US Deals First Real-Money Online Poker Hand

Ultimate Gaming has made history by dealing the first legal, real-money online poker hand in the United States, following its launch of a dedicated site under the domain name of UltimatePoker.

Poker ultimately succeeds

In a sign of things to come for American poker players, UltimatePoker is now offering a secure and legal online poker experience to anyone age 21 and over located in the state of Nevada. This is complemented by promotion offers, rewards and the thrill of real-money competition.

As the exclusive online gaming partner of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), Ultimate Poker worked closely with state gaming regulators to make this historic day happen. Players can deposit and cashout at any of Station Casinos' 16 locations across Las Vegas Valley after creating an account online.

Prospective customers can also sign up and make deposits from anywhere in the world in advance of visiting Nevada.

First Nevada, next the USA?

Nevada online gambling licensees such as UltimatePoker and 888 are focusing on that specific state for now, but there is no reason they won't be able to offer their services to the rest of the country in the near future. According to recent legislation, Nevada can create agreements with other states to allow local companies to host online gambling for non-Nevada residents.

According to a recent study by the US Gaming Survey, legalization of online poker in the United States will help, rather than hurt, existing land-based casino and gaming establishments. The poll found that the introduction of online gambling will encourage people to increase their state lottery or land-based casino play.