Playing pocket pairs in Texas Hold’em depends greatly on position Playing middle pocket pairs in Texas Hold’em can be both exciting and challenging. Middle pocket pairs refer to pairs like 8-8, 9-9, or 10-10, and they can be tricky because they are not as strong as high pairs (e.g., Jacks or Queens) but still have
Month: July 2023
San Diego Poker Classic returns to California’s Jamul Casino
The annual event has $150,000 on the table for those who cash The second annual San Diego Poker Classic returns to Jamul Casino in Jamul, CA, with more than $150,000 in prizes up for grabs for August 10-20, 2023. The popular poker tournament, which is Jamul Casino’s flagship event, is expected to attract players from
$10 Million GTD Venom is even better with Venom Specials
The wait is finally over! The $10 Million GTD Venom starts tomorrow (Thursday, July 20th) with the first of five Day 1 Options. This is your chance to play in our massive tourney that comes with at least $1 Million for the top prize. And if all that isn’t good enough, we have an additional
Enjoy our improvements and get 10% back on net losses during Casino Crazy Weekend
If you’re reading this blog, you’ve surely noticed that we’ve overhauled our site, software and user experience. We’ve received lots of positive feedback on all the big updates around here, yet these changes aren’t limited to the world of poker. Casino players can now enjoy an improved experience too. Log on to our casino now
The SEC may be on the verge of approving the first cryptocurrency ETF
The securities watchdog has agreed to consider a crypto trading proposal from BlackRock The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has accepted the application by BlackRock to request a spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) following its recognition of a similar application by Bitwise. Two in one week marks a record for the securities watchdog, which
What to consider when placing NHL puck line bets
The NHL puck line works like the spread in other sports, but has its own quirks Placing NHL puck line bets can add an extra layer of excitement and potential profit to your hockey betting experience. The puck line is a form of point spread betting in hockey, where one team is favored to win
A beginner’s guide to online craps
Craps is a straightforward casino game that still requires a certain amount of strategy Online craps is an exciting and popular casino game that offers players the chance to enjoy the thrill of the dice roll from the comfort of their own homes. For beginners, the game might seem intimidating at first, but with a
Italy to introduce sweeping changes to gambling laws
Legislation to update tax laws includes an entire section on gambling reforms The Italian Chamber of Deputies has approved the “Tax Delegation Law,” which paves the way for the “institutional reorganization” of the Italian gambling sector. The bill has now been sent to the Senate for its second approval, and it’s not expected to face
The World Series of Poker has announced its Player of the Year
Ian Matakis topped the WSOP field in points to claim the honor The 2023 World Series of Poker (WSOP) has now concluded as poker fans applaud Daniel Weinman’s win at the biggest Main Event in WSOP history. Another player with much to celebrate is Ian Matakis, who took the 2023 WSOP Player of the Year
Exploring the odds of hitting a flush in Texas Hold’em
Understanding the odds of scoring strong hands is fundament to success In Texas Hold’em, hitting a flush is a thrilling prospect for many players. A flush consists of five cards of the same suit, and it ranks higher than a straight but lower than a full house. Understanding the odds of hitting a flush is
The Hendon Mob Mid-Major Championship comes this weekend
The non-stop summer of poker tourneys continues While the grind of the 2023 World Series of Poker (WSOP) has come to an end, the fun isn’t over. From July 20-23, Thunder Valley Casino Resort, just north of Sacramento, CA, will play host to the $600 buy-in, $500,000 GTD The Hendon Mob Mid-Major Championship. The Hendon
RFK Jr. wants to use cryptocurrency to back the dollar
Cryptocurrency is taking center stage as presidential hopefuls look for support At the recent PAC Heal-the-Divide event, Democratic presidential nominee Robert F. Kennedy Jr. outlined detailed Bitcoin-focused policies he would implement as president, including support backing the US dollar with Bitcoin and an exemption from the capital gains tax on Bitcoin profits. “My plan would