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
Best Practices for Multi-tabling in Online Spanish 21 December 17, 2025 Smart multi-tabling in Spanish 21 is about balance, not just volume Multi-tabling in online Spanish 21 can be profitable, but only when approached with structure and discipline. Unlike standard blackjack, Spanish 21 has extra rules and bonuses that demand attention. Playing multiple tables magnifies both good decisions and mistakes. Strong habits help keep performance steady
Virginia City of Roanoke Paying Big To Find Support for Casino December 17, 2025 The effort faces a long uphill climb as the debate over the casino’s merits continues City leaders in Roanoke are spending significant money to build momentum for a casino proposal, even as resistance continues to mount at both the local and state levels. The city has hired Richmond-based Two Capitols Consulting, agreeing to pay the
Daniel Negreanu Gives up After 10 Bullets in the $25,000 WSOP Paradise Super Main Event December 17, 2025 While Negreanu is done, over 200 players remain in the hunt in the record-setting event Daniel Negreanu’s run in the $25,000 WSOP Paradise Super Main Event finally came to an end after one of the most talked-about re-entry efforts of the series. The Poker Hall of Famer fired ten buy-ins before walking away, putting a
Mental Exercises To Keep Focus During Cold Decks December 17, 2025 Mental exercises build resilience, allowing you to stay sharp until the cards turn in your favor Cold decks can drain confidence quickly, making focus harder to maintain. When cards refuse to cooperate, mental discipline becomes as important as technical skill. Training the mind helps prevent frustration from turning a temporary downswing into long-term damage. One
More Changes Revealed for the 2026 World Series of Poker Season December 17, 2025 More dates and changes to how points are awarded have been announced The World Series of Poker has shared another round of updates for the 2026 season, giving players a clearer picture of what lies ahead across its global schedule. The announcements cover dates, new formats, and changes that affect how players plan an entire
Fraudster Posing as Coinbase Employee Steals $15 Million From Users December 16, 2025 The alleged scammer has pleaded not guilty and is being held at Rikers Island A Brooklyn man has been charged in a sweeping crypto fraud case after allegedly stealing about $15 million by pretending to be a Coinbase customer support employee. Prosecutors say the scheme targeted roughly 100 victims across the United States and ran
Avoiding Common Mistakes in UFC Betting December 16, 2025 Avoiding hype, managing risk, and focusing on matchup details builds consistency UFC betting attracts many fans because it feels familiar, but common mistakes quickly erase any edge. Many bettors rely on emotion, hype, or loyalty instead of analysis. Avoiding basic errors is often more important than finding flashy picks or long odds. One frequent mistake