Analyzing the Odds: When Mucking Beats Going All-In August 21, 2025 Poker isn’t about winning every pot—it’s about maximizing long-term expected value In poker, especially in tournaments, the decision to muck a hand rather than push all-in can be just as critical as any big call or bluff. Understanding when folding outweighs the potential benefits of risking your entire stack often separates steady players from those
$500 NLH Monumental Stack at the Potomac Poker Open Draws a Crowd August 21, 2025 420 entries in the MGM National Harbor event helped create a game to remember The $500 No-Limit Hold’em Monumental Stack at the Potomac Poker Open at MGM National Harbor drew 420 entries across two starting flights, creating a lively competition that wrapped up with Frayser Flores taking the top prize. After two days of play,
Battle of Malta Main Event – Play Day 1 Online at ACR Poker, Then Take Your chips to Europe August 21, 2025 The Battle of Malta is back, and this year you don’t need to book a flight to get started. Day 1 of the Main Event is coming to ACR Poker on Sunday, September 14 at 10:30am ET, giving you the chance to bag chips online before carrying them straight to the live tables in Malta.
SoFi To Be First US Bank to Leverage the Bitcoin Network and Universal Money Address August 20, 2025 The digital bank will launch a blockchain-powered international money transfer service this year SoFi Technologies is preparing to make history as the first US bank to integrate the Bitcoin network and Universal Money Address (UMA) into its services, expanding its reach in the global remittance market. The digital bank announced a partnership with Lightspark, a
Strategies and Insights for Betting on NFL Team Win Totals August 20, 2025 Successful bettors combine schedule analysis, roster insight and market awareness when placing their bets Betting on NFL team win totals is a popular futures market that lets fans and bettors project how a team will perform over the course of the regular season. The wagers are straightforward: sportsbooks set a number of wins for each
Timing Your Play: When Is the Best Time to Play Progressive Jackpots August 20, 2025 Timing won’t guarantee a win, but it can shape a more strategic and enjoyable approach to chasing payouts Progressive jackpots are among the most attractive games in both land-based and online casinos because the prize pool grows until someone hits it. While the element of chance is always present, the timing of when you choose
Bali Governor Not Interested in Legalized Casino Gambling August 20, 2025 The governor has rejected a measure that would have considered allowing casinos Bali’s governor has made it clear that legalized casino gambling will not be part of the island’s future, despite ongoing speculation that casinos could boost tourism revenues. Governor Wayan Koster dismissed the idea, saying Bali’s identity as a destination should remain rooted in
Zachary Fischer Ships WSOP Circuit Cherokee Main Event for $324,135 August 20, 2025 Over 1,400 players signed up for the $1,700 buy-in WSOPC Main Event at Harrah’s Cherokee The $1,700 buy-in World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) Main Event at Harrah’s Cherokee drew a massive field of 1,437 players, and when the final hand played out, it was New Yorker Zachary Fischer who claimed the title and $324,135
Transitioning From Cash Games to Tournament Heads-up Play August 20, 2025 Successful players learn to value each chip as though it represents survival, not just money in play Making the switch from cash game poker to heads-up tournament play requires a clear understanding of how strategies change once the format and incentives shift. Many players who thrive in cash games struggle in tournament heads-up scenarios because
Onyx Club Super High Roller Series Produces Some of Poker’s Best Action of the Week August 20, 2025 Dan “Jungleman” Cates takes a beating at the felt, but still comes out on top The Onyx Club Super High Roller Series in Cyprus delivered some of the most dramatic high-stakes poker ever streamed, drawing global attention to a clash between Ossi Ketola and Dan “Jungleman” Cates. Over twelve intense hours, the two players battled
US Treasury Wants Public Comment on GENIUS Stablecoin Bill August 19, 2025 The feedback could guide how the stablecoin legislation evolves The US Treasury Department has formally invited the public to provide feedback on the newly enacted Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for US Stablecoins (GENIUS) Act. Signed into law by President Donald Trump in July, the legislation sets the foundation for regulating payment stablecoins across the
Key Metrics to Consider in Soccer Spread Betting August 19, 2025 By combining key metrics, you can build a more complete picture and make sharper betting decisions When betting on soccer spreads, understanding the right metrics can make a huge difference in how you evaluate a wager. Unlike moneyline bets, which simply focus on the outcome, spread betting requires a closer look at performance data that