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Todd Terry Sues Full Tilt Poker

July 3, 2011 at 3:06 PM |

A class action complaint has been filed against Full Tilt Poker and the related companies and individuals in the U.S. District Court South District of New York. Plaintiffs include Steve Segal, Nick Hammer, Robin Hougdahl and Todd Terry.

Poker Rake Races

PokerHeaven Extra Rake Chase For New Players - July

July 1, 2011 at 7:06 PM |

PokerHeaven was quick to react to the Full Tilt suspension on June 29, they welcome all new registrations with an extra rake chase on top of the regular rakeback and the first deposit bonus. You can achieve 10% extra moneyback with the rake chase.

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Everest Poker Exclusive $500 Freeroll - July 5

July 1, 2011 at 5:45 PM |

In cooperation with Everest Poker, Rakerace.com organizes an exclusive $500 loyalty freeroll on July 5. Only registered Rakerace.com members can take part in the promotion. If you don't already have an account with Everest Poker, register and deposit until July 4, so your winnings can be DOUBLED.

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Point Poker €1,000 Exclusive Rake Race - 1-31 July

July 1, 2011 at 4:03 PM |

Listen up, people! Point Poker, our partner belonging to the Entraction Network offers Rakerace.com players an €1,000 exclusive rake race, some marvellous central promotions, and you can win yourselves an EMOP ticket as well.  Besides these, a €1,000 sign-up bonus and rakeback are also available at Point Poker.

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Full Tilt Poker is Sold, Los Angeles Times Claims

July 1, 2011 at 2:56 PM |

The dust doesn't seem to settle around Full Tilt Poker these days; today's breaking news is that the company has been bought by European investors. As a consequence, Phil Ivey dropped the lawsuit against Full Tilt.

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PokerStars Exclusive Loyalty Freeroll in July - $2,000 Daily Big Tickets Up For Grabs

June 30, 2011 at 7:08 PM |

Rakerace.com will organize another great $2,000 Exclusive Loyalty Freeroll for PokerStars players. The leading online poker room guarantees "Big Tickets" worth $2,000, which can be used for buying into PokerStars Daily Big tournaments.

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Full Tilt Poker Comments, Looks for New License

June 30, 2011 at 6:30 PM |

Full Tilt Poker has contacted AGCC and their negotiations are underway, but they also contacted the Kahnawake Gaming Commission about the acquisition of a new license. Meanwhile, Full Tilt commented on their license suspension as well.

Poker Rake Races

Purple Lounge $2,000 Exclusive Rake Race (1-31 July)

June 30, 2011 at 3:49 PM |

Our team at Rakerace.com is happy to be the partner of a brand new poker room to play and receive rakeback at: Purple Lounge. As a part of the Microgaming network, Purple Lounge is holding a rake race with $2,000 up for grabs. Only registered Rakerace.com members can take part in the promotion.

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PokerStars Reaction to Full Tilt Poker Suspension - PS Funds Are Safe

June 30, 2011 at 2:39 PM |

In a press release, PokerStars ensured their players that they are completely unaffected by the recent developments concerning Full Tilt Poker's operating licence. PokerStars claims all their player's money is "completely safe".

Poker Tournaments

EPT Season 8 Satellites Running

June 29, 2011 at 9:15 PM |

The PokerStars European Poker Tour Season 8 is close, launching on 2nd August, 2011 in Tallinn, Estonia. Satellites for the 6 days long event are already running for from as little as €5.55 at PokerStars: look for the EPT tab under “Events.”

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WSOP – Summary: Events #40, #41, #42, #43, #44, #45

June 29, 2011 at 8:00 PM |

Due to some recent developments here at Rakerace.com (especially the addition of two new rooms, Tiltao and Betfred), as well as in the poker industry (the suspension of the operating license of Full Tilt Poker), we had little time updating the WSOP results. To make up for it, here is our summary of the latest events.

Moneybookers Stops Business With Full Tilt Poker

June 29, 2011 at 7:59 PM |

Moneybookers has officially announced what was rumored in the last few hours: they stopped business with Full Tilt Poker altogether. Recently the company sent out an email to its registered users, informing them about the situation:

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AK Poker Club - Now Without Cashout Limitations

June 29, 2011 at 6:53 PM |

Ak Poker Club was very popular amongst players so far, because they offered a weak pool filled with Italian players. However, it kept high rollers away, because there were several cashout limitations and rake/cashout terms. Well, not anymore.

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BREAKING NEWS - Full Tilt Poker's Operating License Suspended - UPDATED

June 29, 2011 at 3:57 PM |

The news just came in: The Alderney Gambling Control Commission (AGCC) has suspended the operating licence of Full Tilt Poker with immediate effect, as Full Tilt Poker broke U.S. laws, and their operation was illegal.

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Betsson Exclusive $5,000 Cash Race (1-31 July)

June 29, 2011 at 1:28 PM |

In July, the Betsson $5,000 cash race continues! Betsson Poker and Rakerace.com continue to cooperate and organize the $5,000 exclusive cash race! In addition, a first deposit bonus and an extraordinary loyalty program are also available for the fans of the Ongame network.