays at 9:00pm ET. Read more »
The confrontation between Joan Rivers and Annie Duke was taken to a new level on this week's episode of NBC's Celebrity Apprentice. Joan's daughter, Melissa Rivers, took the fall as a result of her team's loss, leading the elder Rivers to label all poker players "trash" and call Duke a Nazi in a profanity-laced tirade. Read more »
The NBC Heads-Up tournament at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas is quite an event. It has a $20,000 buy-in ($500,000 first place prize) and 64 players, including many of the top names in the world. The night prior to the start of the tournament, there is a big cocktail party where the drawing takes place. Read more »
The gaming group Entraction, which held ownership of Casablanca Gaming Group AB and operated online poker rooms under the Entraction Network, has signed a letter of intent to sell the operation of its Casagaming Ltd outlet of the company to iGame. Read more »
In a media guide released prior to the start of the 2009 World Series of Poker (WSOP), the television schedule for the prestigious tournament series on ESPN was unveiled. A total of four events will be televised. Read more »
The final table of the World Poker Tour (WPT) Championship played out on Saturday and, in the end, Yevgeniy "atimos" Timoshenko took home the $2.1 million first place prize, besting Ran Azor heads-up. Read more »
