Category Poker

German poker pro Oliver Weis has continued his impressive run this year by claiming victory at the European Poker Tour (EPT) Cyprus Main Event. The 32-year-old outplayed a field of 1,284 participants in the $5,300 buy-in tournament, securing a prize…

In an effort to increase player liquidity, the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) has started talks to become a member of the Multi-State Internet Gaming Agreement (MSIGA), which enables online poker sites to pool players from other states. Governor Josh…

Maria Konnikova, author of The Biggest Bluff and co-host of the Risky Business podcast, has achieved a major milestone in her poker career—winning a coveted World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet. Known for starting her poker journey as part of…

As Ireland gets ready to enact new gaming regulations, the country’s ability to host poker tournaments is in jeopardy. Prominent poker event planner Fintan Gavin, who has organized events including the Monster Poker Festival and the Irish Poker Championship, has…

Numerous accusations of sexual harassment led to the dismissal of Hustler Casino Live co-founder Nick Vertucci from his position. This choice was made in response to a barrage of allegations that arose after poker player Julie McBride disclosed improper communications…

Simone Andrian has added another major title to his poker resume, winning the 2024 World Series of Poker Europe (WSOPE) Main Event. The Italian pro outlasted 768 entries in the €10,350 buy-in no-limit hold’em tournament, claiming the first-place prize of…

WPT Global has teamed up with Triton Poker Series, becoming the official sponsor of their prestigious Super High Roller Series. This partnership connects two major names in the poker world and brings new opportunities for players to participate in high-stakes…

In the age of social media, controversies can spread like wildfire. This was the case when professional poker player and influencer, Julia “Queen of Palmdale,” came forward with accusations against Nick Vertucci, the producer of the popular poker tournament show…

Germany’s Rene von Reden has claimed the APT Taipei Poker Classic Main Event title, winning TWD 14,413,200 ($453,960). The event was took place at the Chinese Texas Hold’em Poker Club (CTP) Asia Poker Arena, and it drew 1,991 entries, resulting…

Federal prosecutors have charged a cannabis company owned by Dan Bilzerian, along with his father Paul Bilzerian and executive Scott Rohleder, for conspiracy to defraud the government and wire fraud. Although Dan Bilzerian himself is not facing charges, the allegations…