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Poker World Buzz: Charges Dropped, New Casinos, and Reality TV
CasinoDecember 3, 2015·1 min read

Poker World Buzz: Charges Dropped, New Casinos, and Reality TV


Valery Koky's legal troubles have come to an end. All charges against him have been dropped, and he is free to collect his winnings from the tournament. The investigation, conducted jointly by the World Series of Poker and the Nevada Gaming Commission, has been concluded.

The Tigre de Cristal casino opened its doors on November 11, 2015, in the Primorye gaming zone. The casino, located 12 kilometers from Vladivostok International Airport, features 498 modern slot machines, 42 classic game tables, and 25 VIP tables. The complex also offers 121 hotel rooms, including luxury and standard options, as well as spa and fitness centers, bars, and two restaurants serving Pan-Asian and European cuisines.

Christian Lusardi's legal issues have been resolved. He was sentenced to five years in prison and fined $473,000 for bringing fake chips to a tournament and attempting to flush them down the toilet. The incident occurred during a tournament in Atlantic City.

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