Will Kassouf Banned From WSOP After Main Event Exit July 14, 2025 The controversial British poker player caused a scene after being sent to the rail Will Kassouf’s 2025 World Series of Poker journey came to a dramatic end on Day 7 of the Main Event, and it wasn’t just because he busted out. The British poker pro, known for his controversial table talk and antics, was
Exploiting Weaknesses in Your Opponent in Heads-up Texas Hold’em July 14, 2025 Exploiting weakness in heads-up play means staying alert, playing confidently and knowing when to push In heads-up Texas Hold’em, success often hinges on a player’s ability to read and respond to their opponent’s tendencies. With only two players in the hand, the dynamics are faster, the ranges wider, and psychological elements play a much larger
Playground Pays Out $2.2M Bad Beat Jackpot as Royal Flush Beats Straight Flush July 14, 2025 An unreal scenario recently unfolded, but still ended up as a win for the ultimate loser A massive bad beat jackpot worth over CAD2.2 million (US$1.81 million) was triggered this week at Playground Poker Club in Quebec, Canada, when a Royal Flush defeated a Straight Flush in a $1/$2 No-Limit Hold’em cash game. The hand
Walmart and Amazon May Launch Their Own US Dollar-Backed Stablecoins June 13, 2025 The rumored goal is to give consumers streamlined payment options Walmart and Amazon are reportedly exploring the idea of launching their own US dollar-backed stablecoins, according to The Wall Street Journal. While neither company has publicly confirmed these plans, sources familiar with the matter say both retail giants are considering creating digital tokens tied to
The Importance of NBA Line Movement: What It Tells Betters June 13, 2025 Tracking line shifts and knowing how to react to them can be just as important as analyzing stats or performance In sports betting, especially when it comes to the NBA, paying attention to line movement can give bettors valuable insight. Line movement refers to how the point spread, total, or moneyline odds change from the
Using Staking Plans When Playing Online Slots June 13, 2025 A good staking plan sets limits, keeps play structured, and helps you enjoy the game Playing online slots can be exciting, but managing your bankroll with a staking plan can make the experience more sustainable and less risky. A staking plan is simply a strategy that helps you decide how much to bet on each
Maine House Approves Tribal Online Casino Bill Amid Backlash June 13, 2025 A bill would give state tribes exclusive control over online casinos Lawmakers in Maine have advanced a bill that would give the state’s federally recognized tribes exclusive rights to run online casino games. The measure cleared the House of Representatives on June 12 by a vote of 85-59, with most Democrats in favor and Republicans
Nick Schulman Wins Seventh WSOP Bracelet After Grueling Heads-up Battle June 13, 2025 The long-time grinder now has three No-Limit Deuce-to-Seven Single Draw Championship titles Nick Schulman added another major milestone to his poker career on Wednesday night, winning his seventh World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet after one of the most intense heads-up battles in recent memory. The 40-year-old New York native took down the $10,000 No-Limit
Psychological Warfare: Mental Strategies for Heads-up Success June 13, 2025 Stay calm, adapt quickly, and make your opponent uncomfortable for the best shot at coming out on top In heads-up poker, where two players battle one-on-one, the psychological side of the game often matters just as much as the cards themselves. Unlike full-ring or six-max games, heads-up play is an ongoing duel that tests focus,
Poker Fans Can Back Many of Their WSOP Favorites on StakeKings June 13, 2025 Cedric Trevino, Jessica Teusl and others are offering shares on the platform Poker fans who want a more direct way to support their favorite players at the World Series of Poker (WSOP) can do so through StakeKings, which allows backers to buy a percentage of a player’s tournament entry. With the WSOP heating up in
Adrian Mateos vs. The Solver: Why the Humans Still Win (For Now) June 13, 2025 Poker has changed dramatically over the last decade. Today’s top players train with solvers, internalize balanced strategies, and build decision trees designed to handle hundreds of possible outcomes. Yet even with perfect training tools, live poker still belongs to the players who know how to step outside of the theory when the moment demands it.
Evita Pay Founder Accused of Launder Millions Into the US Through Cryptocurrency June 10, 2025 The company has allegedly been helping Russia bypass sanctions Iurii Gugnin, the founder of Evita Pay, has been arrested in New York and charged with laundering more than $500 million into the US through cryptocurrency, according to the US Department of Justice. Federal prosecutors allege Gugnin used his crypto payments firm to help sanctioned Russian