3. The Problems with Online Poker
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Online poker enjoyed a meteoric rise in popularity in the early to mid-2000s but plateaued somewhat in the 2010s, mainly due to regulation. Although the popularity of poker as a game is as strong as ever, online users have encountered complex and varying problems. We estimate, based on our market knowledge and anecdotal evidence, that about 50% of the market has been lost due to these issues. The major reason has been the closure (or ring-fencing) of large markets around the world due to regulation, strict and less flexible payment providers, and the change of legal status for poker in some countries. A comprehensive outline of these issues can be detailed in our .