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I've spent years at the tables — cash and tournaments — and just as long shaping poker copy behind the scenes: room reviews, bonus fine print, tournament notes. At PokerInsider I write the way I wish more sites would: clear structure, honest trade-offs, no hype. Whether you're new or already grinding, I care about what the offer actually costs you — rake, variance, and the fine print — and I treat responsible play as part of the job, not a footnote.
In the new video, xRekix breaks down how to properly respond to a recreational player's cbet on the flop in a limped pot, analyzing board texture, bet size, and opponent tendencies.
Learn how on day 8 of the WSOP Main Event Jumalon became the chip leader of the final table and Malcolm Trainer became the bubble boy, and which key hands determined the course of the tournament.
In 2025, the US gambling industry allocated $520 million to celebrity partnerships, while spending only $60 million on responsible gambling programs, according to 5W Research.
The former Poker Palace in North Las Vegas is resuming operations as Club Fortune North with new slot machines, a restaurant, and a sportsbook, without a poker room.
Washington’s Lottery and Brightstar Lottery have renewed their contract through 2036, continuing a successful partnership that began in 1996. The new deal includes the provision of advanced lottery terminals and vending machines.
The FIFA World Cup has driven a significant uptick in sports betting in Tennessee, with a 30% year-over-year increase in the total betting handle in June. The state collected $8.4 million in taxes from betting last month.
A woman from Victoria won AU$1.5 million in the TattsLotto drawing on July 11, 2026. She had a feeling she would get good news and checked her ticket, leading to a sleepless night.
Sterling Lopez, a two-time WSOP Circuit ring winner from Anchorage, Alaska, secured his first WSOP bracelet and $247,842 at the T.O.R.S.E. event. The event attracted 457 entries, creating a prize pool of $1,220,190.
Harris County police shut down an illegal gambling venue in Huffman after receiving tips from the public. One person was arrested for possession of a controlled substance and $3,000 was seized.
Aaron Barone, an 888poker ambassador, achieved his best live career score in the 2026 WSOP Main Event, finishing 65th and earning $125,000. Barone's journey and excitement throughout the event highlighted his love for the game.