| Posted by: Gonzo787 at October 5, 2006, 12:16 pm | | Topic: Small poker sites Forum: Bonus Whores | Doyles Room
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I know some of you may be concerned about the online gamling bill recently passed by the Senate. I believe that is far too early to fully understand the implications of this bill in our industry. Until such time as this becomes clearer, Doyle's Room will operate as normal with our full exciting range of games and tournaments at all limits. Come join me at the weekly Bounty Tournament this Thursday and every Thursday at Doyle's Room.
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| Posted by: Gonzo787 at October 5, 2006, 10:41 am | | Topic: Small poker sites Forum: Bonus Whores | Bugsys Club
Regarding the recent bill passed regulating payments to online gaming sites-
Most important is that this bill does NOT make it illegal for individuals to play poker online.
The bill targets payment processors and US banks and is basically trying to make it difficult for online poker sites to allow their customers to fund their accounts (nothing new here really).
The bill does not take effect immediately. After the president signs the bill into law (if) (within the next 7-10 days), a government board will have 270 days to come up with new regulations for the banks and payment processors to follow. And even after the regulations are published they will likely not go into effect immediately, since the banks and payment processors will need time to add systems to comply with the new regulations. Smaller banks have already stated they would not even have the necessary resources in place to monitor such transactions.
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| Posted by: Gonzo787 at October 4, 2006, 9:03 pm | | Topic: Small poker sites Forum: Bonus Whores | Gonzo787 wrote: 45 Shooter wrote: Any word from Games Grid Gonzo?
I didn't get an email back from them for some reason. I'll send my email again.
Games Grid
We'll know more in the coming weeks... in the short term, there is no
interruption of services for our players and deposits and withdrawals via
NETeller will continue. | | Static Link |
| Posted by: Gonzo787 at October 4, 2006, 8:16 pm | | Topic: Small poker sites Forum: Bonus Whores | 45 Shooter wrote: Any word from Games Grid Gonzo?
I didn't get an email back from them for some reason. I'll send my email again. | | Static Link |
| Posted by: andrew26 at October 4, 2006, 5:24 pm | | Topic: Small poker sites Forum: Bonus Whores | hogua wrote: Gonzo, is there anyway to get these statements is a locked sticky to make it easier to kep up on the latest reports? Comments could be made in another thread(s).
Agreed. This thread was a great idea but I would also appreciate a locked thread with just the official statements from the sites with no commentary from the peanut gallery.
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| Posted by: hogua at October 4, 2006, 4:59 pm | | Topic: Small poker sites Forum: Bonus Whores | Gonzo, is there anyway to get these statements is a locked sticky to make it easier to kep up on the latest reports? Comments could be made in another thread(s).
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| Posted by: TheFakeG at October 4, 2006, 3:53 pm | | Topic: Small poker sites Forum: Bonus Whores | I've read several posts at 2+2 that claim Titan and iPoker will be shutting out players by Friday for the US maket. Shit Fuck Damn
Both sites affiliates have received e-mails stating that they are no longer allowing:
- New U.S. players to open accounts there
- Current U.S. players to make deposits there. | | Static Link |
| Posted by: depokerstar at October 4, 2006, 1:57 pm | | Topic: Small poker sites Forum: Bonus Whores | Gonzo787 wrote: Titan Poker (iPoker)
We are not sure exactly how this will effect us and of course we will have to
follow any law that refers to us.
However we are not sure how this new development will affect us for now, we will
inform all US players once we have any more information.
I've read several posts at 2+2 that claim Titan and iPoker will be shutting out players by Friday for the US maket. Shit Fuck Damn
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| Posted by: Gonzo787 at October 3, 2006, 10:33 am | | Topic: Small poker sites Forum: Bonus Whores | Poker4ever
We would like to inform you that for the moment we will not be making any changes in our policy towards the US market.
In the case that we do need to make any changes, we will make sure to inform our US players in the matter. | | Static Link |
| Posted by: Gonzo787 at October 3, 2006, 10:32 am | | Topic: Small poker sites Forum: Bonus Whores | You're welcome, Andrew. BTW, I realize that some of these sites are piddly, but some of these smaller sites could really capitalize. Sure, there may be some smaller sites that will maybe have to close at some point, but some are going to emerge very strong, IMO.
Eurolinx (Tain)
Yes, I`m pleased to say that we do. So just tell all your friends. Actually now we have a massive October bonus. 100% matching up to $200, only 4FPP per dollar. (this means nearly 100% rakeback)
So tell all your friends and you are welcome to join us asap. | | Static Link |
| Posted by: Pokeraddict at October 3, 2006, 9:30 am | | Topic: Small poker sites Forum: Bonus Whores | | As I understand it the law does not have any affect on the players other then the possible abilty to deposit. Make sure that wherever you play you keep a correct address on file. If a poker room decides to block US players without notice they may mail checks like Littlewoods did. | | Static Link |
| Posted by: Pokerpike68 at October 3, 2006, 9:24 am | | Topic: Small poker sites Forum: Bonus Whores | Do you think the gov. will try and track down people still playing poker online at these sites, should we no longer use legit sign up information or how would you recommend going about this new ban?
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| Posted by: andrew26 at October 3, 2006, 2:06 am | | Topic: Small poker sites Forum: Bonus Whores | It seems to be coming to pass that the dividing line between sites that are/are not affected by this is whether they are publicly or privately held.
Nice work, Gonzo.
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| Posted by: Pokeraddict at October 3, 2006, 12:05 am | | Topic: Small poker sites Forum: Bonus Whores | | I think you are completely right. There are a few small sites will really capitalize if Party and others go through with their bans. It is unlikely the smaller sites will stop taking Americans, especially with their lack of public float. | | Static Link |
| Posted by: Gonzo787 at October 3, 2006, 12:04 am | | Topic: Small poker sites Forum: Bonus Whores | Bowmans (Tribeca)
We have taken note of the recent legislative events in the US and discussing the implications of the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement
Bill with its advisers. | | Static Link |
| Posted by: Gonzo787 at October 2, 2006, 11:23 pm | | Topic: Small poker sites Forum: Bonus Whores | JetSet Poker
We are aware of the bill that has been ratified in the state of
Washington in the United States pertaining to online gambling.
Additionally as it relates to the recent passage of HR 4411 by the House
of Representatives we believe that this to be bad public policy as poker
is game that is rooted in the history of America and has been for many
generations and enjoyed by near 80 million strong.
JetSetPoker is actively involved in efforts to oppose such efforts
ranging from grass roots activism and various other public endeavors to
productively and prudently impact any subsequent government legislative
undertakings. The JetSetPoker Terms and Conditions
(http://www.jetsetpoker.com/ipage.aspx?i=s_termsandconditions_main)
state that the services provided by the Site are not for use in
jurisdictions where it may be proscribed by law. In direct answer to
your query may we state unequivocally that we have n... | | Read Entire Entry |
| Posted by: Gonzo787 at October 2, 2006, 8:41 pm | | Topic: Small poker sites Forum: Bonus Whores | Cake Poker
Thank you for your email. Let me start by saying that CakePoker definitely does not intend to restrict access to our valued players from the United States. It appears that some of our competitors have decided to take this preemptive step for business reasons that are most likely related to the fact that they are publicly listed companies. In other words, they cannot be seen as doing anything that would put their shareholders in a precarious position. CakePoker N.V. is a legally licensed and privately held company in the country of Curacao. We have no such pressures placed upon us.
Further, this bill still has some stages to go through and is not likely to even become a law until the spring of 2007. If/when this bill actually becomes the law, our legal department will formulate an official policy on CakePoker accepting payments from US residents via US based financial institutions. However, as an alternative to accepting payments from US based financial institutions we h... | | Read Entire Entry |
| Posted by: Gonzo787 at October 2, 2006, 8:10 pm | | Topic: Small poker sites Forum: Bonus Whores | Jungle Poker
updated 10/4/06
Dear Poker Player,
With the recent developments in the US, we wanted to let you know that JunglePoker will continue to service new and existing players from the United States. Our business will continue to run as usual.
JunglePoker is a privately held business located wholly outside the United States. JunglePoker operations are 100% legal under International and Costa Rican law.
New legislation will not criminalize individuals for playing poker online. Instead, the bill will eventually attempt to prevent the transfer of funds to online gaming. As poker is a game of skill rather than pure chance, we hope that it will not be affected by this new bill.
JunglePoker will continue to offer United States customers the very best in Online Poker with the fastest secure deposit and payout solutions. All new and existing customers should be 100% confident in playing with the very best at JunglePoker. You will still be ... | | Read Entire Entry |
| Posted by: Gonzo787 at October 2, 2006, 8:02 pm | | Topic: Small poker sites Forum: Bonus Whores | Mansion Poker
We would like to take this opportunity to assure you that any funds deposited with MANSION are completely safe.
We are still contemplating our response to the news and have yet to decide how we will proceed with our US Members. Once we have a clear picture, we will, of course, inform all our Members.
At the present time we are operating as usual and no matter the outcome, all Members will be able to access and withdraw their funds should they so wish. | | Static Link |
| Posted by: Gonzo787 at October 2, 2006, 7:53 pm | | Topic: Small poker sites Forum: Bonus Whores | Tiger Gaming (Action)
Here at Tigergaming we have a no-discrimination policy, anyone is entitled to open an account.
However we do advise all members to check the laws in their state/country with regards to age etc. for their own protection. | | Static Link |
| Posted by: Gonzo787 at October 2, 2006, 7:51 pm | | Topic: Small poker sites Forum: Bonus Whores | Titan Poker (iPoker)
We are not sure exactly how this will effect us and of course we will have to
follow any law that refers to us.
However we are not sure how this new development will affect us for now, we will
inform all US players once we have any more information. | | Static Link |
| Posted by: Gonzo787 at October 2, 2006, 7:48 pm | | Topic: Small poker sites Forum: Bonus Whores | I thought I would send emails to the smaller sites and get their position on the current legislation. I will post them as I get them. Some of these smaller sites may turn into bigger sites as the legislation scares off bigger, publically traded companies.
Planet Poker
Planet Poker's Statement to the US Safe Port Act.
Planet Poker is located and operated in Curacao which is part of the Netherlands Antilles. Planet Poker does not have ownership or operations in the USA. Planet Poker has a fully authorized gaming operation license issued by the Curacao government. All aspects of operations and business conduct are endorsed and sanctioned by the Curacao government. Any bets placed by you are received and processed by Planet Poker in Curacao where accepting your bet is fully legal under Planet Poker's license. Customer records are held confidentially by Planet Poker, not the Curacao government.
On 30 September 2006, as part of approving the Safe Port A... | | Read Entire Entry |
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