Statement from PokerStars - as at 20 April 2011 - 16:00 BST
PokerStars is pleased to confirm that the US Department of Justice has agreed to release thewww.pokerstars.com domain name for use by PokerStars outside the US. The company categorically denies the allegations brought by the US Department of Justice on 15th April 2011 and is taking all steps necessary to robustly defend itself, and the two named individuals. Meanwhile, the company has stopped offering real money poker services in the United States. PokerStars' services outside the US are not affected. The Company has received assurance from the Isle of Man regulator that its licence