Consider setting a firm budget and choosing games with clear qualifying rules Progressive jackpots are one of the most exciting features in online and land-based slot games. Unlike fixed jackpots that offer a set prize, progressive jackpots grow over time, collecting a small portion of each qualifying wager from players. Understanding how these mechanics work
Month: June 2025
Hawaii Bills Hope to Rewrite State’s Position on Gambling
The state is enacting a series of laws that target the gambling space Hawaii lawmakers are pushing forward with a new set of bills aimed at reshaping the state’s strict stance on gambling, focusing on enforcement rather than legalization for now. Honolulu officials recently passed Bills 11, 12, and 13, each designed to give law
Poker Player and New York Times Bestselling Author Jane Hitchcock Passes Away
The 78-year-old had been a regular fixture at poker events at Maryland Live! and MGM National Harbor Jane Hitchcock, a respected poker player and bestselling mystery author, has died at the age of 78. Friends confirmed her passing in the poker community, though the cause of death has not been made public. Hitchcock was best
Mucking After the Flop in Texas Hold’em: Key Indicators for Folding
Post-flop folding isn’t a weakness; it’s a disciplined move that allows you to preserve your stack and wait for better spots Knowing when to fold after the flop in Texas Hold’em can save players from bleeding chips unnecessarily. While it’s tempting to stay in a hand with hope for a miracle turn or river, experienced
Anti-Discrimination Laws Can’t Keep Man From Playing in WSOP Ladies Event
A satellite tournament win led to an automatic seat at the WSOP Ladies Championship’ A man named Albert Ng has stirred debate in the poker world by qualifying for the World Series of Poker (WSOP) Ladies Championship in Las Vegas, a tournament traditionally seen as a space for women in the game. Ng won his
Sunday Recap: Players win their way to Vegas and Aruba
Yesterday was more than an average Sunday at ACR Poker. Aside from our regular slate of tournaments, we also awarded lots of prize packages to Vegas and Aruba. Keep reading our June 22nd Sunday Recap to get up to speed. Vegas Main Event Satellites On Sunday, we awarded a dozen $12,500 prize packages to Las
OKX Crypto Exchange May Consider US IPO Amid Waning Asian Support
This discussion surfaces after OKX re-entered the US market in April OKX, one of the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchanges, is reportedly weighing the possibility of going public in the US. The move would mark a significant shift in the exchange’s growth strategy, especially as it faces tightening regulatory conditions in parts of Asia. According to
Evaluating Bullpens for Better MLB Betting Results
If you want more consistent results, start thinking beyond the first five innings and focus on who’s finishing games When it comes to betting on Major League Baseball, most of the focus tends to fall on starting pitchers, lineups, and ballparks. But savvy bettors know that bullpens play a major role in determining the outcome
Playing Aggressively vs. Conservatively: Finding Your Style in Live Blackjack Party
Your Blackjack Party success depends not just on what you play—but how you play it In live Blackjack Party, players often find themselves choosing between two primary approaches: aggressive or conservative play. Each style comes with its own set of risks and rewards, and finding the right balance depends on your personality, bankroll, and overall
Rhode Island Lawmakers Approve Modified Casino Smoking Ban
Bally’s Corp.’s two casinos in the state will have to go virtually smoke-free in two years Rhode Island lawmakers have passed a bill that will limit indoor smoking at the state’s two casinos, marking a key moment in a long-running debate over worker health and casino policy. The legislation, passed in the final hours of
Jonathan Tamayo Flips His Way to WSOP Main Event Seat
The “All-In Flipament” has proven to be lucky for the Texas-based poker pro Jonathan Tamayo, the defending World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event champion, has locked up his seat in this year’s $10,000 tournament in unconventional fashion. Instead of buying in directly, Tamayo secured his spot through a $160 online satellite event known as
The Art of the Check-Raise in Texas Hold’em Heads-up Play
The check-raise in heads-up play isn’t just a flashy trick—it’s a tool for disrupting rhythm and gaining control In Texas Hold’em heads-up play, mastering the check-raise can turn a balanced match into a one-sided affair. While it’s a move that comes with risk, using it well forces opponents to think twice about every bet they