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If you are looking to get caught up at the week’s top poker news stories, then look no further.We’ll inform you concerning the Nevada online poker proposals, what Phil Hellmuth thinks about iGaming, and more.
Proposals Released
On Wednesday, the Nevada Gaming Control Board released drafts of regulatory proposals that might allow the state to ascertain Internet poker in response to Assembly Bill 258, which was passed within the 2011 Nevada legislature.The Las Vegas Review-Journal spoke with Gaming Control Board Chairman Mark Lipparelli in regards to the proposals. “”Internet poker has become a multibillion dollar business all over the world. The technology supporting it, while not perfect, has improved dramatically since its introduction. Very similar to our land-based requirements, Nevada will establish high standards giving players as much confidence as possible within the entities and technologies that would eventually gain approval,” Lipparelli said.The proposals, which come with rules for customer enrollment and technology approvals, among other things, could be put through a public regulatory workshop. The workshop will provide for amendments and revisions to the proposals and the primary one is scheduled for Sept. 26.”We can’t predict what may happen with any national legislation and we have now attempted to border these regulations in a fashion which will provide appropriate flexibility. This may be a rigorous process and these regulations will, no doubt, undergo a great deal of revision,” Lipparelli told the Las Vegas Review-Journal in regards to the state being ready for federal legislation.Want to understand more? Take a look at the thing on LVRJ.com and you may read the proposals at Gaming.nv.gov.
Hellmuth Talks iGaming
According to the Washington Post, Phil Hellmuth doesn’t think Washington, D.C.’s foray into Internet poker doesn’t have “much to provide the pro gambler.”“I still think that folks are searhing for a spot to play poker and it wouldn’t be surprising in case you had much more players than you think that start playing,†he said. “It’s a pleasant test, sure, but I BELIEVE there’s so few people [in D.C.], 600,000, that you simply may not achieve critical mass for players at the site under those conditions,” Hellmuth told the Washington Post.Hellmuth doesn’t believe that the low-stakes games could be worth it for a certified player, but D.C. Lottery director Buddy Roogow was quoted earlier this year saying that wasn’t the principle concern. “We believe there’s a far larger section of social, recreational and casual players who could be excited about a lower-stakes platform,” Roogow told the Associated Press.Hellmuth thinks for the federal government to make money, it is going to allow the non-public poker market to flourish. “The states must ask themselves, how are they going to generate profits? Are they going to take a position millions in software, hire a number of individuals and finally end up in a situation where they don’t recoup their money for 3 or four years?†he said. “Or do they simply start taxing it right away, and make decamillions from the start?â€Want more? WashingtonPost.com has it.
LAPT on its option to Colombia
Thanks to a statement we received this morning, we will let you know where the PokerStars Latin American Poker Tour is headed next. From Oct. 12 through 16, the LAPT can be in Medellin, Colombia.”The poker communities in Latin America are extraordinary. They’re growing quickly and are extremely enthusiastic and playing within the tournaments. I AM HOPING that players from around the globe come to Medellin to compete and they also take time to benefit from the scenery, culture and food of this fantastic destination,” LAPT president David Carrion said.The event will happen at Allegre Casino, that’s operated by Legendary Gaming, and the COL$1,980,000 buy-in Main Event is being dubbed “the National Poker Championship.”“During the fourth season of the LAPT we’ve got introduced Sao Paulo as a brand new destination, and now it’s Medellin’s turn for a debut event. This decision was made in order that shall we have a countrywide Championship in lots of different countries, and in turn find the most productive poker player within the region in the course of the Player of the Year Award. These changes has been made as a result of extensive feedback received last season and we’re proud to deliver what players want,” Carrion said.Players can win entry online or through supersatellites at Allegre Casino.Find out more at LAPT.com.
In 140 Characters
Some days we read tweets and think, “Our readers would probably love to know that,” however the news bite is purely 140 characters long. As opposed to separating them into their very own sections, we’ve compiled all of them right here.
- On Thursday, poker agent Brian Balsbaugh tweeted, “Just heard “The Banker” is playing poker @BellagioLV. No sightings of “The Professor” or “The Suicide King.”
Looks like Andy Beal is back in town, and it didn’t take very long for no less than one of the vital sharks to smell him out.
- Doyle Brunson replied to Balsbaugh’s tweet saying, “Nope, but Dolly was there. He then went on, “Played with “The Banker” for a couple of hours. Had a fun time, probably because I made a tight win. #needmorelikehim”
We’re undecided if The Professor or the Suicide King will make appearances on this game, but we’ll keep our ears open.
- Early Friday morning, Dan Bilzerian tweeted, “Just had my third heart attack. Feeling better now, about to go away the hospital. Waiting on lab results.
- He went on, “I checked myself outta the hospital. Doc said I should stay because I’LL die in my sleep if I’M GOING home. I HAVE BEEN gambling all week. I bet I’ll live.
Luckily, it kind of feels as if Bilzerian is okay. Andrew Robl tweeted, “Just an FYI to everyone I went to the hospital with @DanBilzerian last night and apparently nothing major happened and that he’s a-okay.”
Another One Bites the Dust
In an announcement issued Thursday, Poker Pros Network announced it recently moved its URL to PPNpoker.eu to conform with U.S. legislation. It also said it’d be leaving the Cake Network and moving to a proprietary network within the near future. Also, on Aug. 31, PPNpoker.eu will not accept new registrations from players within the U.S. Players who registered for accounts previous to the separation might be granted an exemption.”We here at PPN are devoted to improving our software, making a safe environment for players to compete, and inspiring our pros to be available to customers in any respect stake levels,” said PPN Poker owner Chuck Kidd. “IT HAS BEEN numerous work, but what we’re introducing later this year should turn the web poker industry on its head.”According to the clicking release, PPN Poker plans on releasing “unique proprietary software” with new features including live dealers and dealers’ choice games within the fall.Read the clicking release at MarketWire.com for more.
WCOOP Kicks Off Soon
The 2011 PokerStars World Championship of Online Poker is simply across the corner and PokerStars desires to celebrate. Kicking off on Aug. 29, PokerStars will launch the Mega Satellites Week promotion. Two Mega Satellites may be held on a daily basis and 2,075 seats are up for grabs into 13 different events. That’s $502,275 in value when you were counting. Here is a take a look at the Mega Satellite Week schedule:
Date (All times ETD)TimeSatelliteSat TIDEvent TargetSeats Gtd$ Gtd
| 8/29 |
11:00 |
WCOOP-01 Sat: $22 NLHE [6-Max, 125 Seats Gtd] |
432108416 |
1 – $215 NLHE, 6-Max |
125 |
$26,875 |
| 8/29 |
14:00 |
WCOOP-03 Sat: $22 NLHE [125 Seats Gtd] |
432109367 |
3 – $215 NLHE |
125 |
$26,875 |
| 8/30 |
11:00 |
WCOOP-04 Sat: $33 PLO [75 Seats Gtd] |
432123806 |
4 – $320 PLO |
75 |
$24,000 |
| 8/30 |
14:00 |
WCOOP-06 Sat: $3.30+R NLHE [3x-Turbo, 100 Seats] |
432138084 |
6 – $215 NLHE+R, Turbo |
100 |
$21,500 |
| 8/31 |
06:00 |
WCOOP-10 Sat: $27 PLO [KO, 75 Seats Gtd] |
432143873 |
10 – $265 PLO, KO |
75 |
$19,875 |
| 8/31 |
11:00 |
WCOOP-11 Sat: $33 NLHE [Ante Up, 100 Seats Gtd] |
432130483 |
11 – $320 NLHE, Ante Up |
100 |
$32,000 |
| 9/1 |
06:00 |
WCOOP-13 Sat: $22 PLO H/L [75 Seats Gtd] |
432110904 |
13 – $215 PLO H/L |
75 |
$16,125 |
| 9/1 |
11:00 |
WCOOP-14 Sat: $27 NLHE [KO, 6-Max, 100 Seats Gtd] |
432142474 |
14 – $265 NLHE, 6-Max, KO |
100 |
$26,500 |
| 9/2 |
11:00 |
WCOOP-16 Sat: $22 PLO [6-Max, 75 Seats Gtd] |
432112158 |
16 – $215 PLO, 6-Max |
75 |
$16,125 |
| 9/2 |
17:00 |
WCOOP-18 Sat: $33 NLHE [100 Seats Gtd] |
432139428 |
18 – $320 NLHE, 10-Min Lev |
100 |
$32,000 |
| 9/3 |
10:00 |
WCOOP-19 Sat: $11 NL Hold’em [1,000 Seats Gtd] |
432135556 |
19 – $109 NLHE |
1000 |
$109,000 |
| 9/3 |
14:00 |
WCOOP-20 Sat: $22 FLHE [100 Seats Gtd] |
432120912 |
20 – $215 FLHE |
100 |
$21,500 |
| 9/3 |
16:30 |
WCOOP-62 Sat: $215 NLHE [25 Seats Gtd] |
432140897 |
The Main |
25 |
$130,000 |
| Â |
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2,075 |
$502,375 |
Speaking of PokerStars, the net poker giant recently announced it is going to tackle the role as lead sponsor for next week’s Poker within the Park in London at Hanover Square.“We’re thrilled that PokerStars has come on board,†said festival organizer Michael Caselli. “Having the most well liked poker site on the earth on board is not just great for Poker within the Park, but shows how committed PokerStars is to all of the sport of poker.â€Read more at UK.PokerNews.com
Short Stacks
The Nightly Turbo is understood for its brevity. But what will we do when there are too many news stories to inform you about in a single day? We shorten things a bit of. Here is a quick have a look at any other news stories happening within the poker world.
- On Monday, we told you concerning the WPT Regional Seminole Hard Rock Summer Splash and the notables who remained on the final table. Well, Brian Hastings came out on top of that one. He tweeted, “I won!!!! $213k plus TWO trophies, thanks for the entire support everyone! #wpt #runninglikemercier #trophyhunting”
- We also told you concerning the Parx Open Poker Classic in Monday’s Nightly Turbo. That event also had a notable player finish on top — McLean Karr. He defeated Dan Smith in heads-up play and took home $74,406. That is Karr’s second win this month. His first coming in a high-roller event in Macau.
- Remember OceanSpray25? On Tuesday he was sentenced to no less than three years in prison for robbing the Bellagio of $1.5 million.
- According to SportsInteraction.com, Hollywood director Nick Cassavetes is trying to get the Hollywood poker lawsuit dismissed. Cassavetes along side Tobey Maguire, Leonardo DiCaprio, and more are being sued by a bunch of trustees who were whamboozled in a Ponzi scheme.
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