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Written By: Maya Michaels | September 24, 2021 | Posted In Poker News

888poker has recruited the likes of Sam Abernathy and Jordan Banfield to the brand. Professional poker player Sam Abernathy is the latest big name to link up with the platform as an 888poker ambassador. Abernathy joins up with the likes of Dominik Nitsche, Vivian Saliba, Kara Scott and Sofia Lovgren. Abernathy’s arrival follows the departure […]

Written By: Maya Michaels | September 15, 2021 | Posted In Poker News

According to a report from the Financial Times, online gaming company 888 bought William Hill’s UK, European, and Latin American assets for 2.2 billion British pounds. Caesars runs its online poker room, WSOP.com, on 888’s software. Last March, 888 and Caesars agreed to keep its online poker partnership in place through at least 2026. 888 […]

Written By: Maya Michaels | September 6, 2021 | Posted In Poker News

Leading e-wallet digital payments provider MuchBetter has partnered with poker legend Chris Moneymaker to offer its customers the chance to recreate the heroic journey from an unknown casual poker player to World Champion. MuchBetter customers who register then upload US$ 86 in their e-wallet and deposit on their favourite online poker site will be entered […]

Written By: Maya Michaels | September 3, 2021 | Posted In Poker News

888poker launched the multi-flight $1M Guaranteed Big Shot Special Edition on 2 September 2021. Players can get their seats for free or play daily satellites. On the 2 September, big things are happening at 888poker. They’re launching a special multi-flight event – the $1 Million Big Shot Special Edition! If you’d always wanted to roll […]

Written By: Maya Michaels | August 31, 2021 | Posted In Poker News

Betfair, the operator of the world’s largest online sports betting exchange, is informing its marketing affiliates in the Netherlands it will be closing operations in the country. The final date of operations is September 30, 2021. “Unfortunately a business decision has been made to no longer offer our services in the Netherlands. This will be […]

Written By: Maya Michaels | August 24, 2021 | Posted In Poker News

Online poker revenue in July was up in almost all legalized US states. Last month WSOP.com bracelet events and promotions by operators contributed to improving the numbers. Some states, including New Jersey, recorded some of their biggest online gaming months to date. With limited brick and mortar poker rooms, players are giving the chance to […]

Written By: Maya Michaels | August 16, 2021 | Posted In Poker News

Every month, Bovada Poker dedicates one special Sunday to hosting a massive $1 million guaranteed online poker tournament. The Monthly Milly happens one Sunday each month, so check back often to make sure you don’t miss out. The next Monthly Milly event is on Sunday, August 29th, 2021. You can buy a seat at the […]

Written By: Maya Michaels | August 9, 2021 | Posted In Poker News

GGPoker has officially launched in the regulated market of Belgium. As previously announced, the site went live on Saturday, July 31, opening its door to Belgian players nearly two years after it pulled out of the market. Although various online poker licenses have been issued in the past, only four online poker operators are currently […]

Written By: Maya Michaels | July 26, 2021 | Posted In Poker News

888poker is launching their new ChampionChip Games. The event boasts smaller, affordable buy-ins with bigger guarantees. See all that’s on offer! The series will run through 15 August with the much-anticipated $500,000 Main Event Day 2 topping off the action on 16 August at 18:00 GMT. The $50 buy-in Main Event offers excellent value for […]

Written By: Maya Michaels | July 16, 2021 | Posted In Poker News

888poker, has announced that it has secured the Poker Marketing Campaign award for its ‘Made to Play’ campaign at EGR’s Marketing & Innovation Awards. Elad Nir, VP Head of 888poker, commented: “This win is a true industry endorsement and testament to the hard work and dedication of the 888poker team. Alongside the launch of our […]