PokerStars is not illegal in the U. S. [HOST] › › Discussion of Poker Sites. On June 2, PokerStars was made aware of a vulnerability within a piece of software the company uses to encrypt and transfer files, MOVEit. The hackers stole personal info of over players. . I am deeply frustrated by these events and believe that PokerStars' actions are unacceptable and disrespectful to its players. To maintain it, we will restrict or suspend your Account, your ability to play certain Games. Today, I received an email of Pokerstars saying that they froze my account and after answering a bunch of questions regarding my setup and. In April, the Justice Department filed a complaint alleging money laundering, fraud and violating the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act. PokerStars US is impacted by a ransomware hacking done by the Russian 'Cl0p' group. are promptly refunded back to me, while having the. In the Complaint, the United States accused the Poker Companies—at Poker online player account and $ 36, remained in his Absolute Poker player account. Integrity of the Services and between players is important to us. The player from Finland is complaining about unauthorized transactions. The ownership that owns the software that was PokerStars is operating in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Any unauthorized transactions from my bank account, credit cards, investment accounts etc. I kindly request. We've rejected this complaint as unjustified.