Colombia Introduces New Law on Bonus-Related Taxation October 21, 2025 The changes come on the heels of a massive tax increase implemented months ago Colombia has introduced new tax rules that redefine how gaming operators handle bonuses offered to players. The country’s gambling regulator, Coljuegos, detailed the updated structure following the government’s earlier decision to apply a Value Added Tax (VAT) on gambling deposits. The
Jinrong Zhang Takes Down First MSPT Championship on International Soil October 21, 2025 This event was the first time the Major Series of Poker has left the US Poker history was made in Montreal this week when Jinrong Zhang captured the first-ever Major Series of Poker: The Tour (MSPT) Championship title held outside the United States. The $1,150 Canadian Poker Championship at Playground attracted an impressive 1,057 entries,
Using Online Poker Tools to Analyze Your Mucking Decisions October 21, 2025 Analyzing mucking decisions teaches you when to trust your reads Online poker tools have changed the way players study their decisions, especially when it comes to mucking hands. Reviewing these choices through data-driven analysis helps reveal patterns you might not notice in real time. Every time you fold, you’re making a judgment about potential value,
Florida Poker Room Takes State Gambling Regulator To Court October 21, 2025 Bestbet continues to seek help from the courts over its poker rooms A legal dispute has emerged between one of Florida’s largest poker operators and the state’s gambling regulator over the approval of a new card room in Hamilton County. Bestbet Holdings, Inc., which runs three poker rooms in Jacksonville and Orange Park, has filed
US Government Seizes $15B in Bitcoin From ‘Pig Butchering’ Scam October 20, 2025 The leader of the scam, Chen Zhi, remains at large The US government has seized roughly $15 billion in Bitcoin linked to one of the largest global cryptocurrency fraud schemes ever uncovered. Federal prosecutors allege the digital assets were tied to a “pig butchering” scam — a criminal network blending romance fraud, forced labor, and
Analyzing Fighter Styles: How They Impact UFC Betting Strategies October 20, 2025 Focus on stylistic dynamics to uncover favorable odds that others might miss Understanding fighter styles is one of the most effective ways to improve UFC betting strategies. Whether it’s a grappler who thrives on control or a striker who ends fights early, analyzing how styles clash often predicts the flow—and sometimes the outcome—of a fight
The Power of Playing Progressive Slots: Strategies for Big Wins October 20, 2025 Blend excitement with decision-making to give yourself the best shot at turning a spin into a win Progressive slot machines are among the most exciting games in any casino because every spin contributes to a growing jackpot that can reach life-changing sums. Unlike standard slots with fixed payouts, progressives link multiple machines or online games,
Mexico Government To Consider Bill To Restructure Gambling Industry October 20, 2025 A lawmaker has introduced a bill that would create a new gaming regulator Mexico’s government is moving closer to overhauling its gambling industry after a new proposal was submitted to the Chamber of Deputies this week. The initiative, introduced by Federal Deputy Ricardo Mejía Berdeja of Coahuila, seeks to replace the country’s outdated 1947 gambling
Maryland Local Takes Down WSOPC Horseshoe Baltimore Main Event October 20, 2025 The popularity of the WSOPC event in Maryland generated an $806,000 prize pool Maryland poker player Aaron Pinson captured the WSOP Circuit Horseshoe Baltimore Main Event title, defeating a field of 533 entries to earn $153,000 and his second career gold ring. The local standout entered the final day as chip leader and maintained control
Switching Gears: Altering Your Play When Cold Decks Hit October 20, 2025 Staying patient while adjusting your aggression and focus allows you to survive the slump Every poker player faces cold decks — those frustrating stretches when strong hands never show up and every pot seems to slip away. How a player responds in those moments can define their long-term success. Switching gears effectively during a cold
Poker Collusion Scandal Hits GGPoker Event October 20, 2025 A GGPoker ambassador was disqualified for helping another player during an online event A controversy has hit the poker world after GGPoker ambassador Ren Lin was disqualified from the WSOP Super Circuit Main Event in Cyprus. Lin’s removal followed allegations that he provided unauthorized assistance, or “ghosting,” to another player during the GGMillion$ online event.
Three lessons I learned watching ACR CEO Phil Nagy Outduel Tony G. October 17, 2025 Being under the weather this week, I did what all poker players do when they feel too unwell to grind: fired up YouTube and dove into some high-stakes poker action. As I scrolled through the thumbnails, a familiar face caught my eye: ACR Poker CEO Phil Nagy. Right next to him were two more of