The Main Event begins with early chip leaders emerging as the field builds The 2026 Roughrider South Dakota State Poker Championship Main Event is now in progress, with early chip counts beginning to take shape. The tournament is part of the Roughrider Poker Tour schedule and is drawing a mix of regional regulars and traveling
Month: April 2026
High Five Tournament Series Returns this Sunday
We’re bringing back the High Five Tournament Series starting this Sunday, April 19th, and it’s shaping up to be one of the biggest series of the spring. With $4 Million total guaranteed through Thursday, April 23rd, there’s no shortage of 420-inspired action. 10 Tournaments Running Daily Throughout the series, we’ll be running 10 tournaments per
The White House Hopes to Spur Action on Stalled Cryptocurrency Bills
Officials are pushing Congress to advance delayed crypto market structure legislation before elections The White House has intensified efforts to encourage Congress to advance bills on cryptocurrency market structures ahead of the midterm elections. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, along with senior policy advisers, has publicly supported the bill, emphasizing the need for regulatory clarity in
Strategies for Betting on ‘To Win a Set’ Markets
Successful set betting often depends more on context than on overall player reputation “To win a set” markets occupy a useful middle ground in sports betting because they focus on a specific segment of a match rather than the final result or individual points. That narrower focus creates opportunities for bettors who understand how matches
Leveraging Software Tools for Hand Analysis in Online Pai Gow
Software tools can improve Pai Gow decision-making by making hand-setting analysis more consistent Pai Gow Poker is often viewed as a slower and more methodical casino game, but its pace can hide how much precision is required to play well. Because the game revolves around setting two hands correctly, small strategic errors can accumulate over
Reno, Nevada Eyes New Venture Featuring a Casino and Sports Complex
Reno is reviewing a $350 million mixed-use project anchored by a soccer stadium City officials in Reno, Nevada are reviewing a proposal for a large-scale development known as The Boulevard Reno, which would combine a soccer stadium, casino, hotel, and entertainment complex. The project is planned for a 28-acre site and carries an estimated cost
Kristen Foxen Earns Sixth PGT Title at the US Poker Open
Foxen captured a $198,000 victory in the $10,000 USPO event Kristen Foxen secured another PokerGO Tour title after winning a $10,000 buy-in event at the U.S. Poker Open in Las Vegas, earning $198,000. The tournament attracted 66 entries and paid the top 10 finishers, making it the first five-figure buy-in event of the 2026 series.
Recognizing Hot vs. Cold Situations in the Community Cards
Board texture shifts decision-making more than most players admit One of the most important intermediate poker skills is learning how to read community-card texture accurately. Some flops create immediate action because they connect with a wide range of hands and drawing combinations. Others are comparatively dry and limit the number of realistic draws available. Understanding
Upcoming Aria Poker Classic to Feature $4M GTD Event
Aria’s summer poker schedule returns with a $4 million guaranteed championship highlight. The Aria Poker Classic will return to Las Vegas beginning May 27. The annual event will be anchored by a $4 million guaranteed BetMGM Championship and a full slate of tournaments across multiple formats. The series runs through July 12 and overlaps with
AI Bots vs. Crypto Poker: The Anti-Cheat Arms Race
How AI bot networks are threatening crypto poker integrity—and the detection arms race platforms, players, and regulators are now fighting.
Timing Crypto Poker Buy-Ins: Avoid Buying High, Selling Low
How crypto price volatility silently erodes poker bankrolls—and the strategies players use to avoid buying high and cashing out low.
Crypto Poker Welcome Bonuses: Calculate True Value
How to calculate the real value of a crypto poker welcome bonus—clearing mechanics, rake requirements, expiration traps, and red flags players miss.











