Tuesday, February 13, 2007

Poker players across the globe will now find the familiar eCOGRA "Play It
Safe" seal on Fortune Lounge's premier poker room, PokerTime. The
independent standards authority for the online gaming industry, eCOGRA, is
committed to protecting poker players around the world. The non-profit
organization addresses the most important issues to players: fast payouts,
fair gaming, responsive and efficient service and responsible operator
conduct. In terms of its specifically constructed poker standards, eCOGRA
requires that Poker Seal holders, like PokerTime, are financially stable and
have adequate reserves. The probity of the poker room's management is
scrutinized, together with player protection measures, payout times and
financial facilities, games fairness, responsive support and general
operational efficiency. An international framework is provided by eCOGRA for
the best operational and player practice requirements, which are enforced
through inspections, reviews, and continuous monitoring by independent
global audit companies. In the unlikely event of disagreements between
players and "Play It Safe" sealed poker sites, eCOGRA's Fair Gaming Advocate
serves as the player's advocate to rapidly resolve disputes. eCOGRA ensures
that its rulings are respected, and was the proud recipient of Gambling
Online Magazine's 2006 Watchdog of the Year Award. PokerTime will continue
to provide its players with a safe, secure poker room that adheres to high
standards and principles, assuring online poker players of outstanding
customer service that make for a superior gaming environment.