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Can Alibaba punt on Match Poker pay off in China?
IFP, Match PokerMatch Poker is hoping to make major progress in the key Chinese market through a new strategic partnership between Oceans Sports & Entertainment, its marketing agency in the region, and Ali Sports, a subsidiary of online retail giant Alibaba Group. The promotion of Match Poker, a non-gambling, mobile-based version of the game which is currently […]
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Austrian Poker Sport Association Invitational 2015
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Germany Continues to Impress
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Austrian Poker Sport Association partners with Winamax!
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The Belarus Poker Tour
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Belgium Joins the IFP Family!
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Estonian Tournament Poker Federation’s Annual Award Ceremony
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