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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.

Shock Video: Dan Bilzeriean Says 'The Only Battle I See Worth Fighting is Exterminating Israel'

Dan Bilzerian on video
Mike "The Mouth" Matusow calls for blacklisting of the one time "King of Instagram".
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Casualty of War: Mixed Game Poker Festival in Las Vegas Canceled

War Iran
Cardplayer Lifestyle Mixed Game Festival typically features daily.mixed cash games with stakes of $4/$8 and $8/$16 and higher stakes upon request. Its organizer is stuck in Israel due to the conflict.
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Chumba Casino Founder Hit With Fresh Set of Drug-Related Allegations

Laurence Escalante
Australian billionaire and founder of some of the biggest names in sweepstakes casinos is now facing a fresh set of drug-related charges following his arrest for domestic abuse last month.
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These Casino Games Are Widely Considered Among the Most Popular in Ireland as We Kick Off 2026

Ireland
Ireland has long played a special role ever since the advent of online gambling. Some of the most prominent brands in the sector called Ireland home since the early 2000's.
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SCOTUSblog Co-Founder and High Stakes Poker Player Thomas Goldstein Convicted in Tax Evasion Case

Thomas Goldstein
A prominent Supreme Court litigator who also published a popular blog about the nation’s highest court was convicted Wednesday of tax evasion and related charges stemming from his secretive lifestyle as an ultra-high-stakes poker player.
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PokerStars No More? FanDuel Poker Rebrand Coming

PokerStars
Plus FanDuel launches sportsbook in El San Juan Hotel in Puerto Rico.
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Galveston Area Mayor Busted for Illegal Gambling Speaks Out

Galveston County Sheriff Jimmy Fullen
"I have been charged by the State with offenses as a private citizen and business owner. Neither my work as Mayor for the City of Hitchcock nor my work as an administrator for Hitchcock Independent School District has been implicated in these charges."
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Virginia Inches Closer to Allowing Online Casinos, Poker

Online casino
This week, the Senate passed Senate Bill 118 that would regulate online casinos by a narrow 19-17 vote.
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Mobile Poker Trends Fuel Rising Engagement in a Crypto World

bitcoin laptop
Everyone seems glued to their phones these days, and it’s reshaping where and how people play. Since early 2024, card game lovers have flocked to mobile, a shift you can see in the surging numbers for online on smartphones and tablets. But it isn’t just about convenience now. Tech keeps evolving, and with crypto payment options jumping onboard, traditional lines are blurring fas
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Global Poker, Chumba Casino Founder Recently Arrested on Assault and Drug Charges

Laurence Escalante o a sports car
Virtual Gaming Worlds billionaire founder Laurence Escalante appeared in a Perth, Australia court last week to face multiple criminal charges that include aggravated assault occasioning bodily harm, aggravated home burglary, theft, and criminal damage or destruction of property.
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The Top Poker Tournaments Taking Over the Globe

Poker dealer with chips and cards
Poker just doesn't ever really stop, but the past few years have been especially crazy. As we reminisce about last year and make plans to do it all again in 2026, people are already buzzing with excitement.
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Mobile Poker Trends Fuel Rising Engagement in a Crypto World

Laptop and Bitcoin
Since early 2024, card game lovers have flocked to mobile, a shift you can see in the surging numbers for online on smartphones and tablets. But it isn’t just about convenience now.
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Planet Hollywood Poker Room to Shutter After Just Six Months

Sorry We're Closed sign
The closure leaves just 18 poker rooms in Las Vegas, generating a combined revenue of nearly $240 a year.
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Matusow Followers Turn on Poker Player in Wake of Latest Minneapolis ICE Fatal Shooting

Mike Matusow with Make America Great red hat on
Matusow draws sharp criticism for post about incident with around 75% of his followers rebuking him.
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Gambling Industry Working Hard to Remove Big Beautiful Bill Gambling Tax: Hearings Held

Congresswoman Titus
U.S. Rep. Dina Titus (D-Nev.) presented her FAIR BET Act for inclusion in the legislation, which would allow individuals to deduct 100% of their gambling losses.
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Mini Online Super Series at ACR Poker Have Arrived for 2026: $2 Million Guaranteed

50 events at ACR Poker
Small buy-ins, serious guarantees, and absolutely no reason not to fire.
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Unlock Your Seat for Dual Mystery Bounty Venoms

Venom Vault
You will receive a free key to crack open the Vault and claim a prize. Inside, you could find satellite tickets, cash, or the ultimate reward: the Golden Key, unlocking a free seat to one of our upcoming Mystery Bounty Venom events.
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ACR Poker Venom Fever Satellites Announced for January 12th – February 1st

ACR Poker Venom Fever Satellites
Hundreds of seats were available for the Dual Mystery Bounty Venoms at ACR Poker. These are currently running and go through February 1, 2026.
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Dual Mystery Bounty Venoms for January 2026 Feature Massive Cash Prizes

Life changing bounties
The new Dual Mystery Bounty Venom tournaments kicked off at ACR Poker Sunday (January 18) and run through February 2. You will not want to miss the opportunity to qualify for some amazing cash prizes.
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Jeff Nadu: 'NBA Mafia Poker Scammer' Shane Hennen Among Those Indicted in Point Shaving Plot

Shane Hennen
Nadu says "I've heard through all different sources that he's been an informant for years."
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Potomac Winter Poker Open Returns to MGM National Harbor February 11-23

Potomac Winter Poker Open Returns to MGM National Harbor February 11-23
The Potomac Winter Poker Open is making its grand return to MGM National Harbor, February 11-23. The Capital Region’s premier poker tournament will feature a new format showcasing a variety of multi-day tournaments, mixed games and a charity series, more
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Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood Partners with MSPT for 2026 Rock ‘N’ Roll Poker Open

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood Partners with MSPT for 2026 Rock ‘N’ Roll Poker Open
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood has entered a two-year partnership beginning in 2026 with the Major Series of Poker, The Tour to host the MSPT season-ending championship as part of the Rock ‘N’ Roll Poker Open.
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Mike Haven: ' ClubWPTGold Aren't Even Trying to Advertise Themselves as a Legitimate Poker Site'

ClubWPT Gold
From variance to RTGs, players offer their own critiques of ClubWPTGold, both good and bad, with TwoPlusTwo Super Moderator not impressed.
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Online Poker Guide — Beginner Tips & Strategy

Online Poker Guide
A clear online poker guide for beginners with practical strategy, rules and tips to help you understand how to play and improve results.
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Nevada Casinos, Lawmakers Eager to Reverse Change in Gambling Tax Deductions

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Poker Hall of Famer Erik Seidel has won 10 World Series of Poker bracelets while earning tens of millions of dollars in tournaments. But like many less prominent players, he’s now rethinking his career thanks to a federal tax change that will soon make gambling less profitable.
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Top Trending: Panthers-Bucs Game Props, Miami Heat, Trae Young Odds and More...

Trae Young
BetOnline released odds on Trae Young's next team with the Miami Heat favored. Three of the top five searches coming into Gambling911 were related to the Heat and Young.
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Indicted Surpeme Court Lawyer Names Names for First Time: Says He Won $26M in Poker vs Dan Bilzerian Rival

Tom Goldstein in front of US Supreme Court building
A once highly regarded appellate lawyer and founder/co-founder of SCOTUSblog, Tom Goldstein, claims he won more than $26 million in heads-up poker matches against a fellow poker player, Alec Gores.
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Celebrity Poker Player, Trump Supporter James Woods: 'Rob (Reiner) Literally Saved My Career'

James Woods on Jesse Waters Show
Despite their political differences, Woods appears on Jesse Waters show. "I want from basically being out of a job to getting an Academy Award nomination and I give all the credit to Rob."
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Titus Urges Committee Chairman to Put Bill Eliminating Gambling Tax Provision on Calendar

Nevada Rep Dina Titus
US President Donald Trump earlier in the week indicated he would consider supporting eliminating the new gambling tax.
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Blazers Head Coach Chauncey Billups Lists $4.2M Lake Oswego Home Amid Poker Scheme Charges

Chauncy Billops home listing
Portland Blazers head coach Chauncey Billops has placed his Lake Oswego home on sale for an asking price of $4.2 million amid a massive probe into his alleged ties to a mob-run poker game syndicate.
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North Carolina

North Carolina February Sports Betting Numbers See Lowest Paid Wagers Since August, But an Increase Over Last Year

In February, the gross wagering revenue for the state's licensed interactive sports wagering operators totaled $58,058,337. After the 18 percent tax rate is applied, the estimated tax proceeds for the month would be $10,450,501.
MrBeast

MrBeast Video Editor Fired Over Alleged Insider Trading at Kalshi

Kalshi announced last month that a user who traded about $4,000 on streaming markets related to MrBeast videos with “near-perfect” success turned out to be an employee of Beast Industries who “likely had access to material non-public information.”
Florida gambling bust

These Were the Jacksonville Area Establishments Hit By Last Week's Gambling Raids Across Florida: Most Remain Open

Authorities seized 525 gaming machines and nearly $200,000 in cash over a 48 hour period the end of this past week. Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier said the number is likely to continue rising as the investigation progresses.
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Tulsi Gabbard Next Trump Cabinet Member to Be Fired According to Oddsmakers at BetOnline

Kristi Noem is out as Secretary of Homeland Security following a string of missteps in the position.