The German pro has already scored over $2 million in live events this year Oliver Weis has continued his impressive 2024 poker streak by winning the European Poker Tour (EPT) Cyprus Main Event, adding another seven-figure payday to his already successful year. The German poker pro outlasted a tough field of 1,284 players in the
Month: October 2024
Combining Flush Draws With Other Strong Hands in Texas Hold’em
Combining flush draws with other strong hands can give you an edge at the tables Combining a flush draw with other strong hands in Texas Hold’em can be a powerful strategy that increases your chances of winning a pot. When you have a flush draw, you’re typically looking for one more card of the same
2024 Women in Poker Hall of Fame Finalists Announced
The names on the list shouldn’t come as a surprise to poker fans worldwide The finalists for the 2024 Women in Poker Hall of Fame (WiPHoF) have been announced, highlighting eight prominent figures from both the player and industry sides of poker. After a public nomination phase and a careful review, these women are now
Sunday Recap: Dual Venom PKO tourneys continue
Our two massive Venom PKO tournaments, the $5 Million Guaranteed NLH and the $1.5 Million Guaranteed PLO, continued yesterday with Day 1C. Yet that was just part of our exciting schedule, which included several Venom specials. Read our Sunday Recap for October 20th to see what you might have missed. The Sunday Special $150,000 GTD
Stripe Acquires Stablecoin Platform Bridge for $1.1 Billion
The payment processing company shows its optimism for the future or cryptocurrency Stripe, the payment processing giant, has made a leap in the crypto space by acquiring the stablecoin platform Bridge in a deal reportedly worth $1.1 billion. This acquisition marks one of the largest in crypto history and is Stripe’s biggest purchase to date,
Exploring the Impact of Short Notice Fights on Betting Odds
Understanding how last-minute changes influence odds can give you an edge when placing wagers Short notice fights can have a significant impact on betting odds, altering the dynamics of wagering and influencing the behavior of both bookmakers and bettors. In combat sports like boxing and mixed martial arts (MMA), short notice fights occur when one
Strategies for Hitting Progressive Jackpots in Tumbling Reels Slots
Progressive jackpots are difficult to hit, but the right mix of strategies can lead to a rewarding payout Hitting progressive jackpots in tumbling reels slots can feel like an elusive goal, but players can improve their chances with the right approach. Tumbling reels, also known as cascading reels, function differently from traditional slot mechanics. When
Finland Inching Closer To Expanded iGaming Market
The country is moving quicker than expected toward an open online gambling ecosystem Finland is moving closer to expanding its iGaming market, with a significant step planned before the end of the year. The Finnish government intends to send its proposed gambling legislation to the European Commission (EC) for review ahead of schedule, possibly allowing
Dnegs Bests Alex Foxen in PokerGO PLO Event
Daniel Negreanu finds success and takes down one of the best in the poker space Daniel Negreanu secured another impressive victory on Sunday, taking down the $10,100 Pot-Limit Omaha event on the PokerGO Tour. The tournament, held at the PokerGO Studio in Las Vegas, saw Negreanu outplay a stacked field of 104 entrants to claim
Adjusting Your Starting Hand Requirements in Texas Hold’em Freerolls
Flexibility and timing separate the average players from those who consistently make deep runs In Texas Hold’em freerolls, adjusting your starting hand requirements is crucial for long-term success. Freerolls are tournaments with no entry fee, attracting a large number of players with varying skill levels. This creates an unpredictable environment, requiring flexible strategies, particularly when
North American Poker Tour – With $4M GTD – Almost Ready for Kick-off
The second running of the series will get underway on November 1 The second annual PokerStars North American Poker Tour (NAPT) is about to begin at Resorts World in Las Vegas, with an exciting $4 million guaranteed prize pool. The event will run from November 1 to November 10, offering a mix of familiar and
Poker Is Harder Than The Stock Market
There’s a viral article making its rounds around the poker world that outlines all the ways playing poker is similar to stock market investing. And while it’s certainly true that both share key attributes such as the need for risk-management and being a zero-sum game, the discussion misses a key factor that makes poker playing