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PokerStars Cancel LAPT Chile!

It seems that the PokerStars sponsored LAPT has run aground before the first stop of the year – creating havoc for those who have already booked up for the LAPT Chile stop.

Elky's Departure From PokerStars Sparks Conversation on the Future of the Sponsored Pros

Bertrand "Elky" Grospellier leaves PokerStars with a statement that has sparked a conversation on the role of the sponsored pro.

Philipp Gruissem Added to Party Poker Pro Roster

The hits just keep on coming for Party Poker, as the aggressive and growing poker room landed German poker star Philipp Gruissem as their newest sponsored pro.

Isaac ‘Ike’ Haxton Joins Team PartyPoker

Isaac ‘Ike’ Haxton, one of the biggest names in poker, has joined PartyPoker, teaming up with the likes of Fedor Holz, Sam Trickett, Patrick Leonard and others.

Betcoin Reopens Poker Room Over Bad Beat Jackpot Payout Fiasco

Betcoin has decided to reopen its poker room in order to make good on paying out funds from its Bad Beat Jackpot that remained unpaid when the site closed its doors last month.

European Shared Online Poker Liquidity a Reality for Spaniard and French PokerStars Players

Spain and France finally share online poker liquidity and PokerStars becomes the first online poker room to offer games for the promising new shared market.

France and Spain will Share Liquidity "In the Next Few Weeks", Portugal and Italy Lag Behind

France and Spain are rapidly moving towards shared liquidity while Portugal lags and Italy still considers its options.

Finland’s Joni Jouhkimainen Joins PartyPoker

PartyPoker have signed Finnish pro Joni Jouhkimainen to join their team as a sponsored pro in both the live and online spheres.

Poker Sports League Broadcast Rights Acquired by DSPORT

The Indian poker team championship Poker Sports League is returning for its second season.

Bonuses and Lay-offs as Vegas’ Casinos Greet 2018

Getting the New Year off to a great start isn’t always easy, and for Vegas’ casinos it’s been a mixed bag – bonuses for the lucky ones but closures and job-searching for others.

Spain Ready to License Online Poker Operators For Shared Liquidity

DGOJ - the Spanish gaming regulator - announce the signing of a resolution authorizing shared liquidity with the other three nations.

Indian Poker Association Files Appeal Over Gujarat Ruling

The appeal is up for a hearing on Jan. 23, 2018, where attorneys for the IPA will once again point out the skill required to be a successful poker player.

India High Court Poker Ruling May Force Gujarat Players to Become Refugees

Several poker sites servicing Gujarat, including PokerStars, have decided to withdraw from the region, dealing a blow to players.

Fedor Holz Invests in Esports

Fedor Holz has recently announced on Twitter his latest venture after his retirement: he is investing in the Esport organization Team Envy.

Major Acquisition Deal is About to Happen in the US Casino Industry

Penn National, one of the largest gaming operators in the United States announced their plan to acquire another gaming giant, Pinnacle Entertainment for $2.8 billion.

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