3 Mistakes NLH Players Make In PLO January 9, 2026 No-limit hold’em (NLH) players who struggle to make a profit playing pot limit Omaha (PLO) are often making at least one of these mistakes. Here’s how to avoid making them yourself and what to do instead. Mistake #1 Backward Thinking They play their SPR (stack-to-pot ratio) backwards. They tighten up when they’re short and play
UK’s FCA could soon begin accepting crypto licensing applications January 9, 2026 Those that fail to secure a license by the 2027 deadline will be restricted from conducting new UK business The UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has established a definitive timeline for its new cryptocurrency licensing regime, with the application gateway scheduled to open in September 2026. Under the Financial Services and Markets Act (FSMA), all
How to Bet on Player Props During the NFL Playoffs January 9, 2026 Comparing the closing lines across multiple sportsbooks is essential for identifying positive expected value Betting on player props during the NFL playoffs requires a specialized approach that accounts for tightened roster rotations and the impact of January weather on offensive game scripts. In the postseason, coaching staffs frequently consolidate their playbooks around “bell cow” playmakers,
The Role of Randomness: Understanding Megaways Odds January 9, 2026 Successful long-term play requires strict bankroll management Megaways slot machines, pioneered by Big Time Gaming and widely adopted by providers like Pragmatic Play, utilize a Random Reel Modifier to change the number of symbols appearing on each reel during every spin. This mechanic can create up to 117,649 possible ways to win on a standard
Alabama could see renewed push for gambling legislation this year January 9, 2026 Rep. Phillip Ensler says he would push for gambling approval As the 2026 legislative session begins in Alabama, state lawmakers are preparing for a renewed effort to legalize a state lottery, sports betting, and casino gaming. A key figure in this movement is Rep. Phillip Ensler, who has recently integrated the issue into his platform
Dan ‘Jungleman’ Cates preparing for boxing match January 9, 2026 This matchup follows a tradition of “physicality bets” in poker High-stakes poker professional and two-time WSOP bracelet winner Dan “Jungleman” Cates is scheduled to make his sanctioned boxing debut on January 22. The event is sanctioned by the International Kickboxing Federation (IKF) and will take place at the Beverly Hills Fight Club in Southern California.
Strategic Use of Min-Raises in Satellites January 9, 2026 A clinical approach to pot control ensures you don unnecessarily risk your tournament life In satellite poker tournaments, the primary strategic objective is survival rather than chip accumulation. Because the payout structure is flat—awarding identical prizes to all qualifiers regardless of their final stack size—players must adopt a risk-averse approach that differs significantly from standard
Thailand wins big in GPI Player of the Year race January 9, 2026 Punnat Punsri took home the GPI POY title On January 7, the Global Poker Index (GPI) officially confirmed that Punnat Punsri has won the 2025 GPI Player of the Year title. This victory marks a historic milestone as Punsri becomes the first Asian player to ever secure the world’s top ranking. The race concluded in
How to Win More NBA Bets: Proven Strategies That Work January 9, 2026 Learning how to win more sports bets in the NBA requires systematic execution rather than relying on instinct. The regulated U.S. sports betting market processes over $8 billion annually in NBA wagers, with professional bettors maintaining win rates between 54-58% through disciplined strategy implementation. Sharp handicappers consistently beat recreational bettors by exploiting market inefficiencies and
5 Poker New Year’s Resolutions That Will Increase Your Bottom Line in 2026 January 9, 2026 Poker New Year’s resolutions always sound the same. Put in more volume, study more, move up in stakes, stop tilting. And for 99% of people, by the time February rolls around, everything’s back to exactly how it was the year before. So for 2026, I propose we try something different: instead of making the same
Solana Mobile Plans SKR Token for Seeker Phone January 8, 2026 The Seeker has already shown strong early demand, with over 150,000 devices shipped or pre-ordered globally Solana Mobile has officially confirmed that its native SKR token will launch on January 21, 2026. This digital asset is designed to serve as the backbone of the “Seeker” smartphone ecosystem, providing a new layer of decentralized governance and
Evaluating Coach Strategies and Their Impact on Betting January 8, 2026 By studying a coach’s history, you can identify patterns in how they handle injuries and high-pressure situations In sports betting, evaluating coaching strategies is often the difference between a winning ticket and a near-miss. Unlike player stats, which are largely quantitative, coaching impact is qualitative and requires a deep understanding of game management. A coach’s