UIGEA
CryptoLogic to Power WPT Online Poker Site
After unsuccessfully struggling to launch their own online poker site, the World Poker Tour (WPT) has announced that it has signed a 3 year deal with CryptoLogic to license its platform for the WPT’s online gaming site.
“Liquidity is a big deal in this business,” said Steven Lipscomb, President, Founder and CEO of WPTE. “CryptoLogic has […]
Barney Frank to Save Online Poker in the US?
US Representative Barney Frank is set to introduce a bill on Thursday in an attempt to roll back much of the effects of the unlawful internet Gambling Enforcement Ace (UIGEA) that was passed last October.
While any legislation to repeal or reform the act faces an obvious uphill battle (once in place, it’s much harder to […]
Funny PPA video
I just found this and thought it was worthy of sharing. Basically it’s an ad for the Poker Players Alliance (PPA) based in the old Party Poker days. It’s actually very well done and pretty funny. So if you haven’t seen this video check it out.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SyZYTvcVb-U&eurl=http%3A%2F%2Fbill%2Divey%2Eblogspot%2Ecom%2F
Jon Stewart Explains UIEGA
Jon Stewart explains the UIEGA on his Daily Show. It’s quite a good piece of work really and definitely worth checking out….
You can see it here
Neteller Withdrawls from Canada
I know today was suppose to be the poker points final review and i’m sure you’re all dying to hear about that. But bigger news is on the front. Which, personally affects me and sucks like your aces getting cracked.
Neteller has withdrawn from Canada. Although, online gaming isn’t illegal […]
Some Glimmers of Hope on the Online Poker Horizon
It’s been pretty doom and gloom for US poker players since last October when the UIGEA was passed, but the last few weeks have brought at least a few glimmers of hope.
Alfonse D’Amato has stepped up to serve as chair of the Poker Players Alliance (PPA). While the PPA hasn’t been able to effectively wield […]
Tread Lightly with ePassporte
According to assorted affiliate forums, transaction processor ePassporte is severing ties and canceling contracts with some of its gambling-related merchants, even going so far as to lock them out of their merchant accounts completely. ePassporte has reportedly been advised by their legal team to cancel all gambing-related contracts, for all the obvious reasons with e-wallets […]
The effect of UIEGA on Canadians
As we all know the UIEGA caused major havoc to the world of online poker. However, since the legislation, what has happened to other countries with online poker? Specifically Online Poker in Canada
Since the pull out the major sites that continue to support US players have continued to flourish, gaining customers who were […]
Support Poker Players Alliance get Bonus!
Full Tilt Poker and Poker Players Alliance have teamed up for a new bonus promotion. The promotion requires you to sign-up as a Poker Players Alliance (PPA) member (or already be a member) and provide a donation. Full tilt will then credit your account with a bonus depending on the amount […]
Neteller Pulls Out of the US
In yet another blow to online poker players in the US, Neteller has completely exited the US market as far as money transfers to and from gambling sites. While US citizens can keep their Neteller accounts open, they can no longer use the service to deposit or withdraw funds from any online gambling site.
Below are […]
