ClubWPT Gold halts operations in Nevada but hopes to return
ClubWPT Gold ceases activity in Nevada due to state regulatory actions, though the company suggests it may resume services with adjustments to the product.
Key Takeaways
- ClubWPT Gold halted all operations in Nevada from September 28 due to regulatory actions.
- Withdrawals on the platform can be requested until October 2 for users located in Nevada.
- The company categorized the closure as a 'pause' and remains hopeful of returning after adjustments.
- ClubWPT Gold has already found regulatory solutions in California and New York in 2025.
- The halt affects both the Crown series and tournaments scheduled in partnership with the World Poker Tour.
ClubWPT Gold informed its users in Nevada on Thursday about the suspension of its services in the state due to regulatory actions. Purchases and mail requests are already disabled; the raffle mode will no longer be available in Nevada starting September 28 at 12:00 AM PT. Players have until October 2 to submit withdrawal requests according to the new guidelines.
End of ClubWPT Gold Operations in Nevada
The decision by ClubWPT Gold comes in response to state regulatory measures affecting its business model. Users in Nevada received an official notification explaining the cessation of purchases (deposits) and mail requests, effective immediately. Gameplay by way of raffles will end on September 28, and the platform recommends that all redemption requests (withdrawals) be processed before October 2.
In the initial communication sent via email, the company spoke of a gradual withdrawal of services in the state. However, in a subsequent update published on the site, the closure was described as a "pause." From the platform, they expressed optimism about the possibility of resuming raffles in Nevada if appropriate product modifications are implemented.
Regulatory Changes and Background in Other States
ClubWPT Gold has previously faced regulatory challenges in other markets. In October 2025, California legislators passed measures prohibiting the raffle model. The site announced that it would seek to operate in compliance with the new legislation before it came into effect on January 1, 2026. Ultimately, it managed to continue operating in California by imposing creative restrictions on chip redemption periods.
A similar case occurred in New York state. In December 2025, the state assembly approved a law restricting local users' access to their accounts. Governor Kathy Hochul quickly ratified the regulation, but ClubWPT Gold implemented a solution in less than a month and partially resumed its activities.
The track record shows that the platform has found alternative mechanisms in complex regulatory situations. However, it remains to be seen if it will find a legal route to operate again in Nevada.
Impact on ClubWPT Gold and World Poker Tour Events
The cessation of activities occurs at key dates for the local calendar, as the ClubWPT Gold Crown series was scheduled to run until October 11. Players in Nevada lose access to the remaining events, creating uncertainty about the future of their stacks in tournaments with later dates following the closure.
Next December, the World Poker Tour (WPT) is set to organize the $400 Super Gold Million during the WPT World Championship 2026, with a $3 million prize pool guarantee. For now, it has not been clarified whether the interruption of ClubWPT Gold will affect the holding of this event or the participation of players from Nevada.
Recent Background and Controversies
Last year, ClubWPT Gold's $1 Million bracelet promotion was involved in controversies. Two players, Jesse Yaginuma and James Carroll, were permanently banned from the World Series of Poker (WSOP) due to chip dumping during the heads-up final in the Millionaire Maker 2025.
"ClubWPT Gold described the measure in Nevada as a pause and highlighted its optimism to resume operations with modifications to the product in the future," says the updated site statement.
The situation in Nevada adds to an increasingly strict regulatory environment and tests the platform's ability to adapt to new legal frameworks in major online gaming markets.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did ClubWPT Gold stop operating in Nevada?
ClubWPT Gold ceased its activities in Nevada in response to state regulatory actions, disabling deposits, raffles, and operations beginning September 28, 2026.
Until when can players in Nevada withdraw funds?
Users have until October 2 to submit their redemption or withdrawal requests directly to the platform before the definitive closure in the state.
Does ClubWPT Gold plan to return to the Nevada market?
The company defines the interruption as a 'pause' and stated that it is confident in its ability to resume raffles in Nevada once the product conditions are adjusted.
What precedents does ClubWPT Gold have for legal restrictions in other states?
In 2025, ClubWPT Gold imposed innovative restrictions on chip redemption to continue operating in California and resolved user access issues in New York after new laws came into effect.
What happens to the events and tournaments scheduled after the closure?
The Crown series and some tournaments linked to the World Poker Tour will be affected, as players from Nevada will not be able to participate or track their stacks in events after the closure.
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