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Stars Group News
PokerStars MicroMillions crowns second-time Christmas winner
15 Dec 2016
Celebrating the anniversary of his first big poker win, Stian 'SlemPastor' Hansen beat over 42,000 players to win $70,310 in the MicroMillions Marathon Main Event.
PokerStars NJ to give away thousands in cash
1 Dec 2016
With the start of the Christmas festival, players can grab cash bonuses and play in freerolls every Sunday in December.
Prague to host biggest European Poker Tour ever
1 Dec 2016
The 12-day Prague poker event will feature a record 100 tournaments and other activities from 8-19 December 2016.
PokerStars wins Poker Operator of the Year at EGR Awards
29 Nov 2016
Amaya and its brands won five significant awards at this year's EGR Operator Awards.
Amaya Inc releases statement regarding today's media reports
23 Nov 2016
The company says that it is carefully assessing David Baazov's proposal and has no further comment at this time.
PokerStars combines poker, casino and slots with Casino Rush
22 Nov 2016
The free-to-play mobile gaming app is now available on app stores across the world, combining the best of poker, casino and slots for a fast-paced and enjoyable experience.
PokerStars Casino begins TV ad campaign
21 Nov 2016
The casino's first-ever television advertisement, which will play across U.K. digital stations, features high-quality graphics and reflects the casino's look and feel.
Over $5 million to be won in PokerStars Christmas Festival
21 Nov 2016
PokerStars has launched a six-week extravaganza that includes a $1 million freeroll and a Monday Million tournament with a guaranteed $2 million prize pool.
São Paulo prepares to host BSOP seventh edition
21 Nov 2016
The Brazilian Series of Poker will kick off on 22 November at the Sheraton WTC in São Paulo with a guaranteed prize pool of R$5 million.
APCW Perspectives: Trouble down under
21 Nov 2016
Some online gambling news breaks out of Australia, where its own version of UIGEA is taking shape. Additional stories include New Jersey's last attempt to change the sports betting laws in America, and some news from former Amaya CEO David Baazov.
'Beat the Clock' with PokerStars
15 Nov 2016
New Beat the Clock tournaments, which last only five minutes and make for an exciting, fast-paced experience, are now available at the online poker site.
Amaya receives cash offer from former CEO to acquire company
14 Nov 2016
David Baazov's offer of acquiring the company at CA$24 per common share, in addition to a US$200 million deposit is being considered by the Board of Directors.
PokerStars Festival New Jersey offers fun for a good cause
10 Nov 2016
Casino City's Clare Fitzgerald checked in on the action at the company's first live U.S. event since 2011 and took a peek at the Chad Brown Memorial Tournament, which raised funds for the T.J. Martell Foundation and hosted guests such as Daniel Negreanu.
Turn $10 into a PokerStars Championship package
7 Nov 2016
Until 4 December, players can participate in a series of Spin & Go tournaments in order to win a package worth over $10,000, including a buy-in to the $5,000 PokerStars Championship Bahamas Main Event.
NJCOOP pays out over $1.4 million
2 Nov 2016
Thanks to the over 1,000 players who took part, the PokerStars New Jersey Championship of Online Poker completed its first series by awarding a record-breaking $1,405,276.
PokerStars sponsors Chad Brown Memorial Charity Tournament
26 Oct 2016
At a debut poker festival in New Jersey on 3 November, the PokerStars-sponsored event will be hosted by Daniel Negreanu, with proceeds going to cancer research.
APCW Perspectives: A world of merger news
24 Oct 2016
The proposed partnership between William Hill and Amaya Gaming wasn't the only merger making headlines this week. There's also been movement in a Ladbrokes deal with Gala Coral, and a big deal just closed in Australia. Also, some industry news from the state of Pennsylvania.
William Hill, Amaya abandon merger talks
18 Oct 2016
At the behest of investors, William Hill and Amaya have decided to walk away from a deal that would have resulted in one of the biggest online gambling businesses.
APCW Perspectives: Gambling news from New York, Canada and the U.K.
17 Oct 2016
Rumors flew this past week over a possible merger between William Hill and Amaya Gaming. In addition, there have been legal developments concerning fantasy sports in New York state, and an update on a story from last week.
WCOOP pays out record-breaking $73 million
10 Oct 2016
The World Championship of Online Poker, played from 4-27 September, completed another record-smashing year with a guaranteed $73,718,745 prize pool across 82 events.
Red Queen Casino introduces new slots
10 Oct 2016
A host of new online slots from providers such as Amaya, Nektan and Leander Games have been added to the casino's offering.
European Poker Tour returns with Malta event schedule
6 Oct 2016
The tour, sponsored by PokerStars, will be held from 18 to 29 October in Malta, with an 84-event lineup that includes satellite options.
PokerStars Festival to debut in New Jersey
3 Oct 2016
Running from 29 October until 6 November in Atlantic City, the event will feature new formats, professional players and daily jackpot prizes.
PokerStars sponsors Global Poker League
30 Sep 2016
The GPL will begin on 4 October with accompanying livestreams every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday on PokerStars TV.
BetStars increases U.S. sports selection
28 Sep 2016
The sports betting provider has upgraded its sports offering to include 348 new American Football betting markets.
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