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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.

Lost & Found

Useful Micro Limit Poker Tips for Beginners - Part 5

September 20, 2011 at 12:44 PM |

Here is the fifth part of the poker ebook written by the two Hungarian poker pros, kocka21 and mrj.

Online Poker

Changes in Online Traffic: Players Flee from Merge

September 16, 2011 at 7:29 PM |

Traffic has been growing for the online poker rooms except for Merge, from where players are fleeing as rumour has it that the network is going to be the next target of the United States Department of Justice.

Poker Players

Negreanu: Lederer and Bitar Are Arrogant Idiots

September 16, 2011 at 5:37 PM |

As part of his two months long European trip, Daniel Negreanu is currently in Budapest, Hungary, the home of his new girlfriend, Krisztina Polgár. In an exclusive interview with Rakerace.com, he talks about moving to Canada, the legalisation of online poker in the US and the Full Tilt Poker scandal.

Poker Players

Ziigmund Dominates the High Stakes in September

September 16, 2011 at 4:28 PM |

Ilari ’Ziigmund’ Sahamies has built a profit of about $1 million in the first two weeks of September. The biggest loser currently is Viktor ’Islidur1’ Blom.

Poker Interviews

Barry Greenstein Video Interview

September 15, 2011 at 4:33 PM |

Barry Greenstein speaks to PokerTube about the WCOOP, the upcoming tournaments in Europe, the Badugi and more.

Poker Legislation

Senator Harry Reid Says Online Poker Would Create Jobs

September 15, 2011 at 2:22 PM |

During his first Twitter Town Hall, Nevada Senator Harry Reid was asked yesterday, on 14th September by many about the possibility of a regulated online poker creating jobs.

Poker Rooms

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.

Poker Players

David Saab Sentenced to 14 Years In Jail For Cocaine Smuggling

September 14, 2011 at 2:01 PM |

As we reported, Australian poker pro David Saab was arrested this January when, with his two companions, he attempted to smuggle 14,6kg of Cocaine to Melbourne, Australia. Saab was sentenced to 14 years in jail for his crime.

Poker Players

Latest Scam Scandal Involves WSOP Champion?

September 13, 2011 at 8:20 PM |

According to ’feruell’, a fixed limit high stakes regular, and his fellow players, 888 Poker Pro and WSOP winner Darren ’Dooshcom’ Woods may be involved in a collusion scam at 888 push or fold tables.

Poker Rake Races

PartyPoker Exclusive $2,000 + $800 Loyalty Freerolls for New Players

September 12, 2011 at 3:30 PM |

It is really worth playing at PartyPoker this September, as RakeRace.com will once again launch an exclusive promotion at Party, starting from September 1.

Loyalty Program Reviews

PartyPoker New VIP System - April 2013

September 12, 2011 at 2:37 PM |

PartyPoker has recently changed its VIP system in April 2013, discontinuing the Palladium Elite levels, providing up to 30% rakeback. We give you an outline of this new VIP system below.

Poker Players

Nanonoko Returns to Poker in Canada

September 9, 2011 at 7:25 PM |

PokerStars pro Randy ‘nanonoko’ Lew has not played online since Black Friday but now resumes grinding: he is in Canada and he returned with a 6-max SNG video.

Poker Tournaments

Poker Action in Europe – Autumn

September 9, 2011 at 6:40 PM |

Rakerace.com has compiled a list of the poker action in Europe this Fall. Find out what do the buy-ins for the tournaments, travelling and accommodation cost!

Poker Rake Races

Boss September Races Analysis

September 9, 2011 at 2:34 PM |

There are Boss network races at Rakerace.com for prizes of a total worth of €8,500 in September. Now, let us take a look on how much rake is expected to be necessary based on the past months’ data and how much cashback can be grabbed.

Online Poker

Ziigmund Wins Biggest Pot in the History of PS - $421K

September 9, 2011 at 10:44 AM |

The Finnish daredevil Ilari 'Ziigmund' Sahamies took down the biggest pot in the history of PokerStars: the young pro won $421,836 with his nut flush at the online high stakes tables. Ziggy is on a rollercoaster ride recently, he was down more than $800k this year, but it seems his dowswing ended.

Poker Rake Races

Join the Plus EV Betsson Race Now!

September 8, 2011 at 7:31 PM |

Betsson has been among the best and most reliable partners of Rakerace.com for years and they now offer even more than usual: instead of $5,000, $7,500 is up for grabs in the September cash race. What is more, it seems easier to get a top position than ever.

Poker Rooms

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.

Poker Players

British Poker Awards - Jake Cody is the Player of the Year

September 6, 2011 at 2:41 PM |

Jake Cody was the biggest winner of this year's British Poker Awards, he took down the Best Tournament Player and the Player of the Year awards as well. The ceremony was held as the highlight of the 2011 Poker in the Park festival in London.

Poker Rake Races

Tiltao Exclusive €1,500 Rake Race in September

September 5, 2011 at 6:59 PM |

Tiltao and Rakerace.com continue to organize a €1,500 exclusive rake race in September as well for players who register to Tiltao via Rakerace.com. The €500 first deposit bonus is also available to our players.

Poker Tournaments

WCOOP 2011 Kicked Off on Sunday

September 5, 2011 at 2:56 PM |

On 4th September, the World Championship of Online Poker (WCOOP) 2011 launched with three events. To tune you in for the single greatest international online poker championship, here are some exciting stats and figures from the history of the tournament.

FTP's Attorney Jeff Ifrah Resigns

September 2, 2011 at 6:32 PM |

Full Tilt Poker's Attorney, Jeff Ifrah asked the court for permission to resign due to "unreasonable difficulty to carry out his employment effectively and would result on an unreasonable financial burden on the law firm."

Poker Tournaments

EPT Barcelona - Martin Schleich Takes Down €850,000

September 2, 2011 at 1:23 PM |

The European Poker Tour has its newest champion, as the German player Martin Schleich took down the EPT Barcelona final table, cashing whopping €850,000. Dragan Kostic came in second, while Team PokerStars pro Eugene Katchalov finished third.

Poker Rake Races

Paradise Poker Exclusive €2,000 Rake Race in September

September 1, 2011 at 7:34 PM |

In September, you can participate in a great new €2,000 exclusive Rakerace.com rake race at our partner, Paradise Poker. The race is available only for those registering to Paradise Poker via our link. The first prize is €700! In addition to the rake race, players are also eligible for the first deposit bonus and the room’s default 20-30% rakeback.

Poker Rooms

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.

Poker Interviews

Ongame MD Martin Lerby Answers about the Future of Online Poker

September 1, 2011 at 2:15 PM |

Martin Lerby, chief of Ongame Network speaks about the effects of Black Friday and shares his thoughts on the future of online poker. An InsidePokerBusiness interview.

Poker Rake Races

Betfair Exclusive $5,000 Cash Race in September

September 1, 2011 at 12:35 PM |

Betfair now ups the stakes! In September, 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.

Poker Rooms

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?

Poker Rake Races

$7,500 Exclusive Betfred Poker September Race

August 30, 2011 at 4:25 PM |

The Betfred Poker cash race goes on in September 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 Exclusive $7,500 Cash Race (1 - 30 September)

August 29, 2011 at 2:21 PM |

In September, 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!