Nacho Barbero Cleared of Allegations After RTA Investigation

Nacho Barbero Cleared of Allegations After RTA Investigation


After weeks of speculation and heated discussions within the poker community, Nacho Barbero has been officially cleared of all cheating allegations. The internal investigation conducted by the platform where he competed found no evidence that the Argentine player had used Real-Time Assistance (RTA) in his online games.


What is RTA and Why Was Barbero Suspected?

Real-Time Assistance (RTA) refers to the use of external software that provides optimal decisions in real-time, which is strictly prohibited in online poker.

  • The controversy arose when several players questioned Barbero’s impressive performance in recent events.

  • The poker site launched a thorough review of his hands and playing patterns.


Investigation Results:

✅ No irregularities were found in his strategic decisions.
✅ His gameplay history showed no signs of external assistance.
✅ No suspicious activity was detected in his account.

💬 Barbero’s Statement:

"I have always played fair and trust my skills. I’m glad this has been clarified."


What Does This Mean for Online Poker?

The investigation reinforces the credibility of security processes in online poker and highlights the importance of not making accusations without solid evidence.

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