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Brian Craig Claims Victory in RunGood Poker Series Tulsa Main Event

Casino, NewsJanuary 28, 2025170Views 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, 2025159Views 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, 2025157Views 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, 2025141Views 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, 2025138Views 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…

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

News, PokerJanuary 24, 2025137Views 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, 2025145Views 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…

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Nevada Gaming Control Board Chair to Step Down After 2025 Legislative Session

Games, NewsJanuary 23, 2025143Views 0Likes 0Comments

Kirk Hendrick, the chairman of the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB), has announced he will resign from his role following the conclusion of the 2025 legislative session. Appointed in January 2023 by Governor Joe Lombardo, Hendrick’s resignation marks a significant leadership change within the state’s gaming regulatory agency. Hendrick’s exact departure date is yet to be…

Vibra Group Boosts Brazilian Expansion with Acquisition of TSA

NewsJanuary 20, 2025149Views 0Likes 0Comments

Vibra Group, a prominent content and platform developer in Latin America, has announced its acquisition of TSA, a Brazil-based technology company and long-time development partner. This move marks a strategic step in Vibra’s plan to strengthen its footprint in the Brazilian market. The acquisition brings 55 platform development experts from TSA’s operations in Northern Brazil into…

Las Vegas Shines Bright Amid 2025 Challenges, Says Economist

News, BettingJanuary 18, 2025199Views 0Likes 0Comments

Las Vegas has a promising future despite facing headwinds like housing affordability, inflation, and rapid population growth, according to Jeremy Aguero, a leading economist. Speaking at Preview Las Vegas 2025, Aguero expressed optimism about Southern Nevada’s resilience and continued prosperity. Betting on the Power of Experience Las Vegas, often synonymous with reinvention, thrives on its ability…