Thailand Moving Forward with Recognizing Poker as a Sport September 12, 2025 Despite the new PM’s attitude toward gambling, poker will reportedly be spared Thailand is moving ahead with recognizing poker as a sport, with the government reaffirming its position despite ongoing public debate. Deputy Prime Minister and Acting Minister of Interior Phumtham Wechayachai confirmed that the policy remains in place and stressed that there will be
Avalanche Foundation Looks To Raise up to $1B for Crypto-Stacking Vehicles September 11, 2025 The nonprofit supporting the Avalanche blockchain is looking for new funding sources The Avalanche Foundation, the nonprofit supporting the Avalanche blockchain, is working on an ambitious fundraising plan that could bring in up to $1 billion for new crypto-related projects. According to reports, the foundation is holding discussions with investors about setting up a digital
Analyzing Public and Sharp Money To Gain an Edge in Soccer Betting September 11, 2025 By paying attention to how both money shapes the odds, you can spot value plays When it comes to soccer betting, one of the most important factors for serious bettors is understanding the difference between public money and sharp money. Public money refers to the wagers placed by casual fans who often bet with their
Live Blackjack Party Strategies for High Rollers September 11, 2025 By blending discipline with selective aggression, players can enjoy a calculated, profitable game High rollers stepping into a live blackjack party face a different environment compared to casual players. The atmosphere is louder, more social, and often filled with distractions that can shift focus away from the table. For players betting at higher stakes, having
Bid for Casino at New York’s Citi Field Draws Criticism September 11, 2025 Steve Cohen’s proposed casino project is facing backlash as final submissions are due The debate over billionaire Steve Cohen’s proposed casino and entertainment complex next to Citi Field is heating up in Queens. A packed public hearing at Borough Hall this week saw supporters and opponents of the $8 billion Metropolitan Park project trading chants
South Carolina Poker Player Gary Watts Challenges State Over Poker Laws September 11, 2025 Watts argues that police had no right to raid his game and make arrests Gary Watts, a South Carolina poker player, is taking the state to court in a case that could reshape how private poker games are treated under local law. Watts argues that he and his friends were unfairly targeted when authorities raided
The Role of Luck vs. Skill in Heads-Up Poker September 11, 2025 The best heads-up players thrive because they learn how to minimize the impact of bad luck In heads-up poker, the constant back-and-forth between luck and skill is more obvious than in almost any other poker format. With only two players at the table, every hand is contested, and there is no room to wait around
PokerStars Cancels First Fall COOP in 9 Years Due to ‘System Upgrade’ September 11, 2025 The poker platform is allegedly unable to schedule the upgrade at another time PokerStars has announced it will not be hosting its Fall Championship of Online Poker (COOP) in the US this year, ending a nine-year streak. The operator cited ongoing “platform upgrades” as the reason for the cancellation, signaling that technical changes and future
Gemini Has High Expectations for Its IPO, Eyes $3B Valuation September 10, 2025 Gemini has upped the ante in its bid to launch an IPO Crypto exchange Gemini has raised expectations for its public debut, setting its sights on a valuation above $3 billion. The firm, founded by Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, disclosed in an updated filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission that it now intends to
Reading Pre-Match Tennis Interviews Can Give You a Moneyline Edge September 10, 2025 In tight matchups, insights can make the difference between a winning and losing moneyline bet Pre-match tennis interviews are often overlooked by bettors, but they can provide valuable information that influences how you approach moneyline wagers. While statistics, rankings, and recent results are the backbone of betting analysis, the way players talk about themselves, their
Navigating Multi-Level Online Slot Tournaments September 10, 2025 Balance risk with smart play to increase your chances of thriving all the way to the final table Multi-level online slot tournaments add an extra layer of excitement compared to standard slot competitions, offering players a structured path that often resembles advancing through stages in a video game. Unlike single-level tournaments where you simply play
Thailand Can Give up on Casino Plans as New Anti-Gambling PM Sworn In September 10, 2025 PM Anutin Charnvirakul has repeatedly expressed his opposition to the plans Thailand’s path toward casino legalization appears to have come to a halt with the appointment of Anutin Charnvirakul as the country’s new Prime Minister. The 59-year-old leader of the Bhumjaithai Party was elected on September 5 after securing 311 votes in parliament, comfortably surpassing