Players in Madison are subject to Wisconsin state gambling laws. Online poker is not regulated in this state. No state-licensed operators exist, though offshore platforms are accessible. As with all residents of Wisconsin, those in Madison should review applicable state regulations before participating in real-money online poker.
Key Facts
Online poker in Madison falls under Wisconsin state law — unregulated
There are no city-specific online poker regulations in Madison; state law governs all online gambling activity
Players physically located in Madison are bound by Wisconsin's online poker rules, regardless of where a platform is licensed
Geolocation technology used by licensed operators confirms a player's physical location at the time of play
USDC-based platforms like Powka offer a transparent, low-rake alternative to traditional online poker sites
Play on Powka
Powka is a no-limit Texas Hold'em platform with a 1% rake. Deposits and withdrawals are handled in USDC.