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What are some of the hottest headlines in the world of poker? Here you will find all the latest juicy stories along with other important news and tournament results. A must read for the poker enthusiast with articles published throughout the day.

Where Can I Bet on the World Series of Poker Final Table - 2026?

The World Series of Poker main event is set to restart Monday, August 3, and betting will happen beyond the final table.

Submitted by Press Release on, Wed, 07/29/2026 - 17:48

How Do Online Poker Laws Vary Around the World?

Online poker has fast become a worldwide sensation, but the regulations change significantly in each region. Some jurisdictions adopt online poker wholeheartedly and openly, others regulate it to the tee, and some restrict players completely.

Submitted by Ace King on, Wed, 07/29/2026 - 13:05

The Professional Gambler: Fame, Fortune and Failure!

Casino dealer surrounded by slots in backdrop

Everyone has met that friend who swears they can beat the casino. They flash screenshots of wins, boast about secret systems, and brag about living like a king on chips and cards.

Submitted by Ace King on, Wed, 07/29/2026 - 08:35

Chevy Chase Maryland Supreme Court Litigator, Poker Pro Gets 6 Year Prison Sentence for Tax Evasion

A judge ordered Thomas Goldstein to serve 6 years behind bars without the possibility of parole plus five years of supervised release thereafter with a jury having found the retired Supreme Court litigator guilty on 12 counts that included tax evasion.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Sat, 07/25/2026 - 13:41

How Tournament Innovation Is Changing Online Poker

Online poker tournaments are evolving as new technology makes events easier to enter, follow, and manage. Mobile apps, satellite qualifiers, faster payments, and larger tournament networks are improving the experience from registration through to the final hand.

Submitted by Payton on, Fri, 07/24/2026 - 12:29

Alleged Staten Island Mob Capo Accused of Running Poker Rigging Scheme Requests Change of Plea Hearing

Portland Trailblazers head coach Chauncy Billups and former Miami Heat star Terry Rozier were also named in the related indictment.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Fri, 07/24/2026 - 11:02

Huntington Beach California Poker Pro Says He Was Hogtied and Robbed of His WSOP Winnings in Vegas

Jared Griener claims he was tackled to the ground immediately, tied up and the backpack containing his winnings was taken from him.

Submitted by Ace King on, Thu, 07/16/2026 - 17:51

Sean Perry Goes Off on Daniel Negreanu at WSOP Event

Pro sports bettor and poker player Sean Perry once referred to fellow poker pro Daniel Negreanu as "one of the biggest scums in poker".

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Sat, 07/11/2026 - 13:02

Two Pai Gow Poker Players Hit Six-Figure Jackpots Within Minutes of Each Other at Sacramento California Area Casino

Both players, who chose to remain anonymous, drew five aces in a game of Face Up Pai Gow Poker to win a combined $261,000.

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Fri, 06/26/2026 - 23:55

Lucchese Crime Family Members Plead Guilty to Racketeering Charges Tied to New Jersey Gambling Ring

Eight defendants with ties to a crime family pleaded guilty to their role in a New Jersey gambling business. They were among 42 indicted last year.

Submitted by Sourabh Patel on, Wed, 06/24/2026 - 19:38

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood Florida Announces 2026 Seminole Hard Rock Poker Open Dates

The Big 4” Four-Tournament Finale Carries a Combined $4.75 Million in Guaranteed Prize Pools.

Submitted by Press Release on, Sun, 06/21/2026 - 15:17

Kentucky AG Goes for the Trifecta Against Two Prediction Markets and Chumba Casino Parent

It's deja vu for the online gambling sector as Kentucky comes after companies once again

Submitted by C Costigan on, Thu, 06/18/2026 - 20:48

How PPPoker, X Poker and ClubGG Club Networks Changed Where Online Poker Volume Goes in 2026

Poker cards in front of laptop with online poker site

A model of networked poker clubs, operating across apps like PPPoker, X Poker, and ClubGG, is pulling serious volume away from traditional online poker rooms and into private, operator-run ecosystems.

Submitted by Ace King on, Wed, 06/17/2026 - 19:04

Poker Apps Can Be Played Just About Anywhere in the World Today, Even in the Middle East

ClubGG is a mobile subscription poker platform powered by the GGPoker network and has become incredibly popular across the globe. The app offers paid subscription tiers such as Standard and Platinum, allowing pokers to access satellites to participate in live tournaments.

Submitted by Ace King on, Mon, 06/15/2026 - 14:18

Death of Public Lobbies: Why Elite Grinders Go Private

The year 2026 has brought a stark realization for serious online poker players: the traditional, centralized poker lobby is rapidly losing its value. While major public platforms boast high vanity metrics and massive headline tournaments, the reality on the ground is far grim.

Submitted by Ace King on, Wed, 06/10/2026 - 13:00

Different Online Poker Formats and What Each Table Style Demands

Many people who get good at one version of poker assume that their skills will transfer to other variants pretty smoothly. After all, the cards are still the same, the hand rankings are likely the same, and it probably still contains elements of bluffing and people-reading skills.

Submitted by Ace King on, Mon, 06/08/2026 - 10:13

Mohegan Sun Casino in Connecticut Pays Out Two Big Jackpots in a Single Week

You are more likely to be struck by lightning over your lifetime than hit a four-card royal flush on one blackjack round that paid out one of the two big wins.

Submitted by Ace King on, Sun, 06/07/2026 - 11:21

Potomac Summer Poker Open Set for August 5-17 at MGM National Harbor in Maryland

More than $1,500,000 in guarantees across 23 thrilling events

Submitted by Press Release on, Fri, 06/05/2026 - 13:30

Seattle Washington Area Casinos Silver Dollar Mill Creek and Crazy Moose Mountlake Closing

Maverick Gaming is shutting down two of its Seattle, Washington-area casinos as part of its ongoing bankruptcy restructuring.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Thu, 06/04/2026 - 12:33

Why Variance Is the Hardest Concept for New Texas Hold'em Poker Players

Most new players can learn the rank order of poker hands in fifteen minutes. The rules of betting follow within a session. Pot odds, position, and basic hand selection take a few weeks.

Submitted by Ace King on, Mon, 06/01/2026 - 15:39

Round Rock Texas Poker Club Set to Reopen Day After Memorial Day Following March Raid

The Lodge Card Club, just outside of Austin, faced a legal crisis following a March 10, 2026, raid by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) over allegations of illegal gambling and money laundering.

Submitted by Ace King on, Wed, 05/20/2026 - 15:54

High Stakes Poker Pro Ye Shen Charged With Writing Two Bad Checks at Vegas Casino

Other poker players have accused Shen in the past of cheating.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Tue, 05/19/2026 - 23:21

Ian Cohen Wins WPT Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown Championship for $656,200

The WPT® Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown Championship concluded Wednesday, April 30 and it was Ian Cohen who claimed the title. Cohen secured the lion’s share of the $4.5 million prize pool, earning $656,200 for first place.

Submitted by Press Release on, Tue, 05/05/2026 - 10:36

St. Louis Poker Pro Who Won Over $7 Million Maurice Hawkins Files for Bankruptcy

Hawkins was notoriously beat up last fall.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Wed, 04/29/2026 - 09:47

Austin Texas Area Lodge Card Club to Reopen as All Charges Dropped

Seized funds and equipment will also be returned

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Tue, 04/28/2026 - 22:44

Poker Pro, WSOP Bracelet Winner and Author Sunny Mehta Hired as GM for New Jersey Devils

Mehta was a key part of the Florida management group that helped deliver back-to-back Stanley Cups in 2024 and 2025

Submitted by Ace King on, Sat, 04/18/2026 - 20:43

Prosecutors Drop Money Laundering Charges in Austin Texas Lodge Card Club Probe

Criminal charges have been dropped as none were filed by the 30-day deadline required.

Submitted by Ace King on, Sun, 04/12/2026 - 23:24

Poker Pro Dan Bilzerian Officially Files to Run for Congress in Florida

Bilzerian has claimed that the U.S. is "controlled by Jewish pedophiles" and called his opponent Randy Fine a "fat Jew".

Submitted by Ace King on, Thu, 04/09/2026 - 10:35

Circa Sports Calls Out Gambler Sean Perry's $300K NCAA Bet Flip

Sean Perry, a controversial poker pro turned gambling influencer, flashed the Circa ticket Friday night and hinted at his edge after the book capped him at $300k instead of $1 million.

Submitted by Tony Caliente on, Sun, 04/05/2026 - 16:45

Firm Launches Probe Into Round Rock Texas Lodge Card Club Layoffs, Alleges Violations of WARN Act

The WARN Act (Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act) is a federal law that requires certain employers to notify their employees, in writing, at least 60 days before a plant closing or mass layoff takes effect.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Thu, 04/02/2026 - 20:15

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