The 2026 World Series of Poker Paradise is set to offer 20 bracelet events with $120 million in guaranteed prize money, all at the Baha Mar Hotel & Resort in The Bahamas.
Evan Sandberg emerged victorious in the 2026 Arizona State Poker Championship, claiming a record $627,050 top prize. The tournament drew 4,018 entries, the largest in its history.
BetRivers Poker is running a promotion where players can win up to $500 in tournament tickets by reaching the final table of select tournaments. The promotion runs until September 6, 2026.
The World Series of Poker (WSOP) and Solana Foundation partnership saw significant crypto usage. Solana processed one in every 40 entries and handled $23 million in payments. Players could buy into tournaments using SOL, USDC, and USDT with zero fees.
The WSOP Online 2026 series will feature 33 official gold bracelets and a total prize pool of $5 million. The event will be held on POKEROK from August 16 to September 29.
PokerStars’ innovative “In the Money at 180,000” tournament drew 572 entries at EPT Barcelona, far exceeding initial expectations. The unique format replaced the traditional bubble with a target-stack system, proving popular among players.
The WSOP Online Circuit series is launching a $100,000 Multi-Flight Extravaganza with 10 Day 1 flights starting August 16. Players have multiple opportunities to qualify for Day 2 with a $55 buy-in.
Alex Foxen, a leader in the WSOP Player of the Year race, discusses his approach to tournaments and the importance of shot clocks.
The Amber Poker Championship 44 is set to take place in Kaliningrad from September 1 to 15, 2026, with a total prize pool of 38,500,000 RU. The event will feature 25 cup tournaments, including special events for women and seniors, and various poker formats.