Poker NEWS

ACR Poker community raises $20,000 for the United Breast Cancer Foundation

ACR Poker hosts its third annual online charity tournament in support of breast cancer earlier this month raising $20,000 for the United Breast Cancer Foundation.

Market entry brings innovative poker solutions to Paraguayan iGaming sector

EvenBet Gaming, a leading developer of online gaming software and solutions, has announced the launch of its poker solutions with JugaMax, one of the largest casino operators in Paraguay.

Shuffling the deck – Ivonne Montealegre’s poker revolution

In the vibrant world of poker, few figures shine as brightly as Ivonne Montealegre. As the founder of the Malta Poker Festival and the director of international affairs for the Women’s Poker Association in Las Vegas, Ivonne has dedicated herself to transforming the poker landscape into a more inclusive, welcoming, and community-driven environment.

Ex-Pro poker player now lobbying for higher UK gambling taxes

Ex-pro poker player Derek Webb epitomises the saying “poacher turned gamekeeper.” The former professional has switched sides and is now campaigning for higher taxes on the very industry he once profited from. As gambling companies brace for a potential rise in taxation, the UK gaming industry and its connected sectors, such as horseracing, stand at a critical crossroads.

Demis Hassabis, the poker prodigy revolutionising AI, earns a Nobel prize

While Demis Hassabis is a household name in artificial intelligence (AI), many are unaware that his mastery of chess and poker has significantly influenced his journey to becoming a Nobel Prize-winning scientist. Growing up in London with a Greek-Cypriot father and a Singaporean mother, Hassabis discovered his passion for strategic games at four years old.

Simone Andrian claims WSOP Europe main event title and $1.4 million prize

Simone Andrian has won the prestigious WSOP Europe Main Event title, securing a remarkable $1.4 million prize.

NHL star Phil Kessel becomes brand ambassador for World Poker Tour

Hockey star Phil Kessel is channelling his passion for poker by joining the World Poker Tour (WPT) as a brand ambassador.

PokerStars revolutionizes live play with launch of Spin & Go Championship

PokerStars announced that it will host its first Live Spin & Go Championship at the upcoming European Poker Tour (EPT) festival in Prague.

Gambling, glamour and grit: Discover a casino you never saw coming

When you think of glamour, glitz, showbiz, and royalty, Las Vegas and The Bellagio or The Wynn at once come to mind. These famous casinos offer the opportunity to roll the dice for the high life.

Highlights of France Poker Series Aix-les-Bain event day 1b

Day 1b of the France Poker Series (FPS) main event was a marathon of high-stakes poker, featuring standout performances and dramatic eliminations. Karim Kaladjou emerged as the chip leader.