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**boost** · 05-23-2011 11:35 PM

Originally Posted by philly and the phanatics

fuuuuuuuuuuuuuu....i just started playing again this week and was hella into it....is it even worth continuing on merge

everybody sensible has said that depositing/playing on the smaller networks is futile...

**daven** · 05-23-2011 11:49 PM

today was the first time that i have ever had a withdrawal request from FTP not approved within 5 minutes. Make of that what you will, it makes me a little nervous... I'm sure it's just a glitch, I will post when the approval has been approved.

as for money on other sites if you are a US player - before depositing material amounts of money you should ask yourself how exactly do you expect these sites to be able to transfer money to and from the US market in future (for context, look at what is happening to various e-wallet solutions such as UMW).

**BooG690** · 05-24-2011 12:13 AM

Originally Posted by Shotglass

Don't know. I doubt that Rizen would even answer honestly if asked in the Lock Poker thread.

FYP

**philly and the phanatics** · 05-24-2011 12:22 AM

Originally Posted by boost

everybody sensible has said that depositing/playing on the smaller networks is futile...

damn it, when did boog and trip stop being sensible

**lolzzz_321** · 05-24-2011 12:29 AM

confirmed "not a thinking person" (I withdrew from merge today)

**Shotglass** · 05-24-2011 12:56 AM

Originally Posted by Shotglass
Don't know. I doubt that Rizen would even answer honestly if asked in the Lock Poker thread.

Originally Posted by BooG690

FYP

Good point BooG

**BooG690** · 05-24-2011 01:04 AM

Originally Posted by philly and the phanatics

damn it, when did boog and trip stop being sensible

I was never sensible.

I followed Trips' lead.

**BooG690** · 05-24-2011 03:07 AM

True Poker is gonna continue supporting American players. Awesome. I'd love to see if they successfully cash players out.

**ChezJ** · 05-24-2011 04:45 AM

Originally Posted by Shotglass

Is this the deathblow for online poker in America, or at least until Ceasar's and Harra's get their way?

FYI Caesars is Harrahs.
http://phx.corporate-ir.net/External...xUeXBlPTM=&t=1

**bigspenda73** · 05-24-2011 04:55 AM

Originally Posted by BooG690

True Poker is gonna continue supporting American players. Awesome. I'd love to see if they successfully cash players out.

or

True Poker is going to continue to grab American player's rake until they get shut the f down.

**BooG690** · 05-24-2011 04:59 AM

Originally Posted by bigspenda73

or

True Poker is going to continue to grab American player's rake until they get shut the f down.

Well, that's the most likely thing (almost 99.99% this will happen). But I can dream, can't I?

**Jack Sawyer** · 05-24-2011 12:30 PM

True Poker?

In April, three of the largest web poker sites – PokerStars, Full Tilt Poker and Absolute Poker – had their domains seized and 11 people connected to the gambling outfits were charged with bank fraud, money laundering and illegal gambling offenses.
A month later and US authorities are busy again, with a federal grand jury returning a pair of indictments charging two gambling businesses and three defendants with operating an illegal gambling business and money laundering.
The indictments and seizures were announced by United States Attorney for the District of Maryland. Eleven bank accounts located in North Carolina, Guam, Panama, Malta, Portugal and The Netherlands were seized along with the domain names of the following Internet gambling sites:
Bookmaker.com
2Betsdi.com
Funtimebingo.com
Goldenarchcasino.com
Truepoker.com
Betmaker.com
Betgrandesports.com
Doylesroom.com
Betehorse.com
Beted.com.
“It is illegal for internet gambling enterprises to do business in Maryland, regardless of where the website operator is located,” said U.S. Attorney Rod J. Rosenstein.
“We cannot allow foreign website operators to flout the law simply because their headquarters are based outside the country.”

The highlighted quote is the cue some country with balls needed to say "hey, self-aggrandizing prick, go fuck yourself". But that is probably ain'tevergonnahappen.com

**daven** · 05-24-2011 08:27 PM

Originally Posted by daven

today was the first time that i have ever had a withdrawal request from FTP not approved within 5 minutes. Make of that what you will, it makes me a little nervous... I'm sure it's just a glitch, I will post when the approval has been approved.

all good after all - and approval on today's withdrawal was instant.

**bikes** · 05-24-2011 11:14 PM

mine have always been instant on stars and tilt

**BooG690** · 05-25-2011 04:06 AM

A speck of good news concerning online poker legislation: Online Poker Federal Legislation is Drawn Up

This comes only days after Harry Reid drew up legislation for Nevada. It seems the government is working faster than we would have thought. I'm sure Harrah's has everything to do with this...and I don't care. GOGOGO corporate-run government!

**chatzilla** · 05-25-2011 08:09 AM

Anymore info on this boog? links ect?

**kiwiMark** · 05-25-2011 08:14 AM

ha ha boog's news articles don't provide a satisfactory amount of information

also I laff'd at

he said “Poker is a game of skill,” and challenged any naysayers to play with their own money against 2004 World Series of Poker champion Greg Raymer.

**bode** · 05-25-2011 01:41 PM

atleast raymer is decent. he could have said jerry yang.

**Sasquach991** · 05-25-2011 02:29 PM

Got this email yesterday from Bodog (also posted in Online Forums)

Look like Bodog is in the crosshairs.

"As of today, Tuesday, May 24th, you will find Bodog at its new home: www.bodog.eu.

You will find that all of your account information and any funds have automatically been transferred, and your account number (xxxxx) remains the same. The website as well as all of our services remain the same too.

Why the move? The www.bodog.eu address gives our brand a more permanent home as we continue to expand into new markets. We also anticipate the industry will be subject to ongoing fluctuating market conditions and we want to ensure we are prepared to manage them without any interruption to your play"

**philly and the phanatics** · 05-25-2011 05:24 PM

**bigspenda73** · 05-25-2011 05:46 PM

to me it's just precautionary in case the US Gov't begins grabbing .com domains again

**BooG690** · 05-25-2011 10:07 PM

lockpoker.com auto redirects to lockpoker.eu now

Also, here's part of Rep. John Campbell's mini-speech yesterday: Videos Posted by Poker Players Alliance: May 25, 2011 3:07pm | Facebook

I didn't think anything was really coming of this hearing. I kinda regret not going now.

**kiwiMark** · 05-26-2011 05:34 AM

I don't understand why the world doesn't view us in a positive light

Originally Posted by facebook

Joe A Barney: Hopefully we don't have to wait 14yrs like the drunks had to for prohibition.

**Shotglass** · 05-26-2011 05:07 PM

Originally Posted by BooG690

A speck of good news concerning online poker legislation: Online Poker Federal Legislation is Drawn Up

This comes only days after Harry Reid drew up legislation for Nevada. It seems the government is working faster than we would have thought. I'm sure Harrah's has everything to do with this...and I don't care. GOGOGO corporate-run government!

Here's the full text of HR 1174 "A BILL to amend title 31, US code, to provide for licensing of Internet gambling activities..." for anyone that's interested.

I haven't had a chance to review it yet, but I'll throw in my $0.02 after I do.

Edit: I don't know if anyone else has read this thing yet. I'm about half way done with it and I don't like what I'm reading. I'll post some comments as a new thread in "Online Poker" when I finsih, probably Saturday.

**Keith** · 05-28-2011 05:42 PM

Full Tilt’s Bank Unfrozen, Cash Outs Closer | PokerTableRatings.com Blog

**kiwiMark** · 05-28-2011 06:18 PM

Originally Posted by Keith

First Full Tilt Account Unfrozen by DOJ « Poker Blogs

FYP

**BooG690** · 05-28-2011 06:24 PM

Im surprised FTR forum doesn't already do that.

**daven** · 05-30-2011 06:56 AM

stupid aussies want to be like the USA
FBI, Aussie police target poker websites | Stuff.co.nz

**rpm** · 05-30-2011 07:55 AM

^^ story of australia's life.

edit: or, at least its more recent life

**Shotglass** · 05-31-2011 12:12 AM

Anybody using MyPaylinq?

I haven't used it in quite a while but I just got this today:

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**philly and the phanatics** · 05-31-2011 12:36 AM

god every time i see this thread bumped i cringe and hope for the best

**fjuanl** · 05-31-2011 01:42 AM

FTP update 5/30:

- apologize for lack of communication
- still no timeline for withdrawals
- reassuring everyone that they will eventually get their $

aka nothing has changed

**baudib** · 05-31-2011 02:39 AM

Selling for .80

**daven** · 05-31-2011 06:40 AM

Originally Posted by fjuanl

FTP update 5/30:

- apologize for lack of communication
- still no timeline for withdrawals
- reassuring everyone that they will eventually get their $

aka nothing has changed

full text below for the blind

Originally Posted by ftpdoug

To our customers:

We acknowledge that our lack of communication reflects poorly on us, and rightfully so. We have been too optimistic in estimating how long it would take to sort through the issues we have faced since Black Friday. And as frustrating as the delays have been for us, we recognize that it cannot compare to the frustration you have been feeling.

We further recognize that our lack of communication has led to much speculation and many unsubstantiated rumors, which have often been contradictory. With this message, we hope to clear up as much confusion as we can, while at the same time keeping in mind the constraints imposed on us as a result of the cases brought in the Southern District of New York.

The most pressing questions:

1. When will the US players be paid?

We still do not have a specific timeframe for this. There has been, and remains, no bigger priority than getting US players paid as soon as possible, and we have been working around the clock to get this done.

2. Is FTP bankrupt?

No. FTP's worldwide business is healthy and, although we've had some short-term challenges, it is operating as normal.

From: http://www.gamblingcontrol.org/userf...2020110516.pdf

"The AGCC’s investigation into the affairs of it licensee Vantage Limited, trading as Full Tilt.com, is ongoing; initial investigations indicate no reason to believe that player fund transactions are fundamentally threatened by any consequence of the US authorities' actions. Delays caused by these actions are in the process of resolution, with normal service now being restored for non-US players. We understand that progress in respect of US player fund repatriation is anticipated and will be the subject of a separate statement from Full Tilt in due course. The Commission will remain engaged in this process."

3. What is the company doing to speed up payouts to the US players?

We are raising capital to ensure that the US players are paid out in full as quickly as possible.

It is important to remember that Full Tilt Poker has always paid out our players, even in the face of previous legal obstacles or factors not in our control, such as payment processor defaults and prior actions by the US government which resulted in US player funds being seized.

In all of these previous instances, Full Tilt Poker has covered these losses and intends to do the same again.

4. Why are the Full Tilt Pros remaining silent?

It is not their choice. But they are constrained by the pending legal actions.

As a final note, we understand -- and have always understood -- the effect that our brief statements have had not only on our customers, but also on our reputation. It has not been easy to stay silent and watch the damage being done to our company brand and personal reputations, but we need to be mindful of the complicated and serious legal issues raised in the pending cases.

as an aside, withdrawals for non-US players are turning up in bank accounts - so they at least have some liquidity.

**StarGrinder** · 05-31-2011 01:02 PM

QuickTender/UMW went under, website is down, all accounts suspended... or at least that's what the email said. Regardless, I'm out $300. Good christ this is fucking retarded. And the US rooms that are left are so bad in so many ways. I miss Stars like an ex girlfriend that gave good blowies.

**dneureiter** · 05-31-2011 01:18 PM

Originally Posted by baudib

Selling for .80

I tried to send you a pm incase you were actually serious about this but your inbox is full. Can U.S. players xfer on ftp?

**Donachello** · 05-31-2011 02:11 PM

I'll sell 1500 for .80

**bikes** · 05-31-2011 02:17 PM

us players cannot transfer

**dneureiter** · 05-31-2011 03:57 PM

Originally Posted by bikes

us players cannot transfer

kinda figures. Ftp is really raping u.s. players then because they know if transfers were available the money would get xfered out of u.s. and u.s. players could get their money. I'm assuming they dont want those funds to be cashed out right now due to liquidity issues . . .

Stars is #1 for sure . .

**Shotglass** · 05-31-2011 04:00 PM

Originally Posted by daven

Originally Posted by ftpdoug
3. What is the company doing to speed up payouts to the US players?

We are raising capital to ensure that the US players are paid out in full as quickly as possible.

It is important to remember that Full Tilt Poker has always paid out our players, even in the face of previous legal obstacles or factors not in our control, such as payment processor defaults and prior actions by the US government which resulted in US player funds being seized.

In all of these previous instances, Full Tilt Poker has covered these losses and intends to do the same again.

This is bad in sooo many ways.

Originally Posted by dneureiter

kinda figures. Ftp is really raping u.s. players then because they know if transfers were available the money would get xfered out of u.s. and u.s. players could get their money. I'm assuming they dont want those funds to be cashed out right now due to liquidity issues . . .

Stars is #1 for sure . .

To my knowledge Stars does not allow xfers either, just cashouts

**fjuanl** · 06-01-2011 04:18 AM

BREAKING: Phil Ivey Issues Statement, Not Playing WSOP, Suing Tiltware â€” Wicked Chops Poker

**baudib** · 06-01-2011 08:10 AM

selling .10/1.00

**lolzzz_321** · 06-01-2011 08:35 AM

If I draft a contract and pay you .10/100 will you give me the rights to your FTP monies?

**baudib** · 06-01-2011 08:38 AM

I'm just kidding, at this point I couldn't in good conscience hand over the FT "money" to anyone.

Who's listening to the Quadjacks broadcast right now? Holy shit, this is scary stuff.

**nitcracker** · 06-01-2011 08:40 AM

should I cash out of bodog while i still can?

**Shotglass** · 06-01-2011 12:39 PM

Originally Posted by baudib

Who's listening to the Quadjacks broadcast right now? Holy shit, this is scary stuff.

How about a recap for those of us that missed the broadcast.

**givememyleg** · 06-01-2011 02:14 PM

**baudib** · 06-01-2011 05:36 PM

Brazilian players haven't been able to get money out for about a month

Nick Rainey came on and had several outrageous/damning claims about FTP:
1. He admits to ghosting someone to a $300K bink and that FTP shut the account down when it had no way of knowing it was him playing on it. The fact that this wasn't publicized and that money was possibly not given back to the players but instead personally confiscated by Ray Bitar is offered as proof money evaporating on FT. This is admittedly the more conflicted part of his interview.

2. Apparently well-known in the HSNL community, Patrik Antonius had up to 40 accounts before he became a FT pro.

3. Full Tilt sold 100% rakeback accounts for up to $50,000.

4. As has been documented in the Clonie Gowen case, Rainey says much of the business done by Full Tilt was done without documentation; "handshake" deals that were later forgotten when it became convenient.

5. Ray Bitar spent player funds on advertising for the 2010 WSOP.

6. David Benyamine owed FT millions; a low-level rogue employee was apparently able to funnel him several million that he lost in nosebleeds.

7. NoahSD of 2+2 and subjectpoker.com came on to tell Rainey to "STFU cheater," Rainey called him a 3-foot nerd with 20K 2+2 posts who's never been laid.

8. Noah argued with QJ guy over whether or not Doyle was tipped off about DoJ raid. Conjecture followed that there was a $6 million debt owed to Cake that went toward for Doyle's live poker bankroll.

**StarGrinder** · 06-01-2011 08:48 PM

^^^ wow what a fucking mess.

**boost** · 06-01-2011 09:59 PM

the 100% rb for 50k seems insane... that seems like a pretty inexpensive mint..

05-23-2011 11:35 PM #701
boost View Profile View Forum Posts Private Message Join Date Mar 2005 Posts 8,936 Location Chicago	Originally Posted by philly and the phanatics fuuuuuuuuuuuuuu....i just started playing again this week and was hella into it....is it even worth continuing on merge everybody sensible has said that depositing/playing on the smaller networks is futile...

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05-23-2011 11:49 PM #702
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05-24-2011 12:13 AM #703
BooG690 View Profile View Forum Posts Private Message Join Date Mar 2009 Posts 4,185	Originally Posted by Shotglass Don't know. I doubt that Rizen would even answer honestly if asked in the Lock Poker thread. FYP
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05-24-2011 12:22 AM #704
philly and the phanatics View Profile View Forum Posts Private Message Join Date Dec 2006 Posts 2,492	Originally Posted by boost everybody sensible has said that depositing/playing on the smaller networks is futile... damn it, when did boog and trip stop being sensible

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Shotglass View Profile View Forum Posts Private Message Join Date Dec 2010 Posts 1,745 Location feelin' allright	Originally Posted by Shotglass Don't know. I doubt that Rizen would even answer honestly if asked in the Lock Poker thread. Originally Posted by BooG690 FYP Good point BooG

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05-24-2011 04:45 AM #709
ChezJ View Profile View Forum Posts Private Message Join Date Oct 2004 Posts 1,291 Location Washington, D.C.	Originally Posted by Shotglass Is this the deathblow for online poker in America, or at least until Ceasar's and Harra's get their way? FYI Caesars is Harrahs. http://phx.corporate-ir.net/External...xUeXBlPTM=&t=1

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bigspenda73 View Profile View Forum Posts Private Message Join Date Jul 2006 Posts 13,434 Location Pwnsylvania	Originally Posted by BooG690 True Poker is gonna continue supporting American players. Awesome. I'd love to see if they successfully cash players out. or True Poker is going to continue to grab American player's rake until they get shut the f down.

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05-24-2011 04:59 AM #711
BooG690 View Profile View Forum Posts Private Message Join Date Mar 2009 Posts 4,185	Originally Posted by bigspenda73 or True Poker is going to continue to grab American player's rake until they get shut the f down. Well, that's the most likely thing (almost 99.99% this will happen). But I can dream, can't I?
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daven View Profile View Forum Posts Private Message trolling freetrollers Join Date Aug 2007 Posts 7,091 Location soaking up ethanol, moving on up	Originally Posted by daven today was the first time that i have ever had a withdrawal request from FTP not approved within 5 minutes. Make of that what you will, it makes me a little nervous... I'm sure it's just a glitch, I will post when the approval has been approved. all good after all - and approval on today's withdrawal was instant.
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BooG690 View Profile View Forum Posts Private Message Join Date Mar 2009 Posts 4,185	A speck of good news concerning online poker legislation: Online Poker Federal Legislation is Drawn Up This comes only days after Harry Reid drew up legislation for Nevada. It seems the government is working faster than we would have thought. I'm sure Harrah's has everything to do with this...and I don't care. GOGOGO corporate-run government!
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05-25-2011 08:09 AM #716
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05-25-2011 01:41 PM #718
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05-25-2011 02:29 PM #719
Sasquach991 View Profile View Forum Posts Private Message Join Date Sep 2008 Posts 1,251 Location Rat Cheer	Got this email yesterday from Bodog (also posted in Online Forums) Look like Bodog is in the crosshairs. "As of today, Tuesday, May 24th, you will find Bodog at its new home: www.bodog.eu. You will find that all of your account information and any funds have automatically been transferred, and your account number (xxxxx) remains the same. The website as well as all of our services remain the same too. Why the move? The www.bodog.eu address gives our brand a more permanent home as we continue to expand into new markets. We also anticipate the industry will be subject to ongoing fluctuating market conditions and we want to ensure we are prepared to manage them without any interruption to your play"
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bigspenda73 View Profile View Forum Posts Private Message Join Date Jul 2006 Posts 13,434 Location Pwnsylvania	to me it's just precautionary in case the US Gov't begins grabbing .com domains again

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05-25-2011 10:07 PM #722
BooG690 View Profile View Forum Posts Private Message Join Date Mar 2009 Posts 4,185	lockpoker.com auto redirects to lockpoker.eu now Also, here's part of Rep. John Campbell's mini-speech yesterday: Videos Posted by Poker Players Alliance: May 25, 2011 3:07pm \| Facebook I didn't think anything was really coming of this hearing. I kinda regret not going now.
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Shotglass View Profile View Forum Posts Private Message Join Date Dec 2010 Posts 1,745 Location feelin' allright	Originally Posted by BooG690 A speck of good news concerning online poker legislation: Online Poker Federal Legislation is Drawn Up This comes only days after Harry Reid drew up legislation for Nevada. It seems the government is working faster than we would have thought. I'm sure Harrah's has everything to do with this...and I don't care. GOGOGO corporate-run government! Here's the full text of HR 1174 "A BILL to amend title 31, US code, to provide for licensing of Internet gambling activities..." for anyone that's interested. I haven't had a chance to review it yet, but I'll throw in my $0.02 after I do. Edit: I don't know if anyone else has read this thing yet. I'm about half way done with it and I don't like what I'm reading. I'll post some comments as a new thread in "Online Poker" when I finsih, probably Saturday.
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05-28-2011 05:42 PM #725
Keith View Profile View Forum Posts Private Message Join Date Nov 2008 Posts 2,747	Full Tilt’s Bank Unfrozen, Cash Outs Closer \| PokerTableRatings.com Blog

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05-28-2011 06:18 PM #726
kiwiMark View Profile View Forum Posts Private Message Join Date Jul 2009 Posts 3,269 Location Nu Zuland bru	Originally Posted by Keith First Full Tilt Account Unfrozen by DOJ « Poker Blogs FYP

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05-28-2011 06:24 PM #727
BooG690 View Profile View Forum Posts Private Message Join Date Mar 2009 Posts 4,185	Im surprised FTR forum doesn't already do that.
	That's how winners play; we convince the other guy he's making all the right moves.
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05-30-2011 06:56 AM #728
daven View Profile View Forum Posts Private Message trolling freetrollers Join Date Aug 2007 Posts 7,091 Location soaking up ethanol, moving on up	stupid aussies want to be like the USA FBI, Aussie police target poker websites \| Stuff.co.nz
	don't raise with the straight flush bro, nobody ever gonna call that shit allin, reload, repeat please read: http://www.philgalfond.com/lets-make-some-changes/
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05-30-2011 07:55 AM #729
rpm View Profile View Forum Posts Private Message Join Date Jul 2009 Posts 2,843 Location maaaaaaaaaaate	^^ story of australia's life. edit: or, at least its more recent life

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05-31-2011 12:12 AM #730
Shotglass View Profile View Forum Posts Private Message Join Date Dec 2010 Posts 1,745 Location feelin' allright	Anybody using MyPaylinq? I haven't used it in quite a while but I just got this today: Mon, May 30, 2011 7:00:44 PMChanges in Policy From: Marketing Department <info@paylinq.com>Add to Contacts To: removed@yahoo.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dear Customer, In light of recent developments within our industry regarding customer withdrawals and the difficulty we have encountered in moving funds into the U.S. to facilitate withdrawals, it is with much regret that MyPaylinQ will be suspending all United States customer withdrawals until further notice. All customers with pending withdrawals currently in our system will be paid. We will do our best to have all outstanding withdrawals processed within the next 2 weeks to 4 weeks. We will continue to work diligently on your behalf to restore our U.S. market capabilities as soon as possible. If you have any questions regarding a pending withdrawal please email cashier@mypaylinq.com. Kindest Regards. Finance Department MyPaylinQ Inc. This message was sent to removedfrom: Players Group LTD. \| Residencial el Castillo, Casa 45 \| San Rafael de Heredia, San Jose CS08, Costa Rica Email Marketing by Manage Your Subscription \| Forward To a Friend

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05-31-2011 12:36 AM #731
philly and the phanatics View Profile View Forum Posts Private Message Join Date Dec 2006 Posts 2,492	god every time i see this thread bumped i cringe and hope for the best

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05-31-2011 01:42 AM #732
fjuanl View Profile View Forum Posts Private Message Join Date Mar 2005 Posts 2,646	FTP update 5/30: - apologize for lack of communication - still no timeline for withdrawals - reassuring everyone that they will eventually get their $ aka nothing has changed

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05-31-2011 02:39 AM #733
baudib View Profile View Forum Posts Private Message Join Date Aug 2005 Posts 3,772	Selling for .80
	Playing big pots at small stakes.
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05-31-2011 06:40 AM #734
daven View Profile View Forum Posts Private Message trolling freetrollers Join Date Aug 2007 Posts 7,091 Location soaking up ethanol, moving on up	Originally Posted by fjuanl FTP update 5/30: - apologize for lack of communication - still no timeline for withdrawals - reassuring everyone that they will eventually get their $ aka nothing has changed full text below for the blind Originally Posted by ftpdoug To our customers: We acknowledge that our lack of communication reflects poorly on us, and rightfully so. We have been too optimistic in estimating how long it would take to sort through the issues we have faced since Black Friday. And as frustrating as the delays have been for us, we recognize that it cannot compare to the frustration you have been feeling. We further recognize that our lack of communication has led to much speculation and many unsubstantiated rumors, which have often been contradictory. With this message, we hope to clear up as much confusion as we can, while at the same time keeping in mind the constraints imposed on us as a result of the cases brought in the Southern District of New York. The most pressing questions: 1. When will the US players be paid? We still do not have a specific timeframe for this. There has been, and remains, no bigger priority than getting US players paid as soon as possible, and we have been working around the clock to get this done. 2. Is FTP bankrupt? No. FTP's worldwide business is healthy and, although we've had some short-term challenges, it is operating as normal. From: http://www.gamblingcontrol.org/userf...2020110516.pdf "The AGCC’s investigation into the affairs of it licensee Vantage Limited, trading as Full Tilt.com, is ongoing; initial investigations indicate no reason to believe that player fund transactions are fundamentally threatened by any consequence of the US authorities' actions. Delays caused by these actions are in the process of resolution, with normal service now being restored for non-US players. We understand that progress in respect of US player fund repatriation is anticipated and will be the subject of a separate statement from Full Tilt in due course. The Commission will remain engaged in this process." 3. What is the company doing to speed up payouts to the US players? We are raising capital to ensure that the US players are paid out in full as quickly as possible. It is important to remember that Full Tilt Poker has always paid out our players, even in the face of previous legal obstacles or factors not in our control, such as payment processor defaults and prior actions by the US government which resulted in US player funds being seized. In all of these previous instances, Full Tilt Poker has covered these losses and intends to do the same again. 4. Why are the Full Tilt Pros remaining silent? It is not their choice. But they are constrained by the pending legal actions. As a final note, we understand -- and have always understood -- the effect that our brief statements have had not only on our customers, but also on our reputation. It has not been easy to stay silent and watch the damage being done to our company brand and personal reputations, but we need to be mindful of the complicated and serious legal issues raised in the pending cases. as an aside, withdrawals for non-US players are turning up in bank accounts - so they at least have some liquidity.
	don't raise with the straight flush bro, nobody ever gonna call that shit allin, reload, repeat please read: http://www.philgalfond.com/lets-make-some-changes/
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05-31-2011 01:02 PM #735
StarGrinder View Profile View Forum Posts Private Message Join Date Jul 2010 Posts 800	QuickTender/UMW went under, website is down, all accounts suspended... or at least that's what the email said. Regardless, I'm out $300. Good christ this is fucking retarded. And the US rooms that are left are so bad in so many ways. I miss Stars like an ex girlfriend that gave good blowies.

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