Rakeback News

2012-05-18 Carbon Poker Unveils Preview of 6.0 Software Version

Coming in June, Carbon Poker and the Merge Gaming Network will release the latest version of their software client. With the new software release, Merge Gaming will add filters, a new search field and game list expanders. Over the coming weeks, Carbon Poker will share additional features with the new software release.

Let's take a look at what has been announced so far...

Filters

With the new client, there will be two dedicated ways to find the games you seek. The "Quick Selector" will allow you to quickly visualize the games and options that are available to you ask you make them.

The Advanced Filter option has also been upgraded and as a result will be much more in-depth and provide fine control over every aspect of the game. Select your game type and use the slider to quick refine the buy-ins and limits of the games you wish to play. Select boxes will be available for the types of games you would want to play, betting type, speed, number of players, game format and status of the tables.

New Search Field

In 6.0, a new search will be available which will allow you to search for a variety of variables. Search for the name of a table, nicknames, player tags, game types and much more. An auto-complete feature will allow for quick searches for what you are looking for.

Game List Expanders

Game Expanders will also be added to the lobbies of Merge Gaming sites with the release of 6.0. Click on the arrow next to the table name and instantly be given information about the players seated and waiting along with their real money balance. The Expander will also bring up a small preview of the table, allowing players to quick sit down if they choose.

Tournament information through the Expander feature will be even more robust. Clicking on the arrow next to the tournament name will reveal tournament details such as start time, registration time and the number of players currently registered.

The changes announced in the 6.0 software release are impressive thus far, with even more changes to be unveiled by Carbon Poker and Merge Gaming in the coming days and weeks. Stay tuned to rakeback 4ever for more information about the Merge Gaming Network's latest software release.

2012-05-17 Americas Cardroom Lowers Fees on Bad Beat Jackpot Tables

Americas Cardroom has announced that they will be reducing the Bad Beat Jackpot contribution for mid-stakes players by half. Starting today, players at Bad Beat Jackpot tables with limits of $0.10/$0.25 to $1/$2 will now pay a maximum of $0.25 per raked hand instead of $0.50 under previous rules.

Americas Cardroom, which is on the Winning Poker Network with True Poker, stated they have listened to player feedback when making the changes. Americas Cardroom spokesperson Michael Harris said the following of the change:

"Our mid-stakes players felt that the bad beat jackpot had too big of an effect on their win rates. We've decided to lower their contribution so that they can still partake in the excitement of the bad beat jackpot without it having a major effect on their overall results."

The Bad Beat Jackpot tables on the Winning Poker Network are by far the most popular games on the site, so this change should positively affect many players. The Bad Beat Jackpot, which currently sits at a shade under $350,000, is hit whenever a player loses with Quad Eights at designated Bad Beat Jackpot tables. The fees paid at the tables for every raked hand are what feed the large jackpot prizes.

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Players signing up at Americas Cardroom or True Poker through rakeback 4ever are eligible for 27% rakeback and a sign-up bonus of 100% up to $1,000. In addition, players can take advantage of $60,000 in Points Races every month. The Winning Poker Network is currently moving swiftly up the traffic rankings due in part to their fast processing times for U.S. players. They are currently the 4th largest online poker network to accept players from the U.S.

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2012-05-16 Cake Poker Network Rakeback Increases to 36% Effective June 1st

Good news for players on the Cake Poker Network! Effective June 1st, your rakeback will be increasing to 36%! The move comes ahead of a planned takeover of the Cake Poker Network on June 1st, at which time the network will also be renamed the Revolution Network.

All other rakeback terms will remain the same for rakeback players on the Cake Poker Network. This means that players will continue to enjoy the same dealt rakeback that they have for years. The Cake Poker Network is one of the few remaining online poker sites in the world to still be on this system of rakeback calculation which allocates rakeback regardless of whether a contribution to the pot is made or not.

Another big perk of rakeback on the Cake Poker Network is that NOTHING is deducted from rakeback. So whether you have a bonus to clear, a deposit to make or rewards to redeem from the Loyalty Levels Rewards program, you will not have to worry about your rakeback being deducted.

If you are looking to sign-up for rakeback on the network ahead of this news, sign-up today at one of our featured rooms such Cake Poker or Intertops Poker.

Players registering through rakeback 4ever will receive a 110% up to $600 sign-up bonus in addition to 33% rakeback. A special exclusive $60,000 Rake Race is also available when signing up at Cake Poker through rakeback 4ever. The races are divided into four weekly $15,000 races paying cash prizes to the top 300 rakers each week.

2012-05-15 Party Poker Introduces Championship Challenge -- Earn up to $100k

From now until July 1st, Party Poker is giving players an opportunity to win up to $100,000 in cash just by generating Party Points. For the next 45+ days, Party Poker will award "Football Players" for each 10 Party Points that are earned. These football players can yield instant prizes or even larger prizes for earning "teams" or groups. If you are familiar with the Party Poker World Domination promotion run in month's past you will be familiar with the concept of the Championship Challenge.

Instant prizes range from a $1,000 freeroll entry when receiving the Italy Striker to $20 for the Poland Goalkeeper. Not all football players will yield an instant prize but they can be applied towards team prizes of $50-$1200 when earning a "completed team."

But that's not all! Earn all teams from a group and win even larger prizes ranging from $1,000 to $7,000. If you are lucky enough to complete all four groups you will pocket $100,000! Make sure to start earning points today as a limited number of football players will be given away. You can earn up to 100 football players per day.

Sign-Up to Party Poker

Take part in the lucrative Party Poker Championship Challenge today! If you don't currently have an account on Party Poker, sign-up for a 100% up to $500 sign-up bonus and take advantage of a VIP program that yields up to 50% VIP rakeback. For the month of May, we are also running the $20,000 Tournament Fever Series. Check here for upcoming events.

Already have a Party Poker account and want to participate? Register for WPT Poker

2012-05-14 Final BetSafe $80,000 Race Begins Monday

Today, the final $80,000 Spring Race got underway at Betsafe. The leaderboard will award $80,000 in cash to the top 200 Player Point earners from May 14th to May 31st. To participate, players simply need to earn Player Points, finish in the top 200 and email BetSafe via race@betsafe.com to claim your cash prize.

$80,000 Race Prizes

BetSafe $80,000 Race Prizes
Position	Prize
1st	$6,500
2nd	$4,250
3rd	$3,200
4th	$2,600
5th	$2,200
6th	$1,850
7th	$1,600
8th	$1,350
9th	$1,100
10th	$900
11th - 20th	$750
21st - 30th	$650
31st - 40th	$550
41st - 50th	$500
51st - 60th	$450
61st - 70th	$400
71st - 80th	$350
81st - 90th	$300
91st - 100th	$250
100th - 125th	$200
126th - 150th	$150
151st - 175th	$100
176th - 200th	$50

Sign-up at Betsafe Through rakeback 4ever

This promotion is only available to Betsafe players and not network wide. Sign-up to BetSafe through rakeback 4ever and receive a sign-up bonus up to $2,000 as well as a VIP program that yields up to 40% in valueback. Also receive exclusive access when signing up through rakeback 4ever to a $8,000 Points Race.

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