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California needs to pass three main roadblocks in order to pass an online gambling bill.

Can California’s Online Poker Roadblocks Be Resolved?

In order to pass an online poker bill this coming yearly session, California must solve the problems with Racetracks, the Bad Actor Clause and Licensing.

Posted on: September 26, 2014 | | Steve Ruddock

Bad Actor Clause Not to Blame for CA's failure to pass iGaming bill

Bad Actor Clause May Be Least of California’s Problems

After CA's failure to pass an iGaming bill, who is to blame? Surprisingly, the downfall of the bill is not tied to PokerStars or the Bad Actor Clause.

Posted on: September 5, 2014 | | Steve Ruddock

Weighing In On The Political Messages At The Poker Table Debate

We analyze PokerStars' reaction to Olivier Busquet and Daniel Colman's t-shirts at an EPT event in Spain expressing their support for Palestinians.

Posted on: August 27, 2014 | | Steve Ruddock

Unregulated new poker site for California

Rogue California Tribe Further Complicating Online Poker

The Santa Ysabel Band of Diegueño Indians in California (commonly referred to as the Iipay Nation) have decided to launch their own online poker room.

Posted on: July 14, 2014 | | Steve Ruddock

Foxwoods Poker Room in Rough Shape Lately

Why Brick and Mortar Poker Needs Online Poker

This week I paid a visit to my old stomping grounds, Foxwoods Resort and Casino, with the intention to play some live poker. What I concluded may shock you.

Posted on: July 3, 2014 | | Steve Ruddock