GGPoker Parent Buys Nick Vertucci’s Stake in Hustler Casino Live
GGPoker in the live stream business NSUS Group, Inc., the owner of GGPoker, has made further inroads into the world of live poker, acquiring part of High Stakes Poker Productions, producer of the hit poker live stream, Hustler Casino Live. In a Wednesday press release, NSUS said that the equity it acquired is that of […]
Evolution Libel Case: Law Firm Asks for Stay in Naming Alleged Defamer
Evolution suing law firm C&K over allegedly libelous report that caused stock to dive Report was produced by an unnamed C&K client, thought to be an Evolution competitor C&K ask for stay in judge’s order to name mystery client A Newark, N.J law firm sued for libel by Swedish online gaming software provider Evolution AB […]
DraftKings, FanDuel to Bear Brunt of New Jersey Online Betting Tax Hikes
Two largest operators would see taxes in the state increase by an estimated $126 million New Jersey hasn’t officially approved governor’s plan to boost iGaming, sports wagering taxes DraftKings and FanDuel, the two largest online sportsbook operators in the US, would bear the brunt of increases should New Jersey approve proposed iGaming and sports betting […]
Flutter Forecasts Up to $300 Million in Q2 Share Repurchases
Part of $5 billion buyback program announced last year Announcement arrives a day after FanDuel parent delivered quarterly results Flutter Entertainment (NYSE: FLUT) said Wednesday it plans to repurchase as much as $300 million worth of its shares in the second quarter under the $5 billion buyback plan it announced last September. The Flutter logo […]
Three-Time Bracelet Winner Frankie O’Dell Banned While Chip Leader Because of Violent Threats
There’s rarely a dull day in the poker world, whether it’s stories of fake kidnappings, RTA scandals, or mid-tournament website malfunctions. chaos unfolded Three-time WSOP bracelet winner Frankie O’Dell is involved in the latest bizarre story. The Omaha Hi-Lo Split specialist was playing at Resorts World Las Vegas in a $400 buy-in HORSE PokerAtlas Tour […]
WSOP Circuit Controversy as Main Event Third Place Evicted With Best Hand
Maurice Hawkins has won his 18th World Series of Poker (WSOP) Ring at an event in Maryland. But sadly for the polarizing poker pro, his victory isn’t the main topic of conversation. Instead, people are more focused on the eviction of Divyam Satyarthi in third. It came to light after the fact that Satyarthi had […]
Santander Bank Accused of Overreach in UK for Messaging Customers Who Gamble
Santander sending messages about problem gambling support to UK customers even if spending is low Bank accused of “massive overreach” British bank Santander UK has been accused of “massive overreach” for sending out messages to customers expressing concern about their gambling, The Racing Post reports. Santander says the messages are a way of offering support […]
Flutter Issues Strong 2025 Guidance Backed by FanDuel Growth
Flutter forecasts sizable 2025 EBITDA, revenue growth US operations could represent close to half of 2025 sales Flutter Entertainment (NYSE: FLUT) announced impressive 2025 earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA), and revenue guidance on Tuesday — outlooks that accompanied the gaming company’s fourth-quarter results. The Flutter logo as seen in an investor deck. […]
BetMGM Trimming Staff at New Jersey Headquarters, as Online Gaming Firm Labors
BetMGM is terminating 83 employees in New Jersey The layoffs are at BetMGM’s headquarters BetMGM is primarily engaged in sports betting and iGaming BetMGM is reducing its overhead at its New Jersey headquarters by showing dozens of workers the door. The BetMGM Sportsbook at Gila River Resorts and Casinos Lone Butte in Chandler, AZ. BetMGM […]
Poker Pro Mark “Doc” Toulouse Passes Away Mid-Tournament at Texas Card House
Tragedy struck during a tournament at the Texas Card House in Dallas on Sunday when one of the players passed away. Mark “Doc” Toulouse was playing the $300 NLH tournament when he collapsed and died at the table. Todd Witteles reported on the issue for PokerFraudAlert. He explained that Mark was taken to a local […]
