Dealing with Tilt and Emotional Control in Short Deck Hold’em February 10, 2026 Players who stay calm during swings gain an edge over those who let emotions dictate their decisions Short Deck Hold’em is a fast, volatile game that can test even experienced players’ emotional control. With fewer cards and more frequent big hands, swings happen quickly and often without warning. Managing tilt becomes just as important as
GGPoker Forced to Pay Record Amount After Missing Guarantee February 10, 2026 The GGMasters 6th Anniversary missed its $10M guarantee by over $1 million GGPoker is paying a heavy price after one of its biggest online tournaments failed to meet its promised prize pool. The GGMasters 6th Anniversary event carried a $10 million guarantee, but entries fell well short, forcing the site to cover a massive shortfall
Seven Arrested in France Over Crypto-Related Kidnapping February 9, 2026 France has become a major hotspot for so-called cryptocurrency wrench attacks French authorities have arrested seven people, including a minor, in connection with a crypto-linked kidnapping that targeted the family of a cryptocurrency entrepreneur. The case involves the abduction of a 35-year-old magistrate and her 67-year-old mother, who were taken in an apparent attempt to
Building a Tennis Betting Model from Player Statistics February 9, 2026 A disciplined, data-driven approach turns statistics into a practical betting tool Building a tennis betting model from player statistics starts with choosing the right data. Basic metrics like win-loss records matter, but they only tell part of the story. Surface-specific results, recent form, and opponent quality give the numbers real context. Without that depth, a
Evaluating Risk vs. Reward in Spanish 21 February 9, 2026 Understanding how rule advantages offset deck changes allows you to choose calculated risks and not impulsive ones Spanish 21 offers a faster, more aggressive twist on classic blackjack, which makes weighing risk versus reward especially important. With all tens removed from the deck and a wider range of bonus payouts, players are constantly faced with
Iowa Bill To Ban Casino Smoking Continues to Advance February 9, 2026 If the bill becomes law, Iowa will join 20 states that already ban smoking inside casinos Iowa lawmakers are again debating whether smoking should remain legal on casino gaming floors. A bill advancing in the state House would eliminate a long-standing carveout that has allowed casinos to permit indoor smoking while most other public places
Alex Foxen Adds Another Victory with MPST Poker Bowl X Win February 9, 2026 The win marked Foxen’s second MSPT title, with his first coming back in 2018 Alex Foxen added another trophy to his growing resume after taking down the MSPT Poker Bowl X at the Venetian Las Vegas. The $1,600 buy-in event may not look flashy on paper, but it drew a strong field and ended with
Reading Opponents’ Bet Sizing for Information in Freezeouts February 9, 2026 Reading bet sizing in freezeouts is about combining observation with patience In freezeout tournaments, every decision carries extra weight because there are no second chances. That makes bet sizing one of the clearest windows into an opponent’s thinking. Unlike rebuys, players tend to protect their stacks, which often causes sizing choices to reveal comfort, fear,
Grosvenor Poker Pulls Player’s Sponsorship Package for Cheating February 9, 2026 Thomas Clack had already been banned for using a solver during a tournament Grosvenor Poker has withdrawn a sponsorship package from UK professional Thomas Clack following an online cheating violation. Clack, a well-known British player with more than $1 million in live tournament earnings, was removed from the deal after being banned on the iPoker
Gemini Pulling Back Operations in Europe, Will Focus More on the US February 6, 2026 By narrowing its focus, the company appears to be betting that a US-centered strategy will offer a clearer path forward Crypto exchange Gemini has announced plans to scale back its international footprint, confirming it will exit the UK, European Union, and Australia. The move comes alongside a workforce reduction of roughly 25%, signaling a sharper
Analyzing Goaltending Matchups for NHL Totals Bets February 6, 2026 Tracking form, workload, opponent style, and defensive support creates a clearer picture than relying on basic stats alone Analyzing goaltending matchups is one of the most effective ways to approach NHL totals betting. Goalies have a direct impact on scoring outcomes, often more than team reputation or recent win-loss records. A strong or struggling netminder
Calculating Expected Value in Let It Ride February 6, 2026 In the long run, mastering expected value turns Let It Ride from a guessing game into a structured strategy exercise Calculating expected value in Let It Ride is the backbone of playing the game well. Unlike many table games, Let It Ride gives players multiple chances to adjust risk as the hand develops. Understanding when