Get ready to lace up your gloves and step into the ring for a shot at knockout glory. This October, we’re bringing you two Venom PKO heavyweight contenders in the world of poker: the $5 Million GTD NLH and the $1.5 Million GTD PLO. Both tournaments will see players trading blows until one champion is
Month: September 2025
Minnesota Family Held Hostage in $8M Crypto Kidnapping
Two brothers face multiple charges after a violent attack that took place this month Federal prosecutors have charged two brothers from Texas in a violent kidnapping scheme that targeted a Minnesota family and resulted in the theft of $8 million in cryptocurrency. Authorities said Raymond Christian Garcia, 23, and Isiah Angelo Garcia, 24, stormed the
How Public Opinion Influences Odds in MMA Betting
Smart bettors learn to separate hype from reality, recognizing when odds reflect fan enthusiasm rather than probability Public opinion plays a major role in shaping odds for MMA betting. Sportsbooks do not only rely on fighter statistics and past performances when setting lines. They also factor in how the betting public is likely to react.
Building a Winning Mindset for Online Slot Tournaments
A solid mental edge based on strategy can be as valuable as any spin Success in online slot tournaments is not just about luck. While the reels spin randomly, the player’s mindset can heavily influence outcomes over the long run. Building a winning mentality helps maintain focus, manage resources, and make smarter choices when competing
Two New York City Casino Proposals Receive Overwhelming Support
Empire City casino and Resorts World survive one of the few remaining tests Two major casino projects in New York have cleared an important hurdle in the state’s competitive licensing race. On Thursday, Empire City Casino in Yonkers, operated by MGM Resorts, and Resorts World at Aqueduct Racetrack in Queens both received unanimous backing from
Soccer’s Neymar, Jr. Comes Close to Title in WCOOP Event
The Brazilian soccer phenom and PokerStars ambassador made it to the final two Neymar Jr. nearly added a major poker title to his resume this week while much of the sporting world was focused on the Ballon d’Or ceremony. The Brazilian star, who has become an active figure in the online poker scene as a
Mucking in Different Formats: Live vs. Online Poker Strategies
Whether live or online, mucking is an element of game flow that affects how opponents perceive you Mucking cards is a small but vital part of poker strategy, and the way it plays out can vary greatly between live and online formats. Understanding these differences can help players avoid mistakes, maintain focus, and even gain
Drama at the Poker Tables as Player’s Cell Phone Explodes
The WSOPC Main Event in Hammond, IN, gave players more action than they expected A strange scene played out over the weekend at the World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) Main Event in Hammond, Indiana, when a player’s cell phone began smoking and then erupted in fumes in the middle of live play. The $1,700
Plinko Poker: The Price is Right Meets the Thrill Of Your Favorite Card Game
Remember the classic Plinko game from The Price is Right? The anticipation as the chip bounced down the board, the audience holding their breath, and the ecstatic cheers when it landed in the $10,000 slot? Well, we’ve taken that thrill and combined it with poker to create a game that’ll keep you on the edge
Cash In On The Final Weekend of The $50 Million OSS XL
The $50 Million OSS XL has delivered on its promise of massive guarantees and wall-to-wall tournament action. Now we’re down to the wire, and the biggest weekend of them all is about to hit. If you’ve been waiting to make your move, this is the moment to go XL and grab your share of the
Catch Venom Fever and secure your Venom PKO seat for as little as $0.
The heat is on—and in the best way possible! Venom Fever is back from October 6th–26th, and it’s spreading fast. Our massive Dual Venom PKO tourneys return starting Sunday, October 12th with a $5 Million GTD NLH and a $1.5 Million GTD PLO. With NLH bounties reaching tens of thousands of dollars and one of
The First Question To Ask Yourself In Any Poker Game
Dive deep enough into the world of poker strategy, and you can quickly get lost in the weeds. Between poker solvers, ICM calculators, and hundreds of creators churning out strategy content, it’s easy to take on too much and lose sight of the forest for the trees. I see it all the time in live