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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.

Records Shattered at $5 Million Venom Online Poker Tournament

Records Shattered at $5 Million Venom Online Poker Tournament

A recap of Day1A of the monumentous Venom tournament finds that all records have been shattered at the world's fastest growing online poker room, Americas Cardroom.   The great news is, there is still time to enter for your chance at a guaranteed $1 million first place prize.

Submitted by Ace King on, Jul/15/2019

Poker Player at Fault Following WSOP Dealer Chip Counting Error?

Poker Player at Fault Following WSOP Dealer Chip Counting Error?

While much of the focus in the poker world was on the final table determination for the 2019 World Series of Poker Main Event this past weekend, there was another big story that had everyone talking.

Submitted by Ace King on, Jul/15/2019

Gambling and Sports Betting News Wire - July 15, 2019

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Monday July 15, 2019.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jul/15/2019

Meet the 2019 WSOP Main Event Final Table

Meet the 2019 WSOP Main Event Final Table

The 2019 WSOP Main Event table is set and here are your finalists

Submitted by Guest on, Jul/14/2019

Gambling and Sports Betting News Wire - July 14, 2019

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Sunday July 14, 2019.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jul/14/2019

Poker Player Dennis Blieden Faces Prosecution Over $22m

Poker Player Dennis Blieden Faces Prosecution Over $22m

A one-time poker pro was found guilty of embezzlement Thursday by a grand jury.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Jul/13/2019

Gambling and Sports Betting News Wire - July 13, 2019

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Saturday July 13, 2019.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jul/13/2019

Gambling and Sports Betting News Wire - July 12, 2019

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Friday July 12, 2019.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jul/12/2019

Antonio Esfandiari Making Things Interesting at This Year's Main Event

One of poker's all-time biggest money earners, Antonio Esfandiari, was among the 106 players still alive at this year's World Series of Poker Main Event Thursday.

Submitted by Ace King on, Jul/11/2019

Gambling and Sports Betting News Wire - July 11, 2019

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Thursday July 11, 2019.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jul/11/2019

PokerStars First in PA: Soft Launch Monday

PokerStars First in PA: Soft Launch Monday

The Stars Group and its marquee brand PokerStars will be soft launching their online poker room in Pennsylvania this coming Monday.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jul/10/2019

888poker Qualifier Morrone Leads WSOP Main Event; 354 Advance to Day 5

888poker Qualifier Morrone Leads WSOP Main Event; 354 Advance to Day 5

The atmosphere late on Day 4 of the World Series of Poker Main Event couldn't be any more different than just 24 hours earlier.

Submitted by Ace King on, Jul/10/2019

Gambling and Sports Betting News Wire - July 10, 2019

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Wednesday July 10, 2019.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jul/10/2019

Preben Stokkan Leads Tuesday WSOP Main Event Field After Dropping Down to One Chip

Preben Stokkan Leads Tuesday WSOP Main Event Field After Dropping Down to One Chip

Preben Stokkan will come into Tuesday's World Series of Poker Main Event leading the pack with 2,184,000.  Amazingly, he had dropped down to just a single chip ahead of the first break of the day Monday.

Submitted by Ace King on, Jul/09/2019

Demographic Breakdown of Second Largest WSOP Main Event on Record

Demographic Breakdown of Second Largest WSOP Main Event on Record

Yes it's true, poker is back with a vengeance!  This is the second largest field in the World Series of Poker Main Event ever recorded, the largest being 2008.

Submitted by Ace King on, Jul/09/2019

Phil Hellmuth Busts Out of Main Event

Phil Hellmuth Busts Out of Main Event

15-time World Series of Poker bracelet winner Phil Hellmuth is done.

Submitted by Ace King on, Jul/08/2019

Unibet One Billionth Hand

Unibet One Billionth Hand

Unibet's online poker site was set to hit its one billionth hand in the coming days.

Submitted by Ace King on, Jul/08/2019

2nd Player Disqualified From WSOP for Throwing Shoe

2nd Player Disqualified From WSOP for Throwing Shoe

A second World Series of Poker Main Event player has been disqualified, this time for dropping his shirt and throwing a shoe.

Submitted by Ace King on, Jul/08/2019

Play Mobile Online Poker Now From Texas

Play Mobile Online Poker Now From Texas

You can play online poker from your mobile device either for free or real money from Texas at Americas Cardroom.

Submitted by Ace King on, Jul/01/2019

Is Online Poker Legal in Colorado?

Is Online Poker Legal in Colorado?

Online poker is not regulated in the state of Colorado, however, that doesn't mean sites cannot be accessed from the state for real money play. Americas Cardroom accepts players from Colorado for real money play, free play and sports betting.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Jun/30/2019

Can I Play Online Poker From Arizona

Can I Play Online Poker From Arizona

Online poker is accessible to those living in Arizona via AmericasCardroom.

Submitted by Ace King on, Jun/30/2019

Craig Wright Tells Federal Court No Access to $10 Billion Bitcoin Fortune

Craig Wright Tells Federal Court No Access to $10 Billion Bitcoin Fortune

Dr. Craig Wright, who claims to be the real creator of Bitcoin, Satoshi Nakamoto, has told a court he is in unable to access his $10 billion dollar fortune.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jun/29/2019

Some of the best & worst poker reactions

 

Professional poker is high stakes, high octane, high everything. Hundreds and thousands of dollars, pounds, and Euros are called and raised for pots that can make or break a player’s career. For the casual poker player flipping cards at the best online casinos, this might seem like a daunting prospect but these guys (and girls) eat chips for breakfast - and not the potato kind!

Submitted by Payton on, Jun/26/2019

Online Super Series Cub3d Returns July 21st to August 18th

Online Super Series Cub3d Returns July 21st to August 18th

The colossal OSS Super Series Cub3d returns to Americas Cardroom for a 7th time with over $13 Million in total guarantees. The OSS Cub3d features four weeks of incredible online poker tournaments for every type of player.

Submitted by Ace King on, Jun/25/2019

$1 Million First Place Prize Online Tournament Venom Returns at ACR

$1 Million First Place Prize Online Tournament Venom Returns at ACR

We're not talking a $1 million cash prize pool here.  This is your chance to win $1 million all to yourself with the upcoming $1 Million Venom online poker tournament, the first of its kind. 

Submitted by Ace King on, Jun/25/2019

Switzerland Begins Blocking Access to Foreign Online Gambling Sites

Switzerland Begins Blocking Access to Foreign Online Gambling Sites

Switzerland will begin blocking access to foreign online gambling sites beginning July 1.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jun/24/2019

Televised Poker Returns to Colorado

In a matter of weeks, the nationally televised Heartland Poker Tour (HPT) will return to Colorado for a 12-day event at Golden Gates Casino & Poker Parlour. Since its first trip to Colorado in 2007, HPT has awarded over $25 million in Main Event prize pool money to poker players in the Centennial State.

In a matter of weeks, the nationally televised Heartland Poker Tour (HPT) will return to Colorado for a 12-day event at Golden Gates Casino & Poker Parlour. Since its first trip to Colorado in 2007, HPT has awarded over $25 million in Main Event prize pool money to poker players in the Centennial State.

Submitted by Press Release on, Jun/24/2019

CEO Phil Nagy Talks Americas Cardroom Expansion, New Software, Tournaments (Podcast)

CEO Phil Nagy Talks Americas Cardroom Expansion, New Software, Tournaments (Podcast)

We are in beautiful Costa Rica sitting down with some of our favorite people. 

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jun/20/2019

Poker Pro Spared Prison Term: Indictment Unsealed Tuesday

Poker Pro Spared Prison Term: Indictment Unsealed Tuesday

A federal magistrate has spared a Wichita businessman prison time after he pleaded guilty for his role in concealing the transfer of betting information from illegal poker games. 

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Jun/18/2019

David Lambard, Adam Friedman Latest WSOP Bracelet Winners

David Lambard, Adam Friedman Latest WSOP Bracelet Winners

David Lambard has won the $3000 No-Limit Hold'em Shootout Victor, Adam Friedman won the $10,000 Dealers Choice 6-Handed.  Both walk away with bracelets and lots of cash.

Submitted by Ace King on, Jun/18/2019

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9 Casino Games You Need To Try In 2025

 

Most gamblers find a game they enjoy and stick to it. But this can really limit your casino experience. There are many classic table games that you may never have considered, as well as game varieties within your favorite genres. Online casinos and brick-and-mortar establishments are constantly refreshing their offerings to keep games exciting, and you need to take advantage of this. To make the most of your time and money, why not try one of these nine casino games this year?