SAN JOSE, Costa Rica, March 29 /PRNewswire/ -- Absolute Poker (http://www.absolutepoker.com/), the fourth largest online poker website in the world, announced today that they have sponsored a select number of affiliates to attend the 2006 Casino Affiliate Convention in Amsterdam being held April 9-10. With over 400 affiliates and casino executives expected, the event will focus on European marketing and advertising for the internet gaming industry. There will also be a track called the "Gaming Marketing Conference." Affiliates will gain insight on both online and traditional forms of marketing strategies for the European Union, as well as learn more about land-based gaming operations.

"This is a great chance to gather additional ideas for growing a global referral base," said Mike Jackness of PokerSourceOnline.com. "Absolute Poker has been very supportive with affiliates and helping us understand the online poker industry. Of course, Amsterdam is a great place to visit too. I am certain it will be a worthwhile conference and I am glad to have the opportunity to attend."

The Absolute Affiliate program provides affiliates with excellent, guaranteed player lifetime revenue, including a unique blended CPA and Revenue Share model. Affiliates receive compensation for every player that they refer to Absolute Poker that engages in real money ring game or tournament action. Additional benefits include:

* Competitive compensation plans -- up to 35% net revenue or up to $125 per player * Free sign-up, absolutely no set-up registration fees involved * Multi tier program for added earnings from referred affiliates * No losses ever -- as long as you send qualified players you'll make money * High conversion rates * Great selection of marketing materials * Reliable and accurate tracking -- reporting on individual players * Friendly and reliable affiliate support * Excellent bonuses and incentives for players

"We believe the CAC is a great opportunity for our affiliates and the industry to come together," said Fred Roman, Affiliate Relations Manager for Absolute Poker. "Our affiliates deserve the chance to share ideas about what is happening on a global scale. We remain committed to evolving the online gaming opportunity for everyone."

About AbsolutePoker.com

AbsolutePoker.com is the world's fourth largest online poker destination offering worldwide access to multi-player online games 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Absolute Poker's spring 'Win Your Tuition' tournament is currently underway and more information can be found at http://www.absolutepoker.com/tuition. Powered by proprietary software, AbsolutePoker.com has one of the most comprehensive, interactive online poker rooms, providing such innovative features as hand history, stat retrieval, player note-taking, chat, 'locate a player', six-player tables, customizable table 'skins' and representative image selection. Absolute Poker offers many multi-player games including: Texas Holdem, Omaha High, Omaha Hi/Lo, Seven Card Stud, Seven Card Stud Hi/Lo, and a complete selection of Sit and Go and Multi Table Tournaments. AbsolutePoker.com offers friendly customer service which is always fast, knowledgeable, and professional. Established in 2003, AbsolutePoker.com is headquartered in Costa Rica and licensed and regulated in Canada.

CONTACT: Jason Reindorp of AbsolutePoker.com, +1-206-226-4085,
jasonr@absolutepoker.com

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