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Holdem Manager 2 to Debut Late October

October 6, 2011 at 6:52 PM |

The recent update is planned to be the last major one during the beta-testing of Holdem Manager 2. The software should now be ready to hit the stores later in October.

Poker Players

Poker Hall of Fame 2011 Nominees Are Here

October 6, 2011 at 5:28 PM |

Caesars Entertainment and WSOP have published the results of the nomination process for the Poker Hall of Fame 2011. The living members of the PhoF, in cooperation with representatives of the poker media, are to choose from the ten nominees.

Poker Tournaments

International Stadiums Poker Tour - $30 Million Guaranteed in 2012?

October 6, 2011 at 2:41 PM |

30,000 players can qualify online for the International Stadiums Poker Tour, held in 2012 in the Wembley. If the $30 million guaranteed event is realised, it will simply be the biggest poker tournament ever.

Poker Rooms

Getting it Straight: FTP Facts and Fiction

October 5, 2011 at 5:01 PM |

Ben Dayanim, lawyer of the Groupe Bernard Tapie, tried to explain the current situation with Full Tilt Poker and prove it with documents.

Poker Rooms

Full Tilt Poker and Department of Justice Meeting Is On

October 4, 2011 at 6:40 PM |

On 4th October, Monday in the morning, representatives of Full Tilt Poker and the United States Department of Justice sat down in New York to start the negotiations that would pave the way for the acquisition of the room. FTP attorney Jeff Ifrah says players will be paid soon after the deal is made.

Poker Rooms

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.

Poker Rooms

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.

Poker Rooms

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.

Poker Rake Races

Purple Lounge $2,000 Exclusive Rake Race 1-31 October

September 30, 2011 at 3:48 PM |

New Purple Lounge private race at Rakerace.com in October! As 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. Moreover, all players are eligible for the 30% loyalty and the first deposit bonus.

Poker Tournaments

The London Poker Festival Launches with EPT London

September 30, 2011 at 1:19 PM |

On 30th September, it is shuffle up and deal for the European Poker Tour (EPT) London Main Event but the London Poker Festival already warmed up on Thursday.

Poker Rooms

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.

Poker Rake Races

PokerHeaven €2,050 Vienna Deluxe Rake Race - 1-25 October

September 29, 2011 at 6:27 PM |

This October, PokerHeaven and RakeRace.com are offering a €2,050 exclusive rake race! Get to the live tournament in Vienna or win one of the cash prizes! Apart from the rake race, the €1,000 sign-up bonus, 30% rakeback and the €50,000 2-week central race are also available.

Poker Rake Races

Betfred $7,500 Exclusive Rake Race - October

September 29, 2011 at 5:57 PM |

The Betfred Poker cash race goes on in October here at Rakerace.com! The room that is part of the iPoker Network takes this month's race even further, they now offer a $7,500 private cash race only for Rakerace.com players! Moreover, you are also eligible for the exceptional first deposit bonus and the room’s VIP membership.

Poker Rake Races

Betsson $7,500 Exclusive Cash Race in October

September 29, 2011 at 5:49 PM |

In October, Betsson Poker and Rakerace.com continue to cooperate and organize an exclusive cash race, this time giving away more than ever: $7,500 in rake race prizes!

Poker Rake Races

Betfair Exclusive $5,000 Cash Race in October

September 29, 2011 at 5:41 PM |

Betfair now ups the stakes! In October, there is $5,000 up for grabs in the exclusive Rakerace.com cash race, available only for those registering to Betfair via our link. The first prize is $1,500! In addition to the cash race, players are also eligible for the first deposit bonus and the room’s central promotion.