Bernhard Binder Wins WSOP Paradise Main Event for $10 Million December 19, 2025 The Austrian player survived a massive field to take the top prize Bernhard Binder delivered a breakthrough performance at the 2025 WSOP Paradise Main Event, capturing the title and a $10 million top prize in the Bahamas. The Austrian outlasted a massive field that pushed past the $60 million guarantee, making the event one of
Cash Game Tactics in Short Deck Poker December 19, 2025 Players who can adjust quickly to the format gain a clear edge Short Deck poker cash games require a mindset shift from traditional No-Limit Hold’em. With cards below six removed, hand values change, equities run closer, and aggression becomes far more important. Starting hand selection is the first major adjustment. Premium hands still matter, but
Princess Cruises Reportedly Removing Poker Tables from Its Ships December 19, 2025 Poker fans sailing with Princess will need to book carefully if they want a seat at the table Princess Cruises is reportedly phasing poker tables out of most of its shipboard casinos, a move that has surprised and disappointed many longtime guests. The change came to light through recent discussions on Cruise Critic forums, where
Federal Reserve Open to Cryptocurrency as It Withdraws ‘Outdated’ Guidance December 18, 2025 The update reflects a recalibration as digital assets move closer to the financial mainstream The US Federal Reserve has taken a notable step toward easing its stance on digital assets by withdrawing guidance issued in 2023 that restricted how Fed-supervised banks could work with cryptocurrency. The change affects both insured and uninsured banks and signals
How To Use Player Matchups to Your Advantage in NFL Prop Betting December 18, 2025 By focusing on individual battles within the game, you gain clarity that traditional stats often hide Using player matchups is one of the most effective ways to find value in NFL prop betting, especially when point spreads and totals feel sharp. Props allow bettors to zoom in on individual roles rather than overall game outcomes.
Understanding RTP in Progressive Jackpot Games December 18, 2025 By knowing how RTP is structured, you can choose games that match your goals Understanding return to player, or RTP, is essential when playing progressive jackpot games, where excitement and expectations can easily blur judgment. RTP represents the long-term percentage of wagers a game is designed to pay back to players over time, not what
Brazil Senate Rejects Motion to Act on Casino Bill December 18, 2025 The future of legalized casinos in Brazil remains uncertain, with the bill still awaiting its turn on the plenary agenda Brazil’s long-running debate over legalizing casinos and bingo halls hit another pause this week after the Senate rejected a request to fast-track the proposal. Lawmakers voted 36 to 28 against granting urgency to Bill 2.234/2022,
France’s Johan Guilbert Ships $25,000 WSOP Paradise Single Day Turbo December 18, 2025 The $1.5 million win marks a career high for Guilbert France’s Johan Guilbert finally checked off the biggest item on his poker résumé by winning the $25,000 GGMillion$ Single Day Turbo at WSOP Paradise, earning his first World Series of Poker bracelet and $1,534,645 in prize money. THE WINNING HAND! 🏆 @WSOP $25,000 GGMillion$ Turbo@YoHViral
Defending Your Blinds Effectively in Texas Hold’em Freezeouts December 18, 2025 By choosing the right spots and reading opponents, you can protect your stack and remain dangerous Defending your blinds in Texas Hold’em freezeouts is a delicate balance between protecting your stack and avoiding unnecessary risk. Since there are no rebuys, every decision carries long-term weight. Smart blind defense helps you stay competitive without drifting into
Over $20M Awarded in Side Events at WPT World Championship December 18, 2025 Players have competed in 27 completed tournaments outside the main championship The World Poker Tour (WPT) World Championship festival at Wynn Las Vegas is moving into its busiest stretch, and the action has extended well beyond the headline events. While the WPT Prime Championship and the $10,400 World Championship draw most of the attention, the
Lightning Network’s Capacity Reaches All-Time High Following Increased Adoption December 17, 2025 With more capital and better tools, Lightning’s role in everyday crypto payments continues to expand Bitcoin’s Lightning Network has reached a new record for total capacity, signaling renewed momentum after a long stretch of slower growth. Data from network trackers shows that more Bitcoin is now locked into Lightning payment channels than at any point
The Impact of Recent Performance on NHL Betting Lines December 17, 2025 Bettors who fade overreactions and trust broader trends often gain an edge Recent performance plays a major role in shaping NHL betting lines, often more than long-term team quality. Sportsbooks react quickly to winning streaks, losing runs, and standout games. Bettors who understand this timing can find value before lines fully adjust. Short-term results often