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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.
29-Year Old Uber Driver Charged Suspected of Setting LA Fire That Ravaged Poker Pro James Woods Neighborhood
Authorities said they arrested a 29-year-old Florida man in connection with a deadly wildfire that ravaged a Los Angeles neighborhood in January.
Acting United States Attorney Bill Essayli identified the suspect as 29-year-old Jonathan Rinderknecht, an Uber driver.
Top Stories: 2025 World Poker Tour Rock ‘N’ Roll Poker Open Kicks Off November Nov. 19
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood and the World Poker Tour (WPT) are gearing up for tournament poker action when the Seminole Hard Rock “Rock ‘N’ Roll Poker Open” (RRPO) returns Wednesday, Nov. 19 to Wednesday, Dec. 3.
Unlock Your Shot at the Dual Venom PKOs: $5 Million GTD
The Venom PKOs aren’t your average tournaments. This is a two-fisted brawl for glory with the $5 Million GTD NLH and $1.5 Million GTD PLO, both kicking off Sunday, October 12th.
$10,300 High Stakes Buy-in Poker Tournament Promises Top Payouts
ACR Poker CEO Phil Nagy has just announced a new $10,300 high stakes buy-in with the top cash payout to be determined by the overall pool. Based on ACR Poker's global presence, we're likely talking a significant amount here
541 Seats Up for Grabs to the Dual Venom PKOs
Here is your opportunity to win a $2,650 seat in the ACR massive Venom PKO tourneys shouldn’t be just a fever dream—it can be your reality!
Venom Fever Satellites (October 6th–26th) are guaranteeing 541 seats (each valued at $2,650) to the $5 Million NLH and $1.5 Million PLO. Both events kick off Sunday, October 12th.
$5 Million GTD NLH PKO Venom ($2,650 Buy-in)
Get ready to throw down ACR Poker's two biggest Venom PKO tournaments ever—running side by side for the ultimate poker showdown. One features a guaranteed $5 million!!!! Buy-ins are $2650.
After the smash-hit dual Venom PKO’s last year, ACR Poker is back with even more action, bigger knockouts, and life-changing prizes.
These will take place in October with information appearing below.
Poker Playing Republican Politician Ted Cruz Defends Jimmy Kimmel
Suspended late night show host Jimmy Kimmel has the most unusual ally.
Top Trending: WSOP Bracelet Record Winner Phil Hellmuth: 'No One Believes in My Cash Game Prowess'
The self-proclaimed "Poker Brat" went on an epic rant Thursday.
Top Trending: Phil Hellmuth Offers $1 Million Poker Cash Game Challenge to His Critics: 'Talk is Cheap'
Poker pro Phil Hellmuth wants to silence his critics once and for all....by offering a $1 million cash game challenge
The Untold Advantage: Why Enhanced ID Verification Is Becoming Online Casinos’ Secret Weapon
Online casinos need to be secure and trustworthy for success. Operators are always looking for better protection. They need to secure their platforms from various threats, so enhanced ID verification is a powerful solution. This technology goes far beyond simple identity checks.
Top Trending: Gary Watts Lawsuit Claims Private Poker Games Not Illegal in South Carolina
Gary Watts Says SLED, the Irmo, police and State Law Enforcement Division (SLED) overstepped their boundaries and broke the law when they arrested him and ten other friends playing poker in a rented office suite last year.
OSS XL Reload Online Poker Bonus
If you like free money as we do here at Gambling911.com, what better time to take advantage of the current OSS XL bonus offer now available at ACR Poker - a 50% Crypto Reload Bonus up to $2,000. The OSS XL is $50 Million Guaranteed.
Scaling Your Poker Business with a Proven iGaming Platform
The poker industry has evolved rapidly over the past few decades. With the rise of online poker, operators now have the ability to reach players from all over the globe, offering them a thrilling and competitive environment right from their homes.
Online Super Series XL at ACR Poker to Guarantee $50 Million
The Online Super Series XL (OSS XL) is back—and it’s flexing harder than ever with over $50 million in guaranteed prize pools. We’re talking Main Events stacked higher than your favorite burger and enough multi-flight madness to make your mouse sweat.
Crew Arrested for Allegedly Stalking, Robbing Poker Players in Houston Area
A number of Houston area poker players this year have been followed home and robbed after leaving a local card room. Now police here have announced they arrested four individuals in connection with an attempted robbery last week.
Seminole Hard Rock Poker Open Big 4 Championships 2025 Winners Announced
For the tenth consecutive year, the Seminole Hard Rock Poker Open (SHRPO) concluded with the crowning of The Big 4 champions at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood.
Top Trending Gambling News: Doug Polk on News Nation 'What is Happening to Gambling in This Country is Wrong'
Poker pro Doug Polk this week appeared on NewsNation this week to discuss the state of gambling in the U.S. Polk says "What is happening to gambling in this country is wrong".
ACR Poker Slot Tournament Running Through August 3
Plus ACR Poker Injects Daily Dose of Thrill into Tournament Schedule with Launch of Daily Mystery Bounty Events
Top Trending Gambling News: Negreanu Takes on Sydney Sweeney's 'Great Jeans'Controversy
Critics argued that the phrase “great genes,” paired with Sweeney’s blonde hair and blue eyes, echoed eugenics....and now Kid Poker has chimed in....sort of.
Top Trending Gambling News: Former NBA Star Gilbert Arenas Charged With Running Illegal Poker Games
Arenas was arrested Wednesday along with five other people.
Top Trending Gambling News July 30: The National Heads-Up Poker Championship Returns
Gambling911.com has your top trending stories in the world of gaming, gambling, casinos, sports betting, crypto and more coming into Wednesday July 30, 2025 including a big fine lodged against Betfair for sending unlawful promotional messages to members of its VIP program without proper consent.
Why Operators Are Investing Big in Social Casino Games
The online gaming industry has never shied away from experimenting and innovating, continually seeking new ways for attracting users and squeezing out revenue. Over the last few years, though, there’s been one market, above all, being touted a good bit: social casino games.
Venom Vault: Unlock the Loot....$8 Million NLH + $2 Million PLO
It's here! Thursday, July 24th you can start cracking towards a $2,650 Venom seat with every single key guaranteeing a prize.
The Venom Fever: Over 850 Seats. Dozens of Ways In
Venom Fever has officially returned at ACR Poker and runs from July 27 through to August 24 with an $8 Million GTD NLH.
ACR Poker Unleashes Massive Dual Venom Tournaments With $10 Million GTD and Huge Bounties
Not only are the $2,650 buy-in Dual Venom tourneys offering huge guarantees, but there are massive bounties on the table for those who knockout their competitors. In the Venom NLH, eliminating just one opponent could earn a player the top bounty prize of $500,000.
Game On: The Most Online Casino-Friendly States in the US Mid-2025
If you’ve spent time tracking the rise of online gambling in the States, you’ll know things have been picking up fast lately. Not everywhere, of course, since some places are still figuring it out.
Michael Mizrachi Wins 2025 WSOP Main Event
Mizrachi was also inducted into The Poker Hall of Fame with a special exemption.
Why Augmented Reality Gaming Will Change How You Gamble Online Forever
AR gaming reshapes the scene of online gambling in ways unimaginable a few years ago. It is creating a world where casino symbols become more than pixels on a screen. They appear as if they are within your reach, blending with your real surroundings. This reality is quickly becoming possible with rapid AR advancements.
Leo Margets Makes History as First Woman in 30 Years To Reach WSOP Main Event Final Table
This WSOP Main Event final table is one for the history books, with Spain's Leo Margets becoming the first woman in 30 years to reach the final table
6 Tips to Take Your Online Poker Skills to the Next Level
Online poker is competitive and so much more technical than ever. If you’ve already mastered the basics and are looking to increase your skill, it’s time to rethink how you approach the game. Improving your online poker skills is so much more than just reading hands; it requires thinking out of the box. These tips aren’t recycled advice. They’re real adjustments that experienced players are making right now to stay ahead.
