Poker News - September 2009

  • Europe Victorious in the WSOPE Caesar’s Cup

    Published on Tue, 09/29/2009

    Team Europe showed the Americans they have some tricks up their sleeves with a 4 to 1 victory. 

  • The 2009 WCOOP Concluded

    Published on Wed, 09/23/2009

    44,000 players participated in 45 events of this greater than life tournament, giving away a prize pool of more than $51,000,000. Govial Gent is the big winner with more than $1.7M total prize money.

  • The 2009 WSOPE Commenced

    Published on Mon, 09/21/2009

    European branch of the World Series of Poker for 2009 commenced Thursday in the lavishing Casino at the Empire - London, UK. The tournament will include 4 bracelet events plus 2 special events.

  • The 2009 WCOOP Update

    Published on Thu, 09/17/2009

    With 33 events completed it is definitely time for our WCOOP update. Find out who hit the jackpot and who hit the floors in the biggest online tournament today.

  • 888 Scores a Mega Online Gambling Deal with Harrah’s

    Published on Fri, 09/11/2009

    Under the terms of the deal 888 will supply Harrah’s with online services in Europe. 888 shares rally to a two months high.

  • 9 Finalists for the Poker Hall of Fame Announced

    Published on Thu, 09/10/2009

    The 2 players elected to join the hall of fame will be announced on November 7 at the Rio Hotel and Casino, Las Vegas.

  • Online Gaming Company, Bwin to Acquire Gioco Digitale

    Published on Wed, 09/09/2009

    Acquisition is expected to significantly strengthen Bwin’s position in the attractive Italian online gambling market.

  • Gambling Giants Announce Financial Results for 2009 First Half

    Published on Mon, 09/07/2009

    888 (888.L) and Party Gaming (PRTY.L) show a significant revenue decline while Playtech (PTEC.L) beats forecast with surging revenues and profit. Financial markets react accordingly.

  • Initiative to Legalize Online Poker in Massachusetts is Halted

    Published on Mon, 09/07/2009

    The Poker Players Alliance initiative to legalize online poker in Massachusetts is not eligible for the states’ ballot.

  • A New Poker Network to be Launched in 2009

    Published on Sun, 09/06/2009

    Next Poker Network, will be launched by Gambling Technology Company, Miles Ahead, through a network of partnerships with poker sites.

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