Poker 2009: The Year In Review

We recap all of the top (and some of the bizarre) stories from the year that was in just about 2500 words.
Dutch Boyd Sued by Two Plus Two

Dutch Boyd is in it again, this time facing a suit from poker megasite 2+2
Poker Sites Roll Out Rewards Programs for the Holidays

Apparently, online poker sites believe in the season of giving. Several have recently introduced programs to benefit their players this December.
UIGEA Implementation Delay Likely

One of the most anticipated dates in the online poker community – December 1st, 2009 – may end up being just another box on the calendar.
Ultimate Bet Completes Reboot

One of the largest and oldest online poker brands has completed a long-anticipated face lift this week, as Ultimate Bet officially re-launched as UB Poker.
WSOP Commish Stepping Down

The man who has overseen the World Series of Poker through the last four years, and some of its biggest changes, is stepping down.
Companies Get into Bidding War for World Poker Tour: Update

Earlier the year, the solvency and continued operation of the World Poker Tour were being questioned. Now there’s a bidding war for who is going to buy the company.
Pitbull Poker Closes Down: Updates

More developments in the ongoing saga that is the Pitbull Poker shutdown
UFC Enters Online Poker Arena

The UFC and poker have a lot in common, so the announcement of an online poker site launched by the MMA organization might seem strange, but is also a natural fit – to a certain extent.

