Poker News - December 2009

Schedule for the 2010 WSOP is announced

Published on Sun, 12/27/2009

The World Series of Poker will take place May 27th – July 17th, and feature 47 golden bracelet events.
Ladbrokes to Launch Online Poker in Italy

Published on Wed, 12/23/2009

Ladbrokes is focusing efforts on the regulated online gambling Italian market, one of the most lucrative online gambling in Europe.
Facebook Boycotts gambling ads

Published on Sun, 12/20/2009

The social networking giant does not allow any advertising related to gambling, including poker.
Everest Poker Acquired by Mangas Gaming

Published on Thu, 12/17/2009

The Sports betting and online gaming operator acquires 60% of Everest Gaming, owner of online poker room Everest Poker.
Joe Cada Supports Efforts for Online Poker Legalization

Published on Sun, 12/13/2009

Youngest ever champion of the WSOP visited Washington DC to advocate the legalization of online poker
No Results in Dec 3rd UIGEA Hearing

Published on Mon, 12/07/2009

The stormy debate on Rep Barney Frank proposal for the legalization and legislation of online gambling ended with no vote. Another hearing is to be held in an unknown date.

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