Germany’s Rayo Kniep Takes Down WSOP Circuit Thunder Valley Main Event October 8, 2025 The California resident has earned his second WSOPC ring after dominating the tourney Germany’s Rayo Kniep captured the 2025 World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) Thunder Valley Main Event title, taking home $185,458 and his second career WSOPC gold ring. Now based in Northern California, Kniep dominated from start to finish, ending each day as
Online vs. Live: Different Strategies for Heads-Up Play October 8, 2025 The best heads-up players thrive by blending data-driven logic online and human intuition Heads-up poker demands adaptability, and the strategies that work online often differ from those used in live games. While both formats require aggression, observation, and precise decision-making, the pace, player tendencies, and available information create two distinct experiences. Adjusting to these factors
EPT Malta Event Sees Rare Hand Edge Out Another Rare Hand October 8, 2025 Two players scored a Broadway straight, but only one would win the hand A wild hand during the European Poker Tour (EPT) Malta turned heads when one player’s Ace-Queen suited ran straight into the same hand, only to lose to poker’s rarest possible outcome. The hand took place on Day 3 of the €1,650 (US$1,920)
Bitcoin ETFs Are Paying off Amid Skyrocketing Valuations October 7, 2025 Inflows are surging as more attention is being paid to the cryptocurrency space Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the US are paying off for investors as inflows surge alongside record-setting prices. On Monday, Bitcoin hit a new all-time high of over $126,000, driving the second-largest day of ETF inflows since their launch. Data from CoinGlass
The Risk of Chasing Losses in Baseball Betting October 7, 2025 The best way to avoid chasing losses is to view baseball betting as a marathon, not a sprint Chasing losses is one of the most common and dangerous habits in baseball betting. It happens when a bettor increases their wager size after a loss, trying to recover previous losses quickly. While it might seem like
Debunking Myths About Megaways Slots Gambling October 7, 2025 Understand the truth about Megaways slots to improve your game Megaways slots have become one of the most popular innovations in online gambling, yet many misconceptions still surround them. Being able to separate truth from fiction could help you improve the experience. Players often assume these games are harder to win or more unpredictable than
Japan Could Be Ready to Start Next Phase of Casino Expansion October 7, 2025 The country doesn’t even have its first IR operational, but is already looking at growth Japan may soon enter the next stage of its casino expansion plan, with local governments preparing for a new round of bids to host integrated resorts (IRs). This is well before the first IR is operational. According to reports from
Three Pro Baseball Players Suspended for Playing Online Poker October 7, 2025 Taiwan’s Chinese Professional Baseball League has benched and fined the players Three pitchers from Taiwan’s Chinese Professional Baseball League (CPBL) have been suspended for participating in online gambling, including poker. The players — Guo Yu-yan, Chen Guan-hao, and Wu Yu-cheng of the TSG Hawks — were found to have played online Texas Hold’em, prompting swift
Focusing on Long-Term Strategy vs. Short-Term Gain in PLO Tournaments October 7, 2025 Long-term strategy in PLO tournaments is about embracing variance, managing risk, and trusting the math Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) tournaments are some of the most unpredictable in poker, where even the best players can experience massive swings. Because of this volatility, a long-term strategy often outweighs short-term gain. Players who focus solely on quick results usually
Continued Decline in WSOPE Participation Could Expedite Changes October 7, 2025 The Main Event has seen a drop in attendance every year for the past three years Participation numbers for the 2025 World Series of Poker Europe (WSOPE) have continued to slide, raising questions about whether the event’s long stay in Rozvadov, Czech Republic, may finally come to an end. The €10,350 (US$12,110) Main Event attracted
Walmart-Owned OnePay Moves Into the Crypto Space October 6, 2025 The move will offer crypto trading and custody in the app Walmart-owned financial platform OnePay is preparing to take a major step into digital assets, with plans to introduce cryptocurrency trading and custody features later this year. According to a CNBC report citing insider sources, the company will begin by supporting Bitcoin (BTC) and Ether
Exploring Different Types of UFC Bets: From Moneylines to Props October 6, 2025 Mixing props, method bets and moneylines in a parlay can yield large payouts when chosen wisely Betting on UFC fights offers a wide range of options that go far beyond simply picking a winner. Understanding each type of bet helps bettors make smarter choices and manage risk more effectively. The most common wager is the