Oklahoma Bill Seeks To Open the State’s Gambling Market February 3, 2026 While limited in scope, the proposal may serve as a test of how the state approaches gambling changes Oklahoma lawmakers are considering a new proposal that could slightly loosen the state’s long-standing restrictions on gambling. Senate Bill 2081, introduced during the 2026 legislative session, aims to update wagering laws by allowing limited, tightly regulated betting
Poker Author David Sklansky Arrested in Las Vegas February 3, 2026 The author of The Theory of Poker was arrested on domestic violence charges but released Poker author and longtime professional David Sklansky was arrested in Las Vegas last Thursday on suspicion of domestic battery, according to confirmation from different media. The incident drew attention across the poker world due to Sklansky’s influence on modern strategy
Adjusting to Changing Table Sizes in Short Deck Hold’em February 3, 2026 Success in short deck depends on recognizing how fewer seats reshape the game Short Deck Hold’em already plays faster than traditional Texas Hold’em, but changing table sizes add another layer of complexity. Moving from six-handed to four-handed, or even heads-up, shifts hand values, aggression levels, and positional importance. Players who fail to adjust often leak
Google Launches Poker Battle Between Ranking LLMs February 3, 2026 The competitions to see which AI is better at playing games are already underway Google has kicked off a new AI showdown that puts poker in the spotlight, this time as part of a broader test of how leading language models handle games built on strategy, psychology, and risk. The competition is taking place inside
Crypto Space Sees 214% Rise in Theft Over December’s Figure February 2, 2026 Even with improved tools, scams and technical weaknesses continue to expose users and platforms to risk Crypto-related theft surged sharply in January, with losses climbing far above the figures recorded in December. Data from blockchain security firms shows attackers walked away with roughly $370 million worth of digital assets, marking the highest monthly total in
Spread Betting Strategies in Tennis for Clay Court Specialists February 2, 2026 Successful clay-court spread betting comes down to surface awareness Spread betting in tennis takes on a different feel when matches move to clay courts. This surface slows the ball down, extends rallies, and rewards patience more than quick points. Bettors who understand these traits can adjust their approach and find better value in spreads tied
Turning Losses Into Wins: Recovering in Spanish 21 February 2, 2026 Spanish 21 offers tools that reward smart decisions, steady play, and restraint Spanish 21 is known for its player-friendly rules, but even with those perks, downswings happen. The key to recovery isn’t chasing losses but understanding how the game’s structure gives you chances to swing momentum back in your favor. Bonus payouts and flexible options
South Carolina Governor Confirms Complete Block on Casino Legislation February 2, 2026 Gov. Henry McMaster has acknowledged that he will veto any attempt to legalize casinos South Carolina’s chances of approving casino legislation appear finished for the 2026 cycle after Gov. Henry McMaster made his position unmistakably clear. The governor has confirmed he will not support any effort to legalize commercial casinos in the state, regardless of
WPT Names Harvey Castro Its Season 23 Player of the Year February 2, 2026 Castro enters the next season as one of the younger players to watch on the global poker scene The World Poker Tour (WPT) has crowned Harvey Castro as its Season 23 Player of the Year, capping a breakout run for the 23-year-old tournament grinder. Castro, who once focused on college soccer, turned heads all season
Timing Your Poker Tournament Rebuys for Strategic Advantage February 2, 2026 The best rebuy timing balances structure, opponents, and personal comfort with risk Rebuy tournaments offer players a rare mix of flexibility and risk. Unlike freezeouts, they allow you to recover from early mistakes or bad beats, but only if you manage your timing wisely. Knowing when to rebuy can shape your entire tournament strategy. The
Kalshi to Offer Contracts on Lodge Card Club Livestreamed Poker Games February 2, 2026 The partnership signals Kalshi’s willingness to test new ground as it expands beyond its original market focus Kalshi is pushing deeper into the poker world with a new partnership tied to live-streamed cash games. The prediction market company announced a deal with The Lodge Card Club, which operates two popular poker rooms in Texas and
DOJ Wins $400M Helix Bitcoin Mixer Forfeiture Case January 30, 2026 A court judge has ruled that the government can claim ownership of the seized funds The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has completed a major forfeiture tied to one of the earliest Bitcoin mixing services used on the darknet. More than $400 million in cryptocurrency and related assets connected to Helix have now been formally