Senate Committee Postpones Planned Debate of Crypto’s CLARITY Act January 15, 2026 With disagreements still unresolved, the pause signals that crypto regulation may take longer than expected A key Senate committee has delayed its planned debate on the crypto-focused CLARITY Act, slowing momentum on a bill the digital asset industry has been closely watching. The markup, originally scheduled for Thursday, was postponed to allow more time for
The Role of Home Field Advantage in NFL Postseason Futures Betting January 15, 2026 Understanding how home advantage compounds across playoff rounds helps you make more informed wagers Home field advantage plays a major role in NFL postseason futures betting, especially once the playoffs begin. Teams hosting games often benefit from crowd support, familiar conditions, and reduced travel fatigue. These factors can quietly shape futures odds long before kickoff.
Is Strategic Bluffing Possible in Online Pai Gow? January 15, 2026 Controlled unpredictability and disciplined decision-making give you a way to express strategy within the game’s fixed framework Pai Gow Poker is often viewed as a slow, low-risk casino game where bluffing seems irrelevant. The game focuses on splitting hands correctly and pushing often, which limits direct confrontation. In an online setting, the idea of bluffing
Legalizing Casinos in South Carolina Faces Struggles Amid Growing Opposition January 15, 2026 With resistance now organized at the State House, the path toward legal casinos appears increasingly uncertain Efforts to legalize casinos in South Carolina are facing renewed resistance as opposition from faith-based groups grows louder. A coalition of religious organizations and church leaders gathered at the State House this week to push back against proposals that
Well-Known Poker Cheats Busted at the Lodge in Texas January 15, 2026 The two criminals had already been banned from poker in other states Two well-known poker cheats were caught once again last week, this time at The Lodge Card Club in Round Rock, Texas. The incident involved Norberto Pardo, 49, and Yaiquel Mosqueda-Perez, 43, both of whom had previously been banned from multiple poker rooms in
Building a Study Routine for Six-Plus Hold’em January 15, 2026 A steady routine with clear goals leads to better retention than occasional deep dives Six-Plus Hold’em requires a different study approach than traditional No-Limit Hold’em. The reduced deck changes hand values, equity distribution, and betting dynamics. Building a focused study routine helps players adjust faster and avoid costly habits. Start by learning the rule differences
Maine Becomes Ninth State to Legalize Online Poker January 15, 2026 Maine also becomes the first state to embrace online gambling in 2026 Maine has officially become the ninth US state to legalize online poker, marking another step in the slow return of regulated internet poker nationwide. For players in one of the country’s most rural states, the move opens the door to legal online play
The Future of Crypto Poker: What’s Coming Next? January 15, 2026 Crypto poker’s next evolution focuses on solving current operational limitations through Layer 2 scaling, smart contract automation, and decentralized infrastructure. The present system—centralized platforms accepting cryptocurrency deposits—works but leaves significant technical capabilities unexploited. Understanding where development is heading helps players anticipate operational changes and assess which emerging technologies deliver genuine improvements versus speculative promises. The
Crypto Bankroll Management: Protect Your Stack from Volatility January 15, 2026 Crypto poker bankroll management introduces a challenge absent in fiat bankroll strategy: cryptocurrency price volatility creates secondary variance independent of poker results. A 30% Bitcoin drawdown during a month of break-even poker produces a 30% bankroll reduction despite neutral playing performance. This volatility exposure requires allocation strategies that traditional bankroll management doesn’t address. The core
Crypto Poker Bonuses Explained: Clearing & Mechanics January 15, 2026 Crypto poker bonuses operate through incremental release mechanisms tied to rake generation, not deposit timeframes. A $500 deposit bonus doesn’t credit immediately—it unlocks in increments as you generate rake through real-money play. Understanding this clearing structure is fundamental to evaluating bonus value and optimizing clearing timelines. The clearing mechanism exists because bonuses function as player
Is Crypto Poker Safe? Security and Privacy Explained January 15, 2026 Crypto poker safety combines blockchain security with privacy protections that traditional online poker rooms cannot match. The decentralized nature of cryptocurrency transactions eliminates single points of failure while providing players with genuine control over their bankrolls. Over $2.3 billion in cryptocurrency moved through poker platforms in 2024, with security incidents affecting less than 0.08% of
Crypto Wallets for Poker Players: Which One Should You Use? January 15, 2026 Cryptocurrency wallets for poker divide into two categories: custodial wallets where exchanges control your private keys, and non-custodial wallets where you maintain complete control. Non-custodial wallets further split into hot wallets (software connected to the internet) and cold wallets (hardware devices storing keys offline). The choice between these options depends on your bankroll size, transaction