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Supermodel Launches Online Poker Room - 01-17-06
Published: 2006-01-17
 January 17 - Online poker and supermodels have become synonymous. Cindy Margolis is the latest model in on the act and has launched her own official poker room. Cindy's Poker Room claim they will thrill the poker world...
Developed in partnership with Mercury Sports N.V. and powered by leading edge software from Full House Entertainment, Cindy's Poker Room promises an extensive range of thrilling poker-based games to suit all abilities and tastes, including Texas Hold 'Em, Omaha Hi/Lo and 7 Card Stud.
"Ever since my husband started playing home games with his buddies, I have been hooked" explained Ms Margolis. "Poker is so hot today, plus it?s a great way to make a little extra cash - and meet new friends!"
Players can bet for fun or for real; take part in tournaments or ring games; raise the stakes with no presets - or play safe with fixed limit bets.
And with advanced encryption protection, anti-collusion software and 24/7 live assistance, everyone - from the absolute beginner to the experienced professional - can enjoy their favourite game with peace of mind, knowing they are playing in a totally secure and safe online environment.
Ms Margolis said: "The addition of the Cindy Margolis name will, I hope, instil a greater sense of trust. This is a young and dynamic industry that?s growing very quickly; and one which, in many ways, is reminiscent of the pioneering days of old, wild west."
Total customer satisfaction is, of course, at the very top of Cindy's agenda. To mark the launch, she is offering a trip for two to Los Angeles to join her and her celebrity friends at a special VIP celebration.
Customers will also be able to take part in various satellite tournaments for the chance to win free passes to the ultimate online gaming tournament on cindyspoker.com in early February. Also as an added Bonus, newcomers to her poker room can look forward to a special welcome in the form of a 50% Welcome Deposit Bonus (worth up to $200) plus a free Tournament pass guaranteeing a fast-track, head start to online gaming enjoyment with cindyspoker.com.
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Online Poker Regulation On The Way?
Published: 2006-01-18
 Paul Sandells
The UK government are to host talks on the future regulation of online poker and gambling. The Department for Culture, Media and Sport will invite representatives from around the world to the talks.
The talks are aimed at stamping out, what the department describes as, an "underbelly" of unregulated websites. Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport Tessa Jowell had strong words to say about the issue: "it's a global problem, and we need a global solution."
department spokesperson Anthony Wright, expanded further: "The reason we want to host these talks is because we think this is a booming industry, but proper protection for children and vulnerable people and proper rules are simply not in place across the whole of the industry. Our approach is quite different compared to other countries around the world, for example the US, but it's a way of getting politicians round the table."
Online gambling is estimated to be worth $12 Billion USD every year, according to news agency, Reuters. The growth has stunned many and prompted others to point to Internet "bubbles" of the past.
Many online poker rooms have recently listed on the UK stock exchange. Amidst a mixed reception, the likes of Party Poker and Paradise Poker have found the waters a little rocky as PLCs. How any government regulation will affect these poker rooms, and others, can only be speculated at.
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