ClubWPT Gold Drops Gold Coins, Introduces AI Poker Tool
ClubWPT Gold, a separate entity from the World Poker Tour, is set to remove Gold Coins (GC), a popular news topic, from its site on September 24, 2025. This move comes amidst efforts by various US states, including California, to close loopholes allowing online sweepstakes sites to operate. The change will impact the acquisition of Sweeps Coins (SC), which can be withdrawn and exchanged for cash.
The removal of GC appears to close a legal loophole that has enabled ClubWPT Gold to operate in many US states where online gaming is unregulated. Currently, players can purchase 'play money' GC and receive 'free' SC, with the value of SC tied 1-to-1 with the US dollar upon withdrawal. However, with the discontinuation of GC ring games and tournaments, players will no longer be able to acquire SC through this method.
ClubWPT Gold has previously made waves in the industry with aggressive marketing and high-profile signings like Doug Polk and Upsight Poker. Despite this, the site has faced challenges, including shutting down operations in New Jersey, Connecticut, and Louisiana. Players in Louisiana were given less than a week's notice to clear their accounts. Global Poker, another sweepstakes poker site, has also faced issues, recently exiting Canada and facing a lawsuit in Louisiana for unpaid tax.
To adapt to the changes, ClubWPT Gold has introduced a new AI-powered Hand Analysis tool on September 24, 2025. This tool evaluates every hand a player plays, checking and rating it against the optimal GTO (Game Theory Optimal) strategy. This new business model focuses on AI poker training, aiming to provide value to players despite the removal of GC.
The removal of Gold Coins from ClubWPT Gold will significantly impact players' ability to acquire Sweeps Coins, which can be withdrawn and exchanged for cash. With the change, players are understandably anxious about the future viability of the site and the security of their on-site balances. The new AI-powered Hand Analysis tool is a step towards adapting to the changes, but the long-term effects of this move remain to be seen.
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