Jason Koon continues to make waves in the high-roller circuit, with the poker pro recently winning his fifth Triton Poker title. The American poker pro emerged victorious in the 2023 Triton Super High Roller Series Vietnam $50K Turbo event, outclassing a 31-entry field to secure the title and $574,000 in top prize. Koon Becomes Only […]
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Belgium to Implement Blanket Ban on Gambling Advertising from July 1, 2023
Belgium is set to implement a blanket ban on gambling advertising from July 1, 2023. The ban applies to all media platforms, including television, radio, cinema, websites, social media networks, and print publications, with operators also prohibited from displaying ads in public areas. Ban Seeks to Stop Gambling Normalization in Belgium Belgium’s upcoming advertising ban […]
PAGCOR Ends Consultancy Contract with Third-Party Auditor for POGOs Over Unlawful Acts
The Philippines’ gaming regulator, the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), has effectively severed its ties with Global ComRCI, the third-party entity previously contracted by the agency to audit the Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs). Auditor Committed “Unlawful Acts” PAGCOR has confirmed that it has terminated the consultancy contract with Global ComRCI over alleged “unlawful” […]
Genting Malaysia Could Monetize Non-Core Assets for New York Casino License Bid
Genting Malaysia Bhd has indicated it could monetize some of its non-core assets as it seeks to win one of the three casino licenses up for grabs in New York. The casino operator, which runs the Resorts World New York City racino in Queens, is considered among the frontrunners to bid and win a gaming […]
One Step Closer Foundation to Hold Poker Charity Event at PokerGO Studio in March
The One Step Closer Foundation, a non-profit organization supporting people with Cerebral Palsy (CP), has teamed up with PokerGO and ARIA for a charity event on March 4. The PokerGO Studio at ARIA Las Vegas will play host to the event which will be participated in by numerous celebrities. Celebrities Go All In for CP […]
Twitter Bans Poker Pro Luke “SlayAbides” Vrabel for Abusive Behavior
Luke “SlayAbides” Vrabel, a poker pro who often ignites controversy on Twitter for his offensive posts and comments, especially on women, has been banned from the social media platform. Poker journalist Jennifer Newell reported Vrabel’s account for abusive behavior and that triggered the ban, with Twitter finding that the poker player broke the rules. Vrabel […]
WSOP Ontario Players Get Access To Exclusive SmartHUD Feature
WSOP Ontario may have launched much later than its competitors but it has quickly grown to become one of the leading online poker rooms in the ring-fenced market. Among the main reasons for its rapid rise to the top are the exclusive features it offers to players, such as the “SmartHUD”. Get an Insight into […]
Star Entertainment Heavily Impacted by Proposed NSW Casino Tax Hike Proposal
Star Entertainment Group’s newly-appointed CEO Robbie Cooke has warned a proposal by the NSW government to increase the tax on pokie machines would have a damaging impact on casinos. Star Sydney to Undergo Urgent Review if Tax Hike is Implemented Under new changes proposed by the state, casinos would have to pay a top rate […]
WSOP Ontario to Run Exclusive 2023 WSOP Main Event Satellites
Great news keeps coming for players on WSOP Ontario as GGPoker has confirmed the site will exclusively host 2023 WSOP Main Event satellites. That means Ontarians will get the chance to secure a seat into the prestigious $10,000 buy-in tournament for a much cheaper price! Ontario Satellite Campaign Starts in March GGPoker powers the WSOP […]
World Surf League Gets Flak For Transgender Policy As Bethany Hamilton Threatens To Drop Out
The World Surf League (WSL) made a significant change in its policy when it announced that transgendered athletes would now be able to participate based on the new rules. The new policy says that trans-women who can prove that they have been a girl for the last 12 months, can participate with other women. Trans-women […]
