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Saturday, June 13, 2026
New Zealand Online Poker Guide: Currently Available Sites and Future Prospects
Pokerfuse releases New Zealand online poker guide, introducing currently available sites for players and future regulatory changes and industry developments.
Stones Cheating Scandal Whistleblower Veronica Brill Releases Series of Allegations
Veronica Brill, the whistleblower in the Stones Live poker cheating scandal, recently released a series of videos detailing allegations of systemic cheating in the game. The series has reignited concerns about integrity in the poker community.
Chinese Player Ren Lin Disqualified from Live Poker Tournament for Assisting Others at Online Final Table
Well-known Chinese poker player Ren Lin was disqualified from a live poker tournament for assisting other players during the final table of an online event. Tournament organizers determined that this action violated fair play rules.
WSOP Europe 2026 moves to Prague, new dates cause player dissatisfaction
According to media reports, WSOP Europe 2026 will be held in Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic, while the originally scheduled dates have been adjusted. This change has caused dissatisfaction among some players, mainly because the new dates may conflict with other major events, making travel arrangements difficult.
PokerStars to Kick Off 2026 Live Season in Campione
According to Card Player, PokerStars has announced that the first stop of its 2026 live tournament schedule will be the PokerStars Open in Campione, Italy, continuing its tradition of European poker series.
Colorado 2026 Online Poker Latest Regulations - Card Player
Card Player releases a report detailing the progress of Colorado's 2026 online poker regulations. Currently, the state only allows online sports betting, poker remains in a gray area, but new proposals are expected to bring poker under regulation.
Poker Player Chris Skinner Banned for Chip Smuggling Cheating
According to Casino.org, poker player Chris Skinner has been banned by the relevant tournament organization after admitting to chip smuggling cheating in competitions. The incident has raised concerns about the integrity of poker, and the specific length of the ban has not yet been announced.
Chris Skinner Steps Down as Southern Poker Tour Ambassador Amid Cheating Scandal
Recently, well-known poker player Chris Skinner announced his resignation as brand ambassador for the Southern Poker Tour due to involvement in a cheating scandal. Skinner had previously been the spokesperson for the tour. As of now, relevant parties have not issued further statements on the matter.
Southern Poker Tour Cuts Ties with Chris Skinner Over Cheating Scandal
The Southern Poker Tour has announced the severance of all ties with well-known player Chris Skinner following his involvement in a cheating scandal. The decision highlights the poker community's zero-tolerance stance on cheating.