Taylor Black turned a desperate all-in into poker immortality when his pocket aces collided with kings and queens in the wildest cooler at the Wynn Millions final table. The short stack tripled up to seize control and claim the $1,100 NLH title with $98,623 after a heads-up deal. This Las Vegas showdown left fans buzzing…
Resorts World Las Vegas leaders vow to put rules ahead of revenue as they fight to win back trust from Nevada gaming watchdogs. President and CFO Carlos Castro stressed compliance over commerce during a key hearing. With a license decision looming on March 26, the casino shows real steps to fix past mistakes tied to illegal betting…
Ben Grise turned heads at the PokerGO Cup in Las Vegas with back-to-back second-place finishes worth $273,000. The Indiana pro pulled off the feat one day after learning his poker buddy Matt Lushin had been killed back home. Grise played through raw grief, showing the grit that defines top poker players.
Ben Grise entered the spotlight during…
New state rules set to ban blackjack at California card rooms starting April 1 have sparked fierce lawsuits from owners who warn of massive job cuts and city budget craters. Fresno casino boss Kyle Kirkland blasts the move as pure politics driven by deep-pocketed tribes. These regs could wipe out half the industry's jobs and billions…
A bold vision for a major arena on the north end of the Las Vegas Strip could transform the area into a sports and entertainment hotspot. Resorts World Las Vegas leaders see their unused land as the perfect spot to draw crowds and boost the local economy. This exciting idea surfaced during a key gaming…
Denmark's "fresof" turned a strong start into a big victory at the 888poker RAKELESS Mystery Bounty Main Event. This second installment drew 904 players for the $109 buy-in tournament with no rake taken, boosting the prize pool. The event fell short of its $100,000 guarantee, but an overlay meant even more value for players. "fresof" walked…
Casinos could soon rely on smart machines to spot cheats and fix mistakes in real time, thanks to new artificial intelligence tools unveiled at a key industry event in Las Vegas last week. Experts say this tech will make floors safer and more efficient, but it faces real hurdles like dim lights and stacked chips.…
Fairfax County Board Chairman Jeffrey McKay dropped a bombshell this week, declaring he will not allow voters to decide on a proposed casino in the county even if Virginia lawmakers greenlight the idea. The bold stance throws the entire Northern Virginia casino push into chaos just days before the General Assembly plans to vote on…
Full House Resorts just wrapped up a solid fourth quarter in 2025, with its temporary casino in Illinois leading the charge on revenue growth. But losses piled up across the board, thanks to heavy debt and startup costs in Colorado. What does this mean for the company's big plans ahead? Let's dive into the details…
In a game-changing move for American gamblers, PokerStars and FanDuel have announced their merger to create a single powerhouse platform for poker, casino games, and sports betting across North America. This union promises bigger player pools and smoother access, but whispers of rapid expansion into new states like Maine add fuel to the fire. What…