Top US Poker News & Articles
Twitch Poker Livestreaming Future rests with US Legalization
One of the biggest trends in online poker right now involves livestreaming. Famous pros can broadcast their online poker sessions through Twitch and entertain their followers at the same time. This has helped players like Felix ‘xflixx’ Schneiders, Jaime Staples and Jason Somerville gain massive followings on their Twitch stream. In Somerville’s case, he has […]
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What Amaya’s Q3 Call means for US Online Poker
Amaya Gaming, parent company of PokerStars and Full Tilt, recently had their Q3 conference call. A number of things were covered during the call, but among the most-interesting points are Amaya’s plans for the U.S. online poker market. That said, let’s discuss Amaya’s hopes when they launch in New Jersey and what to expect from […]
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PokerStars to blend Video Games and Poker
PokerStars’ parent company, Amaya Gaming, is definitely not afraid to take risks. In fact, what Amaya is doing in online poker is akin to jumping head-first into an alligator-filled lake to win a $50 bet. They’ve signed world-famous (expensive) football stars, overhauled their VIP program and waged war against HUDs — all in the last […]
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Freedom Groups hate RAWA and Attempt to ban Online Poker
Online gaming enthusiasts have complained for months that the Restoration of America’s Wire Act (RAWA) is nothing more than a bill used to further the interests of Las Vegas Sands owner Sheldon Adelson. And now, it looks like several freedom groups have amped up the criticism of RAWA, which seeks to ban U.S. online poker […]
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DFS vs. Online Poker – Which Game features more Skill?
Online poker and daily fantasy sports (DFS) are popular among the same crowds because they both involve skill. And because of this, people can become pros at both DFS and online poker. But which game involves more skill and gives good players more of an edge? Let’s discuss the matter below by looking at a […]
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Sen. Marco Rubio wants iGaming banned – But thinks Poker is Okay
Florida Senator and presidential candidate Marco Rubio is not a big fan of online gaming. In fact, the Republican has co-sponsored the Restoration of America’s Wire Act (RAWA), which seeks to ban iGaming on a federal level. But interestingly enough, he seems perfectly fine with the idea of online poker. Let’s discuss exactly why Rubio […]
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Why Nevada’s Ban on DraftKings, FanDuel (DFS) is Fair
With all the scrutiny that’s surrounding daily fantasy sports (DFS) sites, it was only a matter of time before another state banned the activity. And this state turned out to be Nevada, the first of the 50 states to legalize and regulate online gaming. Nevada essentially banned DFS by declaring it gambling while demanding that […]
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New Jersey to PokerStars: Fire 4 Executives
Before approving Amaya Gaming and their poker sites – PokerStars and Full Tilt – for licensing, the New Jersey Department of Gaming Enforcement (DGE) conducted a lengthy investigation. And they recently released their massive 89-page report on PokerStars. According to the report, the key to Stars getting licensed is the fact that Amaya now owns […]
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Amaya Stock soars after PokerStars gets in New Jersey
If you dabble in the stock market, then you should seriously consider purchasing some shares of Amaya Gaming. The company saw their stocks skyrocket by 30% following news of PokerStars and Full Tilt being approved for New Jersey licenses. This is just more great news for Amaya, on top of finally gaining a legal foothold […]
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