The Michigan native was arrested in February after allegedly running a major loan fraud scheme Federal prosecutors have requested more time to build a fraud case against Michigan poker player George Janssen, who was accused by the FBI last month of running a multi-million dollar auto loan scheme. The US Department of Justice (DOJ) filed
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Michigan Is Now Considering Creating a Cryptocurrency Reserve
The list of states showing support for cryptocurrencies continues to grow Michigan lawmakers are considering the creation of a cryptocurrency reserve, joining a growing number of states exploring digital asset investments. A new bill, introduced by Representatives Bryan Posthumus and Ron Robinson, seeks to amend the state’s Management and Budget Act to allow the state
Michigan Lawmakers Eye Increased iGaming, Sports Betting Taxes
Two state senators want to increase the taxes betting and iGaming operators pay Michigan lawmakers are considering measures to raise tax rates on internet gaming and sports betting, aiming to increase state revenue from the rapidly growing gaming industry. Two proposed bills, introduced by Democratic state Senators Sam Singh and Jeremy Moss, outline these changes.
BetMGM Completes Poker Player Pool Merger in Michigan and New Jersey
The move continues the push for more online poker across the US BetMGM Poker has officially merged its Michigan and New Jersey player pools, marking a significant milestone for online poker players in both states. This merger allows players from BetMGM Poker MI, BetMGM Poker NJ, and its New Jersey partner sites, PartyPoker and Borgata
WSOP Online Responds to ‘Critical’ RTA Concerns
The response comes following accusations a Michigan WSOP Online winner cheated WSOP Online recently responded to different concerns about real-time assistance (RTA) in its games following accusations against Michigan poker pro Kevin “GR4ND_THEFT” Ruscitti. RTA, a form of gameplay assistance using software like solvers, is controversial in online poker, as it gives players an unfair
Nick Murray Wins the MSPT Michigan State Poker Championship Main Event
The prize pool surpassed $2.7 million and crushed the $1 million guarantee Nick Murray claimed the title at the 2024 Mid-States Poker Tour (MSPT) Michigan State Poker Championship Main Event, hosted at FireKeepers Casino Hotel. Held from October 10-13, the event drew an impressive 2,819 entries, creating a prize pool of over $2.7 million—more than
Michigan Poker Player Jason Kapoor Passes Away at 29
The player was a grinder on the local circuit Jason “Clozer” Kapoor, a well-known figure in the Michigan poker scene and the wider Midwest poker circuit, has passed away at 29. He reportedly took his own life, leaving behind a community of players and friends who admired him both for his talent at the table
Detroit’s MotorCity Casino plans on shutting down its poker room
While many casinos are expanding their poker action, MotorCity’s going the opposite way Michigan’s poker scene is about to lose a major player. MotorCity Casino in Detroit has announced the closure of its poker room, scheduled for August 5, 2024, at 6:00 AM. While the official reason for the closure remains undisclosed, the move comes
Mid-States Poker Tour at FireKeepers Casino ends with four winners
$2.6 million was up for grabs in the $1,110 No-Limit Hold’em event A Michigan player is celebrating his win at the Mid-States Poker Tour’s four-day event held at Firekeepers Casino in Battle Creek. After agreeing to a deal with the other three remaining finalists, Kevin Oswald of Croswell took the championship at the $1,110 No-Limit Hold’em tournament that ran from May 16
Michigan could launch poker player pooling on Wednesday
The WSOP is reportedly about to introduce player pooling with Nevada and New Jersey The online poker landscape in Michigan could be poised for a significant evolution. The World Series of Poker (WSOP) is reportedly about to launch player pooling with other states. This development, which could happen as early as Wednesday, is expected to revolutionize the gaming experience.
WSOP reportedly set to add Michigan poker players in shared liquidity plan
The WSOP hasn’t yet confirmed the rumors, but all signs point to yes Recent reports indicate that poker players from Michigan will soon join fellow players from Nevada and New Jersey on the WSOP.com platform in a shared liquidity deal to bring all three states together, creating a larger player pool. New Jersey and Nevada players currently share the
Ari Engel shows off poker skills again, picks up 17th WSOPC ring
Engel keeps his record alive and adds another gold ring to his collection The competition continues to be challenging at the top of the World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) all-time wins leaderboard and the gold ring race over the past several days. Ari Engel improved his lead after taking his 17th gold ring in