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Online Poker Legalization: USA and Russia Move Towards Regulation
NewsDecember 9, 2010·1 min read

Online Poker Legalization: USA and Russia Move Towards Regulation


The legalization of online poker in the USA has been a hot topic, especially after Daniel Negreanu and Phil Ivey were invited to a celebratory event following Barack Obama's inauguration. This event sparked optimism about the imminent legalization of online poker in the country.

Senator Harry Reid introduced a new bill to regulate online poker in Nevada. The bill aims to position Las Vegas casinos at the forefront of any federal online gambling projects. The proposed legislation includes a 15-month grace period for major sites to comply with licensing requirements, ensuring that they can operate legally within the new framework.

In Russia, proposed amendments to gambling laws are also making headlines. One amendment aims to define 'gaming machine' more clearly to prevent illegal gambling activities. Another amendment proposes fines for participating in unauthorized online gambling, targeting both adults and minors who engage in such activities.

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