The UK is preparing new gambling laws, but most industry players are not prepared A petition was launched on October 25 by Britain’s horseracing industry insisting that the UK Government stop its planned legislation that would require bettors losing as little as £1.37 ($1.66) a day to be subject to “intrusive” affordability checks. The UK
Month: October 2023
Adam Hendrix ships PokerGo Tour’s first bounty event
PokerGo continues to expand into the Pot-Limit Omaha realm Adam Hendrix won the PokerGO Pot Limit Omaha Series II’s first-ever progressive bounty event on Tuesday. He would secure the final bounty while picking up his fourth PokerGO Tour championship. The progressive bounty tournament format has gained popularity over the last few years, with 101 players
How to play overpairs on wet flops in Texas Hold’em
It pays to be flexible when playing overpairs, as a flush or straight could be lurking In Texas Hold’em, navigating overpairs on wet flops demands strategic finesse to capitalize on strong hands while managing the inherent risks of dynamic board textures. An “overpair” refers to a pocket pair higher than the community cards on the
Card Player Poker Tour to put $1M on the table this December
The tournament is coming to The Venetian in Las Vegas and will run for several weeks The Venetian Resort Las Vegas will celebrate the new year from December 25 through January 7 with the DeepStack Extravaganza (NYE) tournament series. Almost $1 million in prize guarantees will be granted during the 19 events scheduled. The highlight
Coinbase denies rumors it will cap Bitcoin withdrawals
Social media posts that recently hinted at new withdrawal caps may have been fake The Coinbase cryptocurrency exchange has denied rumors that it had assessed a $5,000-per-week maximum on Bitcoin withdrawals after a customer post on social media claiming the new limit was valid started to gain momentum. A user made the claim in an
Tips for World Series prop betting to achieve better results
Recent performances and the weather play huge roles in the outcome of MLB games World Series prop betting can be an exciting way to engage with the baseball spectacle and potentially enhance your betting experience. To achieve better results in World Series prop betting, consider the following tips. Before diving into prop bets, thoroughly research
New online slot trends require different strategic approaches
Yesterday’s slot strategies may not work on today’s technology The ever-evolving landscape of online slot games demands a dynamic and adaptable approach to strategy. New trends in the realm of digital slots are not mere fads; they represent shifts in player preferences, technological advancements, and market dynamics. As these trends emerge, traditional strategies must be
Paraguay appears ready to expand online gaming market
Lawmakers in Paraguay may start drafting legislation to remove the quasi-monopoly currently in place Paraguay’s Legislation and Codification Commission Deputy, Adrián Vaesken, was recently visited by the president of the National Gaming Commission (Conajzar, for its Spanish acronym), Carlos Augusto Liseras, with one goal in mind. The discussion focused on the idea of revising Law
Poker pro Gary Blackwood drops in on LA
The player and vlogger will spend three months in California creating new content Poker pro and YouTube vlogger Gary Blackwood is relishing his three-month visit to Los Angeles after leaving his London home. His goal is to utilize the time to create poker content and take advantage of other opportunities available. The 33-year-old poker pro
How to bet to maximize value with a back door flush in Texas Hold’em
Make sure to keep players in the hand to get the most out of the betting rounds Maximizing value with a backdoor flush in Texas Hold’em requires a combination of strategic patience, awareness and adaptability. A backdoor flush refers to the situation where a player initially lacks the necessary cards for a flush but catches
Florida poker room and Jai Alai facility makes way for new poker room
Ocala Gainesville Poker and Jai Alai will cease operations on October 28 A poker and Jai Alai venue that’s been in business for 50 years in Marion County, Florida, will close soon as it makes way for a brand new poker room. Ocala Gainesville Poker and Jai Alai has announced in an official statement that
Sunday Recap: $5 Million Venom PKO gets off to a roaring start
The $5 Million Venom PKO was the big story over the weekend at ACR Poker as we finished the first two of the four Day 1 options. There were also great Venom Special tourneys on the docket. Keep reading for more info in our October 22nd Sunday Recap. Bahamas Bracelet Chase We held our first