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$15M on the Line as PokerStars’ Bounty Builder Series Returns for High-Stakes Action

News, PokerJanuary 30, 2025236Views 0Likes 0Comments

The thrill of the hunt is back, and this time, the prize pool is bigger than ever. PokerStars' Bounty Builder Series is set to kick off on February 2, running for two weeks of intense Progressive Knockout (PKO) tournaments with a staggering $15 million guaranteed. With 169 events on the schedule and buy-ins ranging from…

Over $1,500 in Added Value for PokerNews Home Games on PokerStars This February

News, PokerJanuary 29, 2025203Views 0Likes 0Comments

The PokerNews Home Games on PokerStars are heating up in February with over $1,500 in added value. Players will have the chance to battle it out for leaderboard prizes and daily tournament action—all for buy-ins as low as $1.10. Whether you're a seasoned grinder or a casual player, there's a seat waiting for you at…

Atlantic Lottery Names New CEO as Industry Competition Heats Up

Gambling, NewsJanuary 29, 2025226Views 0Likes 0Comments

Replacing a longtime leader is never easy, but Dallas McCready is ready to take on the challenge. The Atlantic Lottery Corporation (ALC) has officially named him as its new President and CEO, filling the shoes of Patrick Daigle, who is retiring after 27 years with the company. Internal Talent Wins Out in CEO Search McCready wasn’t…

Brian Craig Claims Victory in RunGood Poker Series Tulsa Main Event

Casino, NewsJanuary 28, 2025290Views 0Likes 0Comments

A thrilling weekend in Tulsa saw the $800 RunGood Poker Series Main Event break records, attracting 517 entrants and generating a massive $361,900 prize pool. As the dust settled after ten hours of intense competition, Kansas poker player Brian Craig emerged victorious, defeating a field of hopefuls vying for the prestigious black championship ring. Craig’s win…

Analyst Forecasts Bright 2025 for iGaming and Macau Stocks, but Las Vegas Casinos Lag

Games, NewsJanuary 28, 2025264Views 0Likes 0Comments

The gaming sector, often marked by its cyclical highs and lows, might see a more favorable turn in 2025. According to Chad Beynon, a gaming analyst at Macquarie Group, online gaming and Macau-centric stocks are set to outperform, while Las Vegas casino operators appear less promising. Beynon’s predictions paint a mixed but optimistic picture for…

Montana Divided on Proposal to Increase Video Poker Limits and Payouts

News, PokerJanuary 27, 2025253Views 0Likes 0Comments

A proposal to raise the maximum bets and payouts for video poker in Montana, untouched since 1987, has sparked lively debate across the state. While some view the change as overdue, others fear its potential consequences. The Details of Senate Bill 153 Senate Bill 153, introduced by State Sen. Wylie Galt (R-Martinsdale), proposes doubling the current…

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Solid Demand Since Election Boosts Analyst’s Estimate of Penn’s Q4 Earnings

Casino, NewsJanuary 27, 2025218Views 0Likes 0Comments

Penn Entertainment’s fourth-quarter earnings forecast has received a positive adjustment, thanks to stronger-than-anticipated regional gaming performance, according to a recent J.P. Morgan report. However, adverse winter conditions are expected to weigh on early 2025 results. Gaming Revenue Trends Offer Mixed Signals J.P. Morgan analyst Joseph Greff highlighted state-reported gaming revenue data showing robust demand both before…

Phil Hellmuth and Son Eliminated by Same Player in PokerGO Tournament Drama

News, PokerJanuary 25, 2025190Views 0Likes 0Comments

Father-son duos are rare in the poker world, and it's even rarer to see them share a table in a high-stakes tournament. On Thursday, poker legend Phil Hellmuth and his son, Phillip Hellmuth III, found themselves side by side in a $5,100 buy-in PokerGO Tour Kickoff Series event. The family pairing, however, turned into a…

Matt Berkey and Jared Bleznick poker showdown

“I’m Gonna Bury His A** in Hold’em” – Berkey vs. Bleznick Heads-Up Match Announced

News, PokerJanuary 24, 2025186Views 0Likes 0Comments

Matt Berkey is back in the spotlight, ready to face a new opponent in the high-stakes poker arena. On Thursday’s Only Friends podcast, the Solve for Why founder revealed his next heads-up match will be against Jared Bleznick, a sports card shop owner with a reputation for crushing pot-limit Omaha (PLO) games. This announcement sets the…

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New Jersey Pushes for Miss America Pageant’s Return to Atlantic City

NewsJanuary 23, 2025200Views 0Likes 0Comments

Miss America has left Atlantic City twice, but some New Jersey lawmakers aren't giving up. They’re making a push to bring the iconic pageant back to its roots, hoping it will reignite the charm of the seaside city and boost tourism. Atlantic City’s Historic Bond with Miss America Atlantic City has been synonymous with the Miss…