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Now there are several questions that remain unanswered. How will this affect the online poker player, and will this pave the way for legalization of online gambling in the U. The three poker sites were charged with bank fraud, illegal gambling offenses and money laundering. The Manhattan U. These charges rocked the online poker world and could change the laws in the U.

Only Absolute Poker is still open and it is only a matter of time before the close their doors for good. All three locations will still offer real gaming to other locations outside the United States.

Other poker sites are still operational online and they should see an increase in sign ups, but they will always have one eye on the government, as they may be the next target.

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