Maine Legalizes Online Poker, Joins 8 Other States

Maine Legalizes Online Poker, Joins 8 Other States

Maine approved online gambling, joining seven other states with legal internet casinos and eight with poker offerings. Maine’s tribes will control four operator partnerships under an 18% revenue tax structure, with Caesars and DraftKings positioned as likely partners. Without access to multi-state player pools, Maine’s poker market faces challenges due to its small population and … Read more

Ontario Court Ruling Opens Door to Global Poker

Ontario Court Ruling Opens Door to Global Poker

Ontario’s Court of Appeal ruled that the province can legally let poker players compete against international opponents, potentially ending three years of isolation at provincial tables. The decision could revive Ontario’s struggling poker market, which currently makes up just 2% of the province’s online gaming revenue as players seek bigger games elsewhere. TORONTO — Ontario’s … Read more