Mikita Badziakouski Has Now Earned Over $65 Million Playing Poker May 9, 2025 The 33-year-old Belarusian added another big win at the EPT in Monte Carlo Mikita Badziakouski continues to climb the ranks of poker’s elite, now surpassing the $65 million mark in career tournament earnings. The 33-year-old Belarusian added nearly $900,000 to his bankroll with victory in the €50,000 (US$56,000) High Roller at a 2025 European Poker
How to Adjust Your Strategy Against Different Types of Opponents With Small Pocket Pairs May 9, 2025 Small pocket pairs are never a guaranteed win, but can quietly build big pots with little risk Playing small pocket pairs—twos through sixes—can be a powerful part of your poker strategy, but how you use them should depend on the type of player sitting across from you. Against different opponents, these hands can either be
WPT Global Bans Player for Alleged Use of RTA May 9, 2025 An Irish poker player and streamer was caught for allegedly cheating, but there’s more to the story WPT Global has taken swift action to remove a player from its platform after concerns were raised about the use of real-time assistance (RTA) during online play. The player, known online as AlanFPoker, was seen with an Excel
At Least 60K Bitcoin Addresses Leaked in LockBit Hack May 8, 2025 The dark web site lost control of its affiliate panel, resulting in the breach A recent breach of LockBit’s dark web infrastructure has exposed nearly 60,000 Bitcoin addresses, raising new questions about the group’s financial network and operations. The leak came after hackers reportedly gained access to LockBit’s affiliate panel, a backend system used to
The Influence of NFL Schedule Strength on Futures Betting May 8, 2025 How the schedule plays out can greatly influence the outcome of bets When it comes to futures betting in the NFL, one of the most important and often debated factors is schedule strength. Bettors looking ahead to place wagers on things like win totals, division champions, or even Super Bowl winners often consider how difficult
Understanding the Differences Between RNG and Live Dealers in Lightning Roulette May 8, 2025 Both deliver unique gaming experiences that appeal to different types of players Lightning Roulette has become a popular variant of the classic game, and players can now enjoy it in two different formats: RNG (Random Number Generator) and live dealer. While both versions offer the same electrifying multipliers and overall layout, the player experience can
Pennsylvania Bill Would Reduce Minimum Slot Requirement May 8, 2025 Senate Bill 666 looks to significantly alter the state’s gambling market A new proposal in Pennsylvania could make things easier for casinos looking to adjust their operations. Senate Bill 666, introduced by Sen. Dan Laughlin, aims to reduce the minimum number of slot machines required for certain casinos to remain in compliance with state regulations.
Sebastian Malec Almost Scores Victory at EPT Monte Carlo May 8, 2025 The last big win for the Polish player was the WPT Main Event in Barcelona in 2016 Sebastian Malec is once again making headlines on the European Poker Tour, nearly grabbing a second major win at EPT Monte-Carlo. The Polish player, who first caught the poker world’s attention with a €1.1 million (US$1.1 million) victory
Effective Payoff Strategies With Made Hands in Pot-Limit Omaha May 8, 2025 PLO rewards players who think ahead and don’t automatically stack off with strong but beatable hands Paying off opponents with made hands in Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) can be a tricky balancing act. The game’s structure and four-hole-card format create bigger pots and more dynamic boards than Texas Hold’em, which means even strong hands can quickly
PokerStars Not Yet Interested in Pennsylvania Poker Market May 8, 2025 The poker platform has confirmed it won’t participate in player pooling in Pennsylvania PokerStars has decided to hold off on merging its Pennsylvania poker platform with its existing interstate network, despite the state recently joining the Multi-State Internet Gaming Agreement (MSIGA). While other operators have already expanded into the shared liquidity model, PokerStars is taking
Movement Labs Ousts Co-Founder and Creates New Company May 7, 2025 Internal conflict at the crypto infrastructure firm has it scrambling to find stability Movement Labs has officially severed ties with co-founder Rushi Manche, following internal conflict over a dubious transaction with a market maker. The crypto infrastructure firm announced the news on May 7, verifying Manche’s exit via an X post, and hinted leadership and
Adapting Your Strategy for the Postseason: NBA Playoff Parlays May 7, 2025 Modifying your strategy for the playoffs can turn perilous bets into smart bets NBA playoff wagering is an entirely different mindset than the regular season, especially when building parlays. The rhythm of the game is altered, rotations tighten up, and every possession matters. To stay competitive, bettors need to adjust their style and focus on