Wyoming Legislator Looks To Update State’s Gambling Laws September 1, 2025 Rep. Robert Davis has announced plans to reintroduce online casino legislation A push to modernize Wyoming’s gambling laws is picking up momentum, with Rep. Robert Davis announcing plans to reintroduce online casino legislation this fall. While previous efforts to legalize the industry have failed, new research highlighting potential economic benefits has given lawmakers fresh incentive
France’s Thomas Eychenne Ships EPT Barcelona Main Event for $1.4M September 1, 2025 The win was the biggest for Eychenne and the third-largest for the EPT Thomas Eychenne is the newest champion of the PokerStars European Poker Tour (EPT) Barcelona Main Event, claiming a career-best score of $1,424,095 after topping a massive field of 2,045 players. The €5,300 buy-in event generated an $11.5 million prize pool, making it
The Impact of Rake and Fees on Short Deck Decision-Making September 1, 2025 Short Deck strategy isn’t just about ranges and reads—it’s also about economics Short Deck poker has exploded in popularity in recent years, offering players a fast-paced alternative to traditional No-Limit Hold’em. But like any format, the profitability of the game doesn’t depend only on cards and opponents—it also comes down to the structure, especially rake
Ladies Poker Events Still Running Strong with Completion of EPT Barcelona September 1, 2025 Shiina Okamoto continues to show why she’s one of poker’s leading players Shiina Okamoto’s impressive run in women’s poker continued at the European Poker Tour (EPT) Barcelona, where she captured yet another title in the €550 (US$645) ladies event. The Japanese architect-turned-poker pro defeated a field of 126 entries to claim the trophy and €15,510
Cryptocurrency ETFs Continue To Add Most Spot Trading Volume August 29, 2025 Bitcoin ETFs in the US now regularly generate between $5 and $10 billion in trading volume US-based cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are continuing to play a larger role in daily spot trading, with Bitcoin funds driving much of the activity. Analysts say these products have quickly become one of the main gateways for institutional investors
How Referee Decisions Influence Betting Outcomes in Soccer August 29, 2025 Studying referee tendencies can provide you with insights that are often overlooked Referees play a far greater role in soccer betting outcomes than many casual bettors realize. Every match is influenced not just by the players and tactics on the field, but also by the decisions made in real time by the official in charge.
How to Use Tumbling Reels to Your Advantage in Online Slot Games August 29, 2025 By understanding the mechanics, you can maximize your edge and get the most out of tumbling reel slots Tumbling reels, sometimes called cascading reels, are one of the most exciting features in modern online slot games. Unlike traditional slots, where symbols lock into place after a spin, tumbling reels remove winning combinations and replace them
Thailand’s Casino Efforts Officially Dead After Removal of Prime Minister August 29, 2025 The ouster is the death blow for the country’s attempt at legalizing casinos Thailand’s push to legalize casinos has come to an abrupt halt following the removal of Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra from office. Recently, the country’s Constitutional Court voted 6-3 to oust her for ethical misconduct, a decision that also led to the dismissal
Poker Player Folds Pocket Aces Pre-Flop, and It Proves To Be the Right Move August 29, 2025 Argentinian player Nicolas Giacomino made a hero lay down that saved his chip stack Folding pocket aces is almost unthinkable in poker, but Argentinian player Nicolas Giacomino did just that during the final table of the 2025 WSOP Online $215 Mystery Millions Bounty on GGPoker—and in the end, it worked out in his favor. Seven
What to Look for When Preparing for Opponents’ Mucks in Texas Hold’em August 29, 2025 Mucks won’t show you the cards, but they still speak volumes about a player’s approach to the game In Texas Hold’em, every hand tells a story, even the ones you never see reach showdown. Paying attention to how opponents muck their cards can reveal valuable information that helps shape your future decisions. While many players
World Poker Tour Partners With Genco To Boost Poker Offerings August 29, 2025 The goal is to increase WPT’s presence in mainstream channels The World Poker Tour (WPT) has announced a new partnership with Genco International, signing a multi-year agreement that will bring an expanded line of poker products to the consumer market. The collaboration is expected to give fans and home game players access to professional-grade equipment
How To Stop Losing Poker Tournaments With Standard Play August 29, 2025 Most tournament players don’t lose because they make catastrophic punts. They lose because they make small, repeated mistakes in spots they assume are “standard”. The problem is, poker solvers have taught us that these spots are far from standard, meaning that when you autopilot through them, you’re giving your edge away. Let’s take a look