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.
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.
The Global Poker Index received $4.9 million in funding from private investors to further its goal of sportifying poker.
Dan Bilzerian's 2016 presidential run picks up speed following a party tour and the release of a short video.
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 player traffic has decreased for 12 consecutive weeks, with summertime and lottery SitNGos cited as the reasons.
First-ever WSOP online bracelet winner Anthony Spinella was arrested for drugs in 2012, charges that were later dropped.
Eric Baldwin recorded his 10th cash at the 2015 WSOP, one shy of the record of 11 with the Main Event remaining.
PokerStars Team Pros will visit California cardrooms this summer in a tour designed to raise awareness for ipoker legislation and spread goodwill.
Canadian poker pro Mark Radoja has cashed in 10 events at the 2015 WSOP, one shy of the record.
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.
Billionaire investor and Shark Tank star Mark Cuban is part of a group that have invested in eSports wagering.
Konstantin Puchkov holds the record for most cashes at one WSOP, finishing in the money 11 times in 2012.
William Hung, the humble American Idol contestant, finished in 3rd place at a Rio Deepstacks event for $17,856.
Seals With Clubs boss Bryan Micon will enter a guilty plea in Nevada to a reduced charge for operating an unlicensed poker site.
A Super High Roller Celebrity Shootout between poker pros and Hollywood stars takes place at the Aria beginning June 27.
Eight women have made final tables at the 2015 WSOP through 40 of the first 68 events, with 2nd place the hidghest finish among the eight.