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
How Crypto Poker Deposits and Withdrawals Work January 15, 2026 Cryptocurrency deposits in online poker operate through blockchain settlement, requiring network confirmations before funds become available in your account. The process involves generating a unique deposit address, broadcasting your transaction to the blockchain network, and waiting for miners or validators to confirm the transaction. Bitcoin deposits typically require 2-3 confirmations (20-30 minutes), while Ethereum requires
Cryptocurrencies You Can Use to Play Poker Online January 15, 2026 Online poker sites accept multiple cryptocurrencies, each with distinct technical characteristics that affect deposit speed, transaction costs, and settlement finality. Bitcoin remains the most widely accepted, but Ethereum, Litecoin, Bitcoin Cash, and stablecoins like USDT and USDC offer different trade-offs in confirmation times, fee structures, and volatility exposure. The cryptocurrency you choose impacts your operational
What Is Crypto Poker? A Beginner’s Guide to Bitcoin Poker January 14, 2026 Crypto poker refers to online poker played with cryptocurrency as the primary payment method. Instead of depositing dollars or euros through banks or credit cards, players send Bitcoin, Ethereum, or other digital currencies directly to poker sites via blockchain transactions. The fundamental difference lies in settlement architecture: traditional poker relies on financial intermediaries, while crypto
Backpack Crypto Exchange Working on Prediction Market Platform January 14, 2026 The move comes amid a major expansion of the prediction markets industry Backpack, a crypto exchange founded by former Alameda Research and FTX employees, is developing its own prediction market platform. The company has begun invite-only testing of a new product designed to let users trade predictions alongside other crypto positions within a single account.
Strategies for Betting on Soccer Derbies January 14, 2026 By focusing on emotion, discipline, and context, you can approach rivalry games with sharper judgment Soccer derbies are among the most unpredictable matches on the calendar. Rivalry games bring emotion, pressure, and intensity that often override form and rankings. Successful betting in these matches starts with understanding that standard metrics matter less than mindset. Team