Category Poker

PokerStars has been pulled up by UK advertising regulators over a social media video that didn’t sit well with the rules on gambling promotion. The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) banned the ad after finding it made gambling seem too easy…

Las Vegas is preparing for the U.S. Poker Open starting April 8 at PokerGO Studio inside ARIA Resort & Casino. The eight-event series, featuring buy-ins from $5,000 to $25,000, will gather top poker pros. But for those unable to attend…

Many poker players first pick up the game at home with friends. While these casual games are common, the legality of them varies depending on state law. In North Carolina, one lawmaker is trying to make it clear that playing…

SiGMA Poker Tour (SPT) is making its way to Brazil for the first time, bringing five days of high-stakes poker action to São Paulo from April 9 to 14. The tournament promises intense competition with a $250,000 guaranteed prize pool,…

Abby Merk, a budding poker sensation, has joined BetMGM Poker as a Brand Ambassador and Content Partner. The 24-year-old professional athlete will interact with fans through unique content while representing the brand. Merk’s enthusiasm and presence were commended by BetMGM’s…

Two bills related to poker have been introduced in the Texas House, each pushing for a completely different outcome. One aims to legalize poker clubs and give them formal recognition under state law, while the other seeks to shut them…

Pennsylvania gaming regulators expect the state to officially enter the country’s shared online poker market in April. The move would allow players in Pennsylvania to compete against those in other states, potentially increasing participation and prize pools. The Pennsylvania Gaming…

Caesars Palace Las Vegas is set to bring back its poker room after closing the previous venue in June. The new location is expected to open in the coming weeks, with Caesars Entertainment Las Vegas regional President Sean McBurney stating…

On March 28, Nik Airball will make his much-anticipated comeback to Hustler Casino Live, his first performance in a year. Prior to his inexplicable suspension from Hustler Casino in Los Angeles, the high-stakes poker player, who was well-known for his…

APT Taipei 2025 is set to bring one of the largest poker festivals to Taiwan, running from April 25 to May 4 at Red Space. Sponsored by Natural8, the series promises an extensive lineup of 126 events and a total…