Online Gambling News in Bahrain - June 2026

NJ Gets Tracking System to Detect Location of Online Gamblers

NJ Gets Tracking System to Detect Location of Online Gamblers

Monica E. February 6, 2014 13:50:32

Skyhook’s blocking-proof services will be used to detect any illegal online gambling. Internet payment service provider CAMS will be using Skyhook’s Certified Locations to make sure that players accessing online gambling sites in the US state of New Jersey are actually inside state lines. Matthew Katz, chief executive officer at CAMS, announced: “The Skyhook solution […]

EPT Deauville Crowned the First Ever Winner From Greece

EPT Deauville Crowned the First Ever Winner From Greece

Alex Nevsky February 6, 2014 13:47:39

Sotirios Koutoupas, the first ever Greek winner of an EPT event was crowned in Deauville, last week. The EPT Deauville poker tournament hosted in full compliance with French gambling laws is now over. The prestigious poker competition has crowned the first ever Greek winner – Sotirios Koutoupas. The Greek pro has already come very close […]

Gambling Companies Demand $1.3 Billion from Victorian Government

Gambling Companies Demand $1.3 Billion from Victorian Government

Monica E. February 6, 2014 13:23:15

Tabcorp and Tatts are demanding refunds from the government of Victoria, after their licenses expired in 2012. Two poker machine operators have sued the Victorian Government for over $1.3 billion, claiming that they are entitled to generous payouts under Australian gambling laws. The country’s former regulations, as described by the 1994 Gaming and Betting Act, […]

Poker Professional Joins the Show “Survivor”

Poker Professional Joins the Show “Survivor”

Iva P. February 6, 2014 13:10:18

Garrett Adelstein, professional poker player from Arizona, was selected to join the new season of the TV reality “Survivor” and to become part of the “Brains Tribe”. He isn’t the first poker pro to be part of the show – Jean-Robert Bellande was also at a deserted island back in 2007. Adelstein, a 27-year-old living […]

Study Reveals Gambling is Common among Malaysian Pupils

Study Reveals Gambling is Common among Malaysian Pupils

Monica E. February 6, 2014 12:56:17

According to a recent study conducted by the Gamblers Rehab Centre Malaysia, 93% of primary school pupils have gambled. It seems that playing for money is tempting not only for adults, but for kids too. A study conducted by the Gamblers Rehab Centre Malaysia reveals shocking details about underage betting in the country. A survey […]

Foxwoods Resort Casino to Host the Next Card Player Poker Tour Event

Foxwoods Resort Casino to Host the Next Card Player Poker Tour Event

Alex Nevsky February 6, 2014 12:31:23

The Season II of the Card Player Poker Tour is on. The next Main Event is held at Foxwoods Resort Casino in Mashantucket. Mashantucket, Connecticut will be the scene for the next installment in Season II of the Card Player Poker Tour. One of the most renowned American poker rooms at the Foxwoods Resort Casino […]

Europe’s War against Gambling Monopolies

Europe’s War against Gambling Monopolies

Monica E. February 6, 2014 12:07:14

The European Commission is making sure that EU members grant equal opportunities to all online gambling operators. The online gambling industry is booming in Europe, but it looks like there is still a lot of work to be done on legislation as several countries don’t comply with the European Union’s requirement to grant free movement […]

GPI European Poker Awards Given Out to Players and Industry Leaders

GPI European Poker Awards Given Out to Players and Industry Leaders

Alex Nevsky February 6, 2014 11:32:57

The 13th annual GPI European Poker Awards have been given out in Deauville, France last week, honoring the best of the best. One of the most beautiful French poker rooms, Le Casino Barrière in Deauville, France, was the setting for the 13th GPI European Poker Awards last week. GPI European Poker Awards • 18 awards […]

Merge Gaming Pulls Out of Jersey and Delaware

Merge Gaming Pulls Out of Jersey and Delaware

February 5, 2014 17:11:43

Move is ill omen for new online casino markets. Online gaming provider Merge Gaming Network announced that it is no longer accepting bets placed from Delaware and New Jersey. Players using sites operated by Merge received e-mails informing them their accounts were “banned as per restrictions in your state.” The precise reason for the move […]

Legal Online Poker Offerings in New Jersey

Legal Online Poker Offerings in New Jersey

Alex Nevsky February 5, 2014 12:41:51

Online poker in New Jersey is in full swing with more and more tournaments held for the residents of the State. Ever since American gambling laws were altered to allow fully licensed and regulated online poker in New Jersey, the number of poker players has been growing steadily. Since November last year, more and more […]