Defending the Big Blind Against Late Position Raises January 23, 2026 Mix calls, folds, and three-bets to turn a vulnerable spot into a steady source of long-term value Defending the big blind is one of the most common and challenging spots in poker, especially when facing raises from late position. Because you already have money invested, folding too often can slowly drain your stack. At the
Poker Players Still Face Uphill Battle in One Big Beautiful Bill Reform January 23, 2026 An attempt to make changes to the tax structure included in the bill continues to fail Efforts to roll back a controversial tax change affecting gamblers hit another wall this week, leaving poker players and other bettors still facing an uphill fight. Lawmakers attempted to restore the full deduction for gambling losses but failed to
3 Things NLHE Players Need To Know Before Playing Short Deck Poker January 23, 2026 Short Deck Poker (SDP) has been gaining steam over the last few years, attracting action players who enjoy playing more hands and going all in more often. With all cards between 2-5 removed from the deck, there are far more opportunities to make a big hand. If you’re coming from a No Limit Hold’em background,
BitGo Prices IPO at $18 a Share Ahead of Expected NYSE Trading Today January 22, 2026 BitGo’s debut places it among a small group of crypto-focused firms to reach US public markets BitGo has set the price for its initial public offering at $18 per share, clearing the way for its expected first day of trading on the New York Stock Exchange later today. The crypto custody firm will trade under
How To Find Hidden Value in Soccer Prop Bets January 22, 2026 Tracking which prop types perform best helps refine focus, turning prop betting into a structured process Finding hidden value in soccer prop bets starts with looking beyond popular markets like match winners and totals. Props often receive less attention from oddsmakers, which can create pricing gaps for bettors willing to dig deeper. Player-focused props are
Strategies for Managing Long Losing Streaks in Respin Slots January 22, 2026 Accepting losing streaks as part of the experience helps you stay disciplined and focused Long losing streaks are a common part of playing respin slots, especially because these games often rely on delayed feature triggers. Understanding that dry spells are built into the math helps set realistic expectations before a session even begins. One of
New Bill to Allow Fairfax County, VA, To Host a Casino Emerges January 22, 2026 The bill’s approval would only be one among several steps needed for the project to advance A new push to bring casino gaming to Northern Virginia is back in the General Assembly. Senate Majority Leader Scott Surovell has introduced legislation that would allow Fairfax County to host a casino, reviving a proposal that stalled during
Venezuelan Player Takes Down the WPT Lucky Hearts Poker Open January 22, 2026 1,229 players created a prize pool of $3,932,800 that beat the $3M guarantee The 2026 World Poker Tour (WPT) season opened in Florida with the WPT Lucky Hearts Poker Open at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood. The $3,500 Championship drew a huge turnout, with 1,229 players creating a prize pool of $3,932,800
Tips for Playing Short Deck Poker in High Stakes Environments January 22, 2026 Identifying who over-bluffs, who calls too wide, and who adjusts poorly allows you to exploit edges Playing Short Deck Poker at high stakes demands sharper adjustments than the standard game. With fewer cards in the deck, hand values shift and variance increases. Players must be prepared for faster swings, thinner edges, and opponents who are
First Events in the 2026 PokerGO Tour Schedule Revealed January 22, 2026 The initial leg of the series begins January 26 with the PGT Kickoff at the PokerGO Studio The PokerGO Tour has shared the opening stretch of its 2026 schedule, setting the stage for a busy start to the new season in Las Vegas. The early calendar features several familiar stops and formats, with high buy-ins
Stablecoin Blockchain Noble to Move from Cosmos to Ethereum January 21, 2026 The move is meant to help the project gain access to a potentially larger user base Stablecoin-focused blockchain Noble has announced plans to leave the Cosmos ecosystem and relaunch as an Ethereum-compatible network. The project says the move is aimed at improving developer access and expanding its technical capabilities as it shifts toward broader real-world
The Impact of Off-Field Issues on NFL Player Prop Bets January 21, 2026 Off-field issues don’t guarantee poor results, but ignoring them can leave you exposed to risk NFL player prop bets are often built around stats, matchups, and recent form, but off-field issues can quietly shift the odds. News away from the field can affect preparation, focus, and even playing time, all of which matter for individual