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Tapie Expects Full Tilt Poker to Reopen in January

October 3, 2011 at 2:30 PM |

As we reported last week, Groupe Bernard Tapie and FTP announced they signed an acquisition agreement. This is indeed good news, however, there are still many obstacles in the way of reopening Full Tilt, which Tapie expects to be happening in January 2012. The group will begin negotiations with the DoJ this week.

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BREAKING NEWS - Full Tilt Poker Acquired by Groupe Bernard Tapie

September 30, 2011 at 7:40 PM |

Will the players all get their money back after all? - Full Tilt Poker has recently announced in a press release sent to pokerstrategy.com that it has signed an acquisition agreement with the Bernard Tapie Group.

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FTP - Department of Justice can Recompense, French Investors Get Green Light

September 30, 2011 at 5:00 PM |

Although the decision of the Alderney Gambling Control Commission (AGCC) on Thursday raised panic among players, Full Tilt Poker's future fate really depends on the investor.

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BREAKING NEWS - Full Tilt Poker License Revoked

September 29, 2011 at 7:52 PM |

As reported earlier, it was likely that the AGCC would suspend Full Tilt Poker's license after the poker room was not able to meet the requirements set out by ther Gambling Control Commission.

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The Silence of the AGCC – The French May Back Out if Licence Is Revoked

September 27, 2011 at 8:48 PM |

The mysterious group of French investors is currently in negotiations with the Alderney Gambling Control Commission (AGCC) as they wish to prevent revoking the licence of Full Tilt Poker (FTP). If they do not succeed, they may back out of the deal.

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Reactions to DoJ Charges against FTP

September 23, 2011 at 5:52 PM |

Full Tilt Poker lawyers deny the company working as a Ponzi-scheme, while Rafe Furst issues an open letter on the accusations. Meanwhile, the AGCC hearing is over but apparently without a decision, announcement is expected on Monday, 26th September.

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FTP Misery to End with French Investors?

September 22, 2011 at 2:00 PM |

According to Subject: Poker, a group of French investors consider buying Full Tilt Poker. If the business is concluded, all funds are guaranteed to be returned to players worldwide.

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BREAKING NEWS - Full Tilt Poker' Leaders Stole Player Funds

September 21, 2011 at 1:39 PM |

The United States Department of Justice amended its civil complaint, accusing Full Tilt Poker's leadership (mainly Howard Lederer, Ray Bitar, Chris Ferguson and Rafe Furst) with the theft of approximately $443 million besides money laundering and bank fraud charges. The AGCC hearing continues today, but prospects don't look too good for Full Tilt Poker.

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Full Tilt Poker vs AGCC - Trial Goes on Today

September 20, 2011 at 1:29 PM |

Although no official statement has been published, inside sources say no progress has been yet achieved by Full Tilt Poker at the hearing of the Alderney Gambling Control Commission (AGCC) on the 19th September.

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Full Tilt Poker Statement: Saving €12 Million

September 15, 2011 at 12:48 PM |

In its latest statement of 14th September, Full Tilt Poker announces the cost cutting measures the company plans to take. In addition to the savings that may affect 250 positions, FTP also hints at negotiations with a number of possible investors.

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Full Tilt Poker's Hearing Postponed to September 19th

September 7, 2011 at 1:18 PM |

The resumption of Full Tilt Poker's hearing, which was originally set for "no later than September 15th" is now set for Monday, September 19th, according to AGCC (Alderney Gambling Control Commission). The hearing is set to take place in London, at the Riverbank Park Plaza Hotel.

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4 x $1,000 First Depositor Freerolls at PokerStars

September 1, 2011 at 6:43 PM |

PokerStars offers four freerolls in September with a bankroll of $1,000 each, for those who deposit now for the first time to the room via Rakerace.com. In addition, you are also eligible for the 100% up to $600 deposit bonus.

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FTP Lawyer Answers – Or Does He?

August 30, 2011 at 8:18 PM |

Full Tilt Poker lawyer Jeff Ifrah has recently created a 2p2 account so as to be able to answer forum members’ questions, but he ended up giving only indirect responses. Will FTP ever talk straight finally?

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Full Tilt Poker - The Latest News

August 23, 2011 at 7:09 PM |

Newer lawsuits, Full Tilt apologizes in writing, resignations within the company and still looking for an investor. September 15 is drawing closer and closer.

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Lock Poker to Take Legal Action against Macedo

August 22, 2011 at 3:21 PM |

The best known face of Lock Poker, Eric ‘Rizen’ Lynch mentioned in a recent blog post that the room was to “pursue legal action” against José ‘Girah’ Macedo, the Portuguese scammer.

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Online Poker Companies to Buy Full Tilt Poker?

August 15, 2011 at 6:19 PM |

According to Canadian-Poker.ca, , a number of poker companies are interested in purchasing Full Tilt Poker, for example Bwin.Party and iPoker network owner Playtech.

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Full Tilt Poker Pays License Fee, Fires Employees

August 10, 2011 at 3:39 PM |

Full Tilt Poker reportedly paid the £250,000 license fee to Alderney, which they were reluctant to do so during the July 26 hearing. They also sacked many of their U.S. employees in order to sort out the company.

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AGCC Hearing - Negotiations in Private, No Investors Present

July 26, 2011 at 7:11 PM |

Full Tilt Poker's AGCC hearing is underway in London, Victoria Park Plaza Hotel, but not publicly as it was announced, Full Tilt lawyers managed to take the case private. Full Tilt Poker owes AGCC £250,000 in license fees, and wants to adjourn the hearing, as they are still in talks with their alleged investors.

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Ongame Opens to Mobile Market - Bwin Launches Android Client

July 22, 2011 at 3:14 PM |

Bwin has been offering an iPhone client to their Austrian and British customers, but now they opened up to an even bigger market: they released their client for Android smarthphones as well, which is available to all Bwin customers all around the world.

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PokerStars Milestone on the Horizon: Hand #65 Billion

July 19, 2011 at 1:07 PM |

The PokerStars Road to 100 Billion promotion is soon to hit its next milestone. Celebrating the 65 billionth hand dealt, about $1 million is expected to be given to the lucky players.

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Full Tilt Poker Shutdown - PartyPoker up by 35%, Cake by 40%

July 13, 2011 at 3:26 PM |

Full Tilt Poker was entirely shut down on June 29th, when the AGCC (Alderney Gambling Control Commission) suspended its operating license. Players had to find a new place to play, this is shown by the latest traffic reports: PartyPoker's traffic increased by 35%, Cake Poker's by 40%.

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Full Tilt Sale Might Be Sealed Next Week

July 8, 2011 at 8:11 PM |

According to recent information, the European investors who are planning to buy into Full Tilt Poker are almost ready to sign the deal, which could be "on the table by the end of next week."

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Fulltiltpoker.fr Lincense Also Suspended

July 5, 2011 at 3:34 PM |

The French gambling commission, ARJEL declared in an official press release that they suspend the operating license of Rekop Ltd. which operates Full Tilt Poker in France.

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AGCC Comments on Ongoing Discussions - FTP to Be Re-opened

July 4, 2011 at 3:05 PM |

The Alderney Gambling Control Commission released a new media release in which they acknowledge that they are in discussions with Full Tilt poker and a third party their objective being the refinancing and re-opening Full Tilt Poker.

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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.

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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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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.

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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".

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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.