Three million French citizens use offshore betting sites
The French National Assembly debate taking place this week on the coming liberalisation of the hitherto monopolised gambling market has continued to grab the mainstream press headlines. Moves to open the market under strictly regulated conditions to privately owned websites offering gambling action on poker, soccer and horse racing were introduced to the Assembly on [...]
With Ladbrokes Casino Free means Free
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Phil Hellmuth vs. Harrah’s and the World Series of Poker
World Series of Poker record bracelet holder Phil Hellmuth is not exactly happy with the tournament these days or the folks who run it, Harrah’s. Hellmuth spoke to French media about how Harrah’s new online poker website could damage the WSOP. The site will not be available to US customers at the onset. Harrah’s announced [...]
Pitbull Poker Owners Arrested
If you have been following Gambling911.com over the last 24 hours, you would know that the online poker room Pitbull Poker had shut its doors with what appears to be zero intention of paying either customers or players. Over the summer, many in the online poker community suspected Pitbull of engaging in "cheating" schemes, accusations [...]
Lucky Dog: Doyle Brunson Down But Not Out
Poker icon and, more importantly, friend of Gambling911.com, Doyle Brunson had dropped out of the top 10 at the 2009 World Series of Poker Europe by late afternoon, though he was far from out. Brunson was still among the top 30 chip leaders. He had lost a good 3700 at the time this article was [...]
Tournament: WCOOP 2009 wrap-up
There wasn’t a single TV camera at one of the world’s largest poker tournaments this year. Though you could still watch live coverage with commentary, you’d be hard-pressed to point out any familiar faces. That’s because the action took place entirely online. For the last two weeks, things have been hectic over at PokerStars‘ virtual [...]
Ron Wyden Pulls Online Gambling Bill
The Congressman giveth and the Congressman taketh away. Such is the case with a bill that survived nearly 6 days before it was yanked on Wednesday. That bill, brought forth by Senator Ron Wyden (D – Ore.) would have legalized and taxed online gambling to help pay for healthcare reform. Gambling911.com reported on the newly [...]
First Golden Ticket Winner Interview
We are both proud and happy to finally present to you the winner of the first of three Golden Tickets. His name is Manuel L. and resides in Germany. His seat in the final stage of the Grand Slam of Slots is now secured, and we wish him the best of luck in the finals. [...]
Barney Frank Online Gambling Bill Will Have to Wait
Online poker‘s greatest ally in Congress, Massachusetts Rep Barney Frank, has reported in to the Poker Players Alliance and informed the group that although he will be introducing new poker friendly legislation in the near future, it will most likely need to wait until October at the earliest. Citing a pressing need to instead focus [...]
£5m British lotto jackpot claimed
The winner of a £5 million National Lottery jackpot has come forward to claim their prize two weeks after the winning numbers were announced. An appeal by Lotto operator, Camelot, was launched after the winning ticket, which was purchased in the Sheffield area, had not been presented after the Saturday August 29 draw. A National [...]
