January 18 - Microgaming, one of the world's leading software
providers, and a firm favourite among South African players, has made some
dramatic changes to its poker network policy.
The group announced late last week that it would be eliminating data mining
throughout its sites, stating that players would not be able to store their hand
histories on their computers.
Microgaming said that the player's ability to view their own hands - and
those of their opponents - and analyze them using software such as PokerTracker
and Holdem Manager, gave them an unfair advantage over other players.
According the Andrew Cluca, the Head of Poker at Microgaming: "Concern has
been raised over the long term effect of third party software upon the poker
industry as a whole, and in particular the negative effect it has on the
recreational player demographic."
"The decision to put a stop to the practice of data mining on the poker
network is part of Microgaming's overarching network strategy to support
operators in attracting and retaining recreational players," he added. "It
further demonstrates commitment in providing a secure and fair playing
environment."
Microgaming is considered one of the top poker networks in the online
industry.
The group boasts top sites in its network, including 32Red Poker, Crazy Poker
and Purple Lounge.
The decision to stop players storing their hand histories in their computers
is effective immediately.
Microgaming will now need to wait and see whether the dramatic decision will
affect its customer base, and whether other software groups will follow suit.
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