The poker pro has donated much of her historic winnings to stop factory farming Liv Boeree, a poker pro and science communicator, recently revealed that she is donating $560,000 of her winnings from the World Series of Poker (WSOP) Paradise event to support efforts against factory farming. The donation follows Boeree’s historic performance in December,
Month: January 2025
The Winning Formula For Playing Tight-aggressive In Texas Hold’em Freerolls
By sticking to strong hands and playing aggressively, you can maximize your chances of success Adopting a tight-aggressive (TAG) approach in Texas Hold’em freerolls can be a winning strategy when executed correctly. Freeroll tournaments often attract players of varying skill levels, leading to unpredictable gameplay. A TAG style, which focuses on selective hand play and
First PokerGO Tour Event For 2025 Already In The Books
Nick Schulman has become the first PokerGO champ of the year Nick Schulman has kicked off 2025 in great style by claiming victory in the first PokerGO Tour event of the year. Schulman, a seasoned poker professional, triumphed in the $10,100 buy-in No-Limit Hold’em tournament, the opening event of the PGT Last Chance series. His
Win a seat to the $8 Million Mystery Bounty Venom this Sunday
Our two mammoth Mystery Bounty Venom tournaments are just about two weeks away! In case you didn’t hear, we’re running both an $8 Million NLH and $2 Million PLO with each Day 1A on Sunday, January 19th. And while the standard $2,650 buy-in might make your bank account think twice, we have a simple solution.
Morgan Stanley Might Be Ready To Add Cryptocurrencies To E-Trade
The move would position the company alongside Robinhood, Fidelity and others Morgan Stanley may soon expand its offerings to include cryptocurrency trading on its E-Trade platform. Reports suggest the decision is influenced by expectations of a more favorable regulatory landscape for digital assets under the incoming administration of President-elect Donald Trump. The new administration has
The Importance Of Timing: When To Place Your NBA Over/Under Bets
Balancing certain factors is key to making smarter, well-timed bets Placing NBA totals bets, also known as Over/Under bets, requires more than just understanding the teams and their scoring trends. Timing plays a crucial role in maximizing your chances of making profitable wagers. Knowing when to place your bets can significantly impact the odds and
Common Mistakes To Avoid In Live Dealer Blackjack
Enjoy a more successful live dealer blackjack experience by avoiding certain mistakes Live dealer blackjack offers the thrill of a real casino experience from the comfort of your home. However, even experienced players can make errors that reduce their chances of winning. Here are some common mistakes to avoid when playing live dealer blackjack. One
California Tribes Sue Cardrooms Using Newly Implemented Law
The tribes are hoping to shut down cardrooms across the state A coalition of Native American tribes in California has filed a lawsuit against several cardrooms. The group is alleging illegal gambling practices involving banked games. The suit, filed in Sacramento’s Superior Court, comes on the heels of the Tribal Nations Access to Justice Act,
Umut Ozturk Becomes the MSPT’s First Two-Time POY Winner
Two back-to-back wins catapult the player to the top of the charts Umut Ozturk has made poker history by becoming the first-ever two-time Player of the Year (POY) winner on the Mid-States Poker Tour (MSPT). Following his outstanding performance in 2024, Ozturk successfully defended the title he claimed in 2023, cementing his legacy within the
Playing Strong Draws Aggressively In Pot-Limit Omaha
By embracing aggression with strong draws, you can extract value and keep opponents guessing Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) is a game of action and potential, where strong draws can often rival made hands in terms of equity. Knowing how to play these draws aggressively can be a key strategy to maximize value and apply pressure on
Pennsylvania Could Join MSIGA Ahead Of This Year’s WSOP
The state’s gaming regulator has confirmed that the launch is imminent Pennsylvania is making strides toward joining the Multi-State Internet Gaming Agreement (MSIGA), potentially opening its doors to cross-border online poker play in early 2025. This development could allow Pennsylvania poker players to compete in larger player pools and enjoy enhanced gaming opportunities alongside participants
Celsius Ready To Appeal Failure Of Claims Against FTX
A court has denied two legal actions brought forward by the crypto lending platform against FTX Celsius, the collapsed cryptocurrency lending platform, has filed a notice of appeal against a court decision that disallowed its claims for damages from FTX. The appeal challenges a ruling by Judge John T. Dorsey, which rejected Celsius’ efforts to