Sciplay announced the launch of CalShark.com

CalShark.com is operated by COPA, a California organization consisting of 60 California tribal governments and California card clubs that lawfully operate more than 65% of the poker tables in California.  The website is powered by software licensed from Playtech, an acclaimed global developer of leading online gaming software and technology, and will be supported by Sciplay. 

CalShark.com will be 100% free, will not pay out winnings to players and will not accept player deposits.  CalShark.com will provide players with the closest experience to live table action on the Internet with an added social networking emphasis. 

“CalShark.com has features that most other online poker sites do not have, including a no download/flash version to play on,” said Pierre Wuu, Director of Online Operations at COPA.  “Our system allows the players to stay engaged, earn chips and be extremely interactive with other players and friends.”

“We are excited to be a part of COPA’s progressive efforts in California and delighted to provide a new experience for worldwide online poker players,” said Rick Weil, CEO of Sciplay. The social networking aspect of CalShark.com is unique to players as it will allow them to compete with other players and friends and move up in levels based upon how much they play. This feature will be especially enticing as we launch the Facebook application down the line.”