PokerStars to Set Record for Biggest Online Buy-in at 2015 WCOOP
The 2015 PokerStars WCOOP will host the largest buy-in ever for an online poker tournament, a $51,000 Super High Roller with a $1 million prize pool.
Charles is a Chicago native and long time poker player who dusted off his journalism degree and began writing about poker following the events of Black Friday in 2011. He has written for a number of leading poker websites, offering his insights and expertise on subjects ranging from online poker legislative efforts in the U.S. to poker vlogger reviews.
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GPI Aim to Sportify Poker Receives $4.9 Million in Funding
The Global Poker Index received $4.9 million in funding from private investors to further its goal of sportifying poker.
Dan Bilzerian 2016 Presidential Campaign Gains Momentum
Dan Bilzerian's 2016 presidential run picks up speed following a party tour and the release of a short video.
Full Tilt Promises Fun and Exciting Changes Ahead
Full Tilt has announced that changes to its player loyalty program and ring game lobby will be coming soon, with a focus on attracting casual players.
Online Poker Traffic Update
Online poker player traffic has decreased for 12 consecutive weeks, with summertime and lottery SitNGos cited as the reasons.
Possession of Drugs? No. Possession of WSOP Bracelet
First-ever WSOP online bracelet winner Anthony Spinella was arrested for drugs in 2012, charges that were later dropped.
10 Cashes for Eric Baldwin at 2015 WSOP
Eric Baldwin recorded his 10th cash at the 2015 WSOP, one shy of the record of 11 with the Main Event remaining.
PokerStars California Pro Tour Promotes iPoker Regulation
PokerStars Team Pros will visit California cardrooms this summer in a tour designed to raise awareness for ipoker legislation and spread goodwill.
Mark Radoja Closes in on Record for Most WSOP Cashes in One Summer
Canadian poker pro Mark Radoja has cashed in 10 events at the 2015 WSOP, one shy of the record.
PokerStars 11th MicroMillions Set for July 16-26
PokerStars has announced that the 11th edition of MicroMillions will take place from July 16-26, 100 events with a total of $5 million guaranteed.
Mark Cuban Invests in eSports Wagering
Billionaire investor and Shark Tank star Mark Cuban is part of a group that have invested in eSports wagering.
Konstantin Puchkov’s Amazing 2012 WSOP
Konstantin Puchkov holds the record for most cashes at one WSOP, finishing in the money 11 times in 2012.
William Hung Bangs to 3rd Place in Deepstacks Event
William Hung, the humble American Idol contestant, finished in 3rd place at a Rio Deepstacks event for $17,856.
SWC Boss Bryan Micon to Plead Guilty
Seals With Clubs boss Bryan Micon will enter a guilty plea in Nevada to a reduced charge for operating an unlicensed poker site.
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A Super High Roller Celebrity Shootout between poker pros and Hollywood stars takes place at the Aria beginning June 27.
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