With WSOPC win number 12, Porbandarwala is staking his claim in the poker world Soheb Porbandarwala dominated on the final day of the 2024 World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) Horseshoe Hammond $1,700 No-Limit Hold ’em main event. The Connecticut pro overcame the 986-player field to reach the final table with a huge chip lead
Month: March 2024
Strategies for defending your blinds in Limit Texas Hold’em
Follow a few tips to keep opponents from exploiting any perceived weaknesses Defending your blinds in Limit Texas Hold’em is a crucial aspect of the game that requires careful strategy and consideration. The blinds, consisting of the small blind and big blind, are mandatory bets that players must place before receiving their cards. Since these
The poker community loses rising Florida star to traffic accident
WSOP Circuit grinder Ryan Estrada passed away following a motorcycle crash The poker world is saddened by the recent news about Florida poker pro and World Series of Poker (WSOP) Circuit Ring winner Ryan Estrada, who passed away in a motorcycle accident. Estrada, from Sunrise, FL, was active on the Florida poker circuit, with nearly
Cryptocurrency miners in the US face possible 30% tax
President Biden has once again submitted his crypto mining tax increase in a budget proposal President Joe Biden has resurrected the concept of a 30% tax on electricity used by cryptocurrency miners in his 2025 budget proposal. It’s not the first time it has come up, but could find more support in an election year.
Adjusting strategies for MLB player prop bets throughout the season
Increase your potential prop betting returns by following a few guidelines MLB player prop bets offer a unique avenue for bettors to capitalize on specific player performances throughout the baseball season. However, adjusting strategies for these wagers as the season progresses is essential for maximizing potential returns. Here are several key considerations for adapting your
Strategies for participating in online progressive slot tournaments
There are key methods you can integrate into your online slot tourney play to improve your chances Participating in online progressive slot tournaments requires a blend of luck and strategy to maximize your chances of winning. Here are several strategies to consider when competing in these thrilling events: Familiarize yourself with the tournament format, including
Pennsylvania senator wants to ban credit cards for online gambling
The measure would prohibit credit cards for all forms of online gambling and betting Pennsylvania Senator Wayne Fontana is planning to propose legislation to completely prohibit the use of credit cards on online gambling and betting sites. He says it’s necessary to help restrain problem gambling and rising credit card debt. “Online gaming and sports
Andrew Robl unstoppable in latest High Stakes Poker episode
The long-time grinder puts his skills to the test and comes out on top Andrew Robl proved once again why he’s one of poker’s most skilled cash game players on episode four of Season 12 of High Stakes Poker, which aired Monday night on PokerGO. The high roller continued what he so often does on
How to exploit opponents’ tendencies in Six-Plus Hold’em
Take advantage of the table movement to gain an edge Six-Plus Hold’em, also known as Short Deck Hold’em, introduces a dynamic shift from traditional Texas Hold’em by removing cards valued two through five from the deck. This alteration significantly affects hand values, changing the strategies you need to employ. Firstly, observe opponents’ tendencies in Six-Plus
PGT Mixed Games Series comes to a close
Max Hoffman turns up the heat and takes home the lion’s share of cash Massachusetts native Max Hoffman has won the championship at the third PokerGO Mixed Games Series. He earned $376,300 in total prizes after cashing in half of the events and beating defending series champion Dan Zack to earn the trophy and a
Sunday Recap: Players blaze the tables as High Five rolls out
Yesterday wasn’t an ordinary Sunday. Not only did we roll our clocks forward, we also rolled out the $12.2 Million High Five Tournament Series. If you didn’t log on, see all the buzzworthy tournaments you missed in our March 10th Sunday Recap. $750,000 GTD Blunt Roller (Hi5 #4) 1,358 entrants played in Sunday’s massive $750K
Cryptocurrency ETNs draw support from the UK’s financial regulator
Crypto fans could soon see crypto exchange-traded notes on the London Stock Exchange The London Stock Exchange (LSE) has revealed that it will begin accepting applications for Bitcoin and Ether cryptocurrency exchange-traded notes (ETNs) in the second quarter of 2024. The exchange confirmed on March 11 that applications following guidelines specified in its Crypto ETN