PokerStars.com ad busted by watchdog, Advertising
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#x3C;p>An ad campaign for website PokerStars.com has been criticised by the ASA for implying that gambling could make a person more confident and courageous. By<strong> Mark Sweney</strong></p>
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Casinos and offshore companies battle for billions in online gambling push – Center for Public Integrity
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CW issue 984 by Canarian Weekly - Issuu
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PokerStars to Honor Doyle Brunson with Ten-Deuce Freeroll
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Suspected Bots on PokerStars Accused of Winning $1.5 Million in Pot-Limit Omaha
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PokerStars USA Airs Slick New Responsible Gaming Ads on Social
Online gambling industry faces inquiry into unfair practices
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I placed my first wager when I was 10. I've gambled more than $1 million since.
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PokerStars PA Now Offers $150 in Bonus Play
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UK Paper Tycoon Loses Lawsuit Vs Bookie for Letting Him Gamble
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WSOP: Shaun Deeb focuses on player of the year award, Poker
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Gold rush ends for the online poker dealers
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Strike Gold with Pokerstars Epic Downtime Campaign