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The popularity of poker at the turn of the 21st century was tied to several factors. It was at this time that poker tournaments began to be regularly televised, partly as a result of the development of the hole-card camera, a device that allowed the television audience to see a player’s hidden cards. This period also saw both the introduction and the expansion of online poker—as well as the rise of amateur player Chris Moneymaker, whose victory in the 2003 World Series of Poker (WSOP) attracted legions of other amateurs to the sport. The WSOP stands above all others in

The United States has long been synonymous with the glitz, glamor, and allure of casinos. From the iconic Las Vegas Strip to the bustling boardwalks of Atlantic City, the country has a rich history when it comes to the world of gambling and entertainment.

Below is my column in Sunday's Los Angeles Times. I recently testified on this issue in three separate hearings before Congress (here and here and here). Last week, President Obama proceeded to add yet another suspension order to the health care law. It is part of a broader array of such unilateral actions that raise…

While it's unclear what, if anything the US DOJ can do to help gambling states capture more capital, regulators in 7 states have asked Washington DC to step in

The Game Day Casino looks at six milestones in the evolution of online casinos.