North Carolina Could Soon See Fourth Casino December 15, 2025 If approved, the decision would reshape tribal relations and casino gaming in the state North Carolina could be on track to add a fourth casino if a long-running push for tribal recognition clears a major hurdle in Washington. The Lumbee Tribe may soon gain full federal status, a move that would open the door to
Erik Seidel Suggests Retirement in the Cards Over Federal Gambling Tax December 15, 2025 Several figures in the poker world have criticized the tax change Poker Hall of Famer Erik Seidel has raised concerns that a new US gambling tax rule could push him toward scaling back, or even stepping away from, tournament poker. The longtime pro says the change creates financial pressure that makes high-level play far less
Strategic Bluffing Tips for Rebuy Tournaments December 15, 2025 Strong rebuy tournament bluffing remains rooted in logic, observation and timing Rebuy tournaments create a very different bluffing environment compared to freezeouts. Because players can buy back in, risk tolerance is higher early on. This means bluffs need to be planned with the expectation that opponents may call lighter than usual. Early stages are the
WSOP Paradise Super Main Event Surpasses $60M Guarantee December 15, 2025 The mark was reached late Sunday during Day 1D registration The WSOP Paradise Super Main Event has cleared its biggest hurdle after officially passing the $60 million guaranteed prize pool. The mark was reached late Sunday during Day 1D registration, ending weeks of debate about whether the ambitious guarantee could be met. The @WSOP Paradise
Poker Overbets & Failed Love December 12, 2025 The mind of a poker player is a strange place. You never know what connections you’ll make that nobody outside the game ever would. Just the other day, I was sitting in my local $2/$5 game watching a recreational regular tank for five minutes trying to decide whether to call a 300BB river overbet, and
SEC Chair Wants to Move Financial Markets Onto the Blockchain December 12, 2025 SEC Chair Paul Atkins has confirmed that being onchain has its advantages The head of the US Securities and Exchange Commission is openly backing a future where financial markets run on blockchain technology. SEC Chair Paul Atkins said this week that US markets are heading onchain and that regulators are beginning to support that shift
Tips for Building a Successful Soccer Parlay Bet December 12, 2025 Successful soccer parlays are built on patience, research, and restraint, not luck alone Building a successful soccer parlay bet starts with discipline, not excitement. Parlays are tempting because of big payouts, but adding too many matches often lowers your chances. A smart approach begins by limiting selections and focusing on games you truly understand, rather
Building a Positive Experience: Social Strategies in Live Blackjack Party December 12, 2025 Players who balance strategy with social awareness often walk away with better experiences Live Blackjack Party is designed to feel social without turning the table into a distraction. Unlike standard live blackjack, this game blends traditional gameplay with light, controlled interaction, creating a shared experience between players while keeping the focus on smart decision-making. One
Virginia Senator To Refile Legislation for Casino in Tysons Next Year December 12, 2025 Fairfax County leaders have tried to halt local casino initiatives A Virginia lawmaker plans to revive a proposal next year that would give Fairfax County voters a chance to decide on a casino in Tysons. Sen. Scott Surovell said he will refile legislation when the 2026 General Assembly session opens in January, after a similar
Charges Filed in Dispute That Led to Maurice Hawkins Fight at Poker Game December 12, 2025 Eugenio Castaneda is accused of being the aggressor in the melee Charges have been filed following a physical altercation involving poker pro Maurice Hawkins at a private cash game in Florida. The incident, which was captured on video and widely shared online, stemmed from a heated argument that escalated into violence at the table. The
MTT Strategies for Six-Plus Hold’em December 12, 2025 Players who understand adjusted hand strength and stay aggressive when needed will make deep runs Six-Plus (or Short Deck) Hold’em tournaments demand a mindset shift from traditional no-limit formats. With smaller decks and altered hand rankings, equities run closer together. In multi-table tournaments, understanding this compressed variance is key to long-term survival. Preflop ranges should
Texas to Join as Official Stop on the 2026 WSOP Circuit Tour December 12, 2025 The first event will run from April 23 through May 4 at TCH Social in Austin Texas will officially join the World Series of Poker (WSOP) Circuit Tour in 2026, marking a first for the state and a major milestone for its live poker scene. The WSOP confirmed that Austin will host a Circuit stop