Massachusetts Lawmakers Take up Online Casino Gaming Debate June 25, 2025 The renewed discussions don’t mean that online gambling is coming this year Lawmakers in Massachusetts are once again considering whether to legalize online casino gaming, following renewed calls from industry leaders to regulate a market they argue is already thriving, just illegally. On Monday, the Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure held a
Texas Poker Club Employee Receives Lifetime Ban After Cheating Scandal June 25, 2025 A JokerStars employee colluded with two players to rig a number of hands A cheating scandal at a Houston poker club has resulted in one player being banned for life. JokerStars Social Club confirmed one of its former employees, frequent member Carlito, was arrested using RFID-compliant cards with a hidden reader at an invitation-only high-stakes
Understanding Texas Hold’em Cold Decks: What They Are and How They Affect Your Game June 25, 2025 If you can take cold decks in stride, you’ll be better equipped to handle the swings of the game In Texas Hold’em, players sometimes refer to a “cold deck” when discussing hands that seem unusually unfair or tough to escape. While the term might sound like it involves cheating, in everyday poker conversation, it usually
Crypto Entrepreneur Anthony Pompliano Raises $750M To Take ProCap Public June 24, 2025 The offering would be possible through a merger with Columbus Circle Capital Corp Crypto investor and entrepreneur Anthony Pompliano has raised $750 million to take his company ProCap public in the US through a merger with Columbus Circle Capital Corp, a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC). Once the deal is complete, the combined company will
Exploring Over/Under Betting Opportunities During Major NBA Events June 24, 2025 With careful research and timing, Over/Under betting can become a profitable angle Over/Under betting, also known as totals betting, is one of the most popular ways to wager during major NBA events like the playoffs, the Finals, or the All-Star Game. Instead of picking a winner, bettors focus on the total number of points scored
A Strategic Guide to Understanding Progressive Jackpot Mechanics June 24, 2025 Consider setting a firm budget and choosing games with clear qualifying rules Progressive jackpots are one of the most exciting features in online and land-based slot games. Unlike fixed jackpots that offer a set prize, progressive jackpots grow over time, collecting a small portion of each qualifying wager from players. Understanding how these mechanics work
Hawaii Bills Hope to Rewrite State’s Position on Gambling June 24, 2025 The state is enacting a series of laws that target the gambling space Hawaii lawmakers are pushing forward with a new set of bills aimed at reshaping the state’s strict stance on gambling, focusing on enforcement rather than legalization for now. Honolulu officials recently passed Bills 11, 12, and 13, each designed to give law
Poker Player and New York Times Bestselling Author Jane Hitchcock Passes Away June 24, 2025 The 78-year-old had been a regular fixture at poker events at Maryland Live! and MGM National Harbor Jane Hitchcock, a respected poker player and bestselling mystery author, has died at the age of 78. Friends confirmed her passing in the poker community, though the cause of death has not been made public. Hitchcock was best
Mucking After the Flop in Texas Hold’em: Key Indicators for Folding June 24, 2025 Post-flop folding isn’t a weakness; it’s a disciplined move that allows you to preserve your stack and wait for better spots Knowing when to fold after the flop in Texas Hold’em can save players from bleeding chips unnecessarily. While it’s tempting to stay in a hand with hope for a miracle turn or river, experienced
Anti-Discrimination Laws Can’t Keep Man From Playing in WSOP Ladies Event June 24, 2025 A satellite tournament win led to an automatic seat at the WSOP Ladies Championship’ A man named Albert Ng has stirred debate in the poker world by qualifying for the World Series of Poker (WSOP) Ladies Championship in Las Vegas, a tournament traditionally seen as a space for women in the game. Ng won his
OKX Crypto Exchange May Consider US IPO Amid Waning Asian Support June 23, 2025 This discussion surfaces after OKX re-entered the US market in April OKX, one of the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchanges, is reportedly weighing the possibility of going public in the US. The move would mark a significant shift in the exchange’s growth strategy, especially as it faces tightening regulatory conditions in parts of Asia. According to
Evaluating Bullpens for Better MLB Betting Results June 23, 2025 If you want more consistent results, start thinking beyond the first five innings and focus on who’s finishing games When it comes to betting on Major League Baseball, most of the focus tends to fall on starting pitchers, lineups, and ballparks. But savvy bettors know that bullpens play a major role in determining the outcome