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LGA Under Government Investigation

August 19, 2013 at 3:26 PM |

The Maltese government has announced that it was investigating the Lotteries and Gaming Authority, more specifically, its regulation of the Everleaf network. The regulatory body suspected the license of the network 18 months after it became unable to pay its US players.

Poker Rooms

The iPoker Skins are Repositioning in Australia and China

August 18, 2013 at 12:00 PM |

The iPoker network partner rooms Betfred and William Hill have been in intense repositioning in China and Australia; while Betfred is leaving the latter market, William Hill is strengthening its position there, withdrawing in the meantime from China.

Poker Rooms

RedKings Poker Introduces New VIP Shop

August 17, 2013 at 12:00 PM |

While the RedKings VIP program has always been very +EV to participate in, with up to 40% return achievable, the room has now introduced a VIP shop to further enhance the quality of its offers. Players can purchase electronics, branded gear, tickets and vouchers for their crowns.

Online Poker

Cal42688 on Vacation, Pessagno Takes Over Lead Again

August 16, 2013 at 1:30 PM |

Three players got ahead of Calvin ‘cal42688’ Anderson in the online MTT money list, while he has been on vacation. ‘Cal42688’ has nevertheless stated that he would be back before the WCOOP.

Poker Tournaments

Changes to EPT 10 Announced by Neil Johnson via Forum

August 15, 2013 at 12:19 PM |

Neil Johnson, PokerStars’ specialist for live tournaments posted yesterday in the 2+2 forum the planned changes to the 10th season of the European Poker Tour. While most press releases come out in the course of the next weeks, you can catch a preview below.

Online Poker

French Regulated Market Traffic Drops under Italian

August 14, 2013 at 1:12 PM |

For the first time since the introduction of the regulation, the size of the French market shrank to below that of the Italian.

Other News and Articles

World Record Attempt at Montesino

August 13, 2013 at 5:58 PM |

The Montesino Casino in Vienna, Austria is organising an attempt to break the world record of poker endurance. The current record is 120 hours and 20 minutes, held by Barry Denson.

Lost & Found

Ivey v Mader - WSOP Hand Analysis

August 13, 2013 at 1:20 PM |

One of the most interesting hands of this year’s World Series of Poker Main Event was played down on Day 3 between poker icon Phil Ivey and an amateur competitor, Phil Mader. See if the legend could best his opponent or if Mader was cunning enough to escape Ivey.

Other News and Articles

David Sklansky to Alter Holdem Games

August 12, 2013 at 4:03 PM |

Even though Hold’em continues to dominate the poker popularity charts, David Sklansky has recently proposed alterations to the game, receiving mixed reactions.

Poker Players

TPirahna Enters PokerStars Hall of Fame

August 12, 2013 at 12:56 PM |

As the first ever primarily fix limit player, Anthony ‘TPiranha’ Pirone got inducted into the PokerStars Hall of Fame after accumulating over 5 million VPPs.

Poker Tournaments

Play from Spain and Win Your Seat Next to Ronaldo

August 11, 2013 at 12:00 PM |

Spanish players of PokerStars now not only have a chance to win a seat at EPT Barcelona but also to sit next to no other than the Phenomenon of football, Brazilian soccer ace Ronaldo.

Poker Rooms

Online Traffic Expected to Hit Annual Low

August 10, 2013 at 12:00 PM |

The traffic of the global online poker market is expected to hit its annual low point this week. If so, it is still 3% higher than last year’s bottom, which means the re-launch of Full Tilt Poker did have an effect on the global market.

Poker Tournaments

Final WCOOP 2013 Schedule Released

August 9, 2013 at 1:24 PM |

The 12th instalment of the series, this year’s World Championship of Online Poker (WCOOP) kicks off on 8 September.

Poker Videos

WSOP Main Event Broadcast Part 1-2 Now Online

August 8, 2013 at 7:53 PM |

The 2013 WSOP Main Event has ended for July and we have a November Nine, but we will have to wait until November to finally see them play. ESPN started airing the Main Event to keep us entertained until then, the first two episodes are already online. Watch it now right here at Rakerace.com!

Other News and Articles

The Big Game VII Streamed Live from Cyprus

August 8, 2013 at 3:10 PM |

The Big Game VII has been announced to take place during the WPT Merit Cyprus Classic stop. The 12 hours long cash game extravaganza will be streamed live on 15 August from the Merit Crystal Cove Casino and Resort, North Cyprus.

Other News and Articles

7,5 Times Loyalty Points for Skrill VIP Members - 26 July - 18 August

August 7, 2013 at 6:09 PM |

Skrill VIP members will receive their loyalty points with a 7,5X multiplier between 26th July and 18th August, which means a 1,5% cashback. Be a VIP today and get the extra cashback!

Poker Legislation

PokerStars Gives up on Atlantic Club Purchase

August 7, 2013 at 1:36 PM |

The Rational Group, owner of PokerStars and Full Tilt Poker has officially given up on the acquisition of the Atlantic Club Casino Hotel.

Poker Rooms

Bwin.Party Acquires New Group Director from PokerStars

August 6, 2013 at 5:24 PM |

Bwin.Party has announced the appointment of Jeffrey Haas as Group Director of Poker. Haas is leaving his current position at the Rational Group, which is behind PokerStars and Full Tilt Poker, as of September.

Poker Rooms

Bet365 Introduces Mobile Poker Client in August

August 6, 2013 at 2:17 PM |

Bet365 is soon to join the exclusive club of online poker rooms that offer native mobile applications. With real money gaming available on the go, players now can enjoy all the features of the renowned room on their smart phones or tablet devices.

Other News and Articles

PPA Asks US FTP Players to Answer Survey

August 5, 2013 at 1:16 PM |

Representing poker players in the United States of America, the Poker Players Alliance (PPA) asks ex-Full Tilt Poker users to answer a few questions in an online survey to put pressure on the authorities in the issue of reimbursing them for their bankrolls.

Poker Rooms

PokerStars Announces Mac Client

August 4, 2013 at 12:00 PM |

PokerStars has recently announced that the development of a native Apple Mac client is almost finished. Real money players who use the system as opposed to the PC are more than likely delighted to hear the news.

Poker Rooms

The iPoker Network Today - Two Tiers and Exclusive Tables

August 3, 2013 at 5:56 PM |

Early January, we reported on the tournament traffic of the iPoker network, split in September 2012. Let us take a look at how the situation has changed since.

Poker Rooms

Milestone Matrix, Summer Swagger and Spotlight Tables at Betfair Poker

August 2, 2013 at 6:14 PM |

The renewed Betfair Poker offers profitable central promotions to its players in August as well. Do not forget about the Rakere.com exclusive $5,000 cash race, either!

Poker Rooms

Full Tilt Introduces New Ambassadors in Poker Tours

July 31, 2013 at 2:40 PM |

Full Tilt Poker has recently introduced seven new brand ambassadors: four of them were announced during the UK and Ireland Poker Tour, while three more in the Main Event of the last stop of the Australian New Zealand Poker Tour Season 5.

Poker Rake Races

New iPoker 2 Promotion! Paddy Power Poker Exclusive $5,000 Cash Race - 16 August - 30 September 2013

July 31, 2013 at 10:16 AM |

Premium iPoker network skin Paddy Power Poker enters our portfolio with a $5,000 exclusive cash race, running from 16 August through 30 September. The 200% up to $2,000 first deposit bonus and the VIP club are also available.

Poker Rake Races

Choose the Best IPN Offer! Redbet Poker Exclusive €3,000 Rake Race - 1 August - 15 September 2013

July 30, 2013 at 4:17 PM |

Redbet Poker launches a €3,000 exclusive rake race in August. In addition to the private promotion, a €7,000 central race is also running; if you are a fan of the Boss network, play at Redbet Poker!

Poker Rake Races

Boylepoker Exclusive $5,000 Cash Race - 1-31 August 2013

July 30, 2013 at 11:50 AM |

Boylepoker offers exclusive cash races for a total of $5,000, exclusively to Rakerace.com players in August. In addition to the private promotions, new players are eligible for the $1,000 first deposit bonus and players can get up to 16-20% additional cashback, using the room's VIP club.

Poker Rake Races

PokerHeaven $5,000 Pooled + $20,000 Central Rake Races - 1-31 August 2013

July 29, 2013 at 7:06 PM |

With a prize pool of $5,000 and a first prize of $800, PokerHeaven continues to offer a pooled rake race in AUgust. In addition to the rake race, players are eligible for a first deposit bonus in both networks offered by the room. To top that all, IPN povides a 30% rakeback, while Ongame offers a VIP club for further return.

Poker Rake Races

PKR Poker Exclusive $3,000 Rake Race - 1-31 August 2013

July 29, 2013 at 7:01 PM |

Famous for its unique 3D client, PKR Poker offers in August a $3,000 rake race, exclusively to Rakerace.com players. In addition to the private promotion, all players are eligible for the 100% up to $500 first deposit bonus and the 30% rakeback.

Poker Rake Races

Terminal Poker Exclusive €1,500 Rake Race - 1-31 August 2013

July 29, 2013 at 6:52 PM |

Terminal Poker offers the well known €1,500 rake race in August as well, exclusively to Rakerace.com players! In addition to the promotion, a 30% rakeback and up to €400 first deposit bonus await you.