Poker player Shawn Sheikhan sentenced to prison for marijuana November 7, 2023 The California poker player was found guilty of running an illegal marijuana business Shahram “Shawn” Sheikhan was sentenced to four years in federal prison on Friday in a Southern California US District Court after pleading guilty to conspiracy to distribute marijuana in 2022. The longtime poker pro faced a maximum sentence of 40 years and
Merit Poker Gangster Series puts $4 million GTD on the tables November 7, 2023 The upcoming poker festival in Cyprus offers great possibilities for players The Merit Poker Gangster Series is set to run from November 22 through December 3 at the Merit Crystal Cove Hotel-Casino in Northern Cyprus with more than $4 million in prize guarantees. Two satellites will be held on November 21, starting with a freeroll
FTX has been delivering its user data to the FBI November 6, 2023 The ongoing FTX debacle has led to federal authorities being given a lot of personal data FTX advisers have recently been issued subpoenas by several FBI field offices, forcing the bankrupt cryptocurrency firm to disclose data from customer transactions and accounts, according to a Bloomberg report that reviewed the document. FTX consultants have turned over
The importance of goalie matchups in NHL betting November 6, 2023 Which goalies guard the net in a game makes a big difference in the betting outcome In NHL betting, the importance of goalie matchups cannot be overstated, as goaltenders play a pivotal role in determining the outcome of a game. Analyzing and understanding the goaltender matchup is a key aspect of making informed and strategic
Understanding the difference between online roulette variations November 6, 2023 The more players understand about the different types, the better they are at playing them Understanding the differences between online roulette variations is crucial for players seeking an enjoyable and potentially lucrative gaming experience. Online casinos offer various versions of roulette, each with its own set of rules, features, and house edge. Here’s a breakdown
Online casino, poker bills alive in Illinois November 6, 2023 Illinois could introduce online casino and player liquidity in poker next year The prospect of Illinois joining the ranks of states with legal real-money online poker remains alive as two bills filed last February continue to navigate the legislative process in the Illinois General Assembly. The bills look to legalize online poker and casino gaming
Jason Koon solidifies his spot as the sole Triton Poker leader November 6, 2023 The long-time poker player has 10 Triton Poker titles and is in danger of losing his place US poker pro Jason Koon picked up his 10th victory on the Triton Poker tour on Saturday at the 2023 Triton Super High Roller Series Monte Carlo $26,000 PLO turbo event, outlasting 50 players to earn the championship
WPT releases streaming schedule for upcoming World Championship November 6, 2023 The upcoming poker tournament series will have a lot of live coverage The World Poker Tour (WPT) has released its live-streaming schedule for the upcoming WPT World Championship, which runs for 14 days from November 29 through December 23 at Wynn Las Vegas. This will be another huge series for the second straight year, featuring
Sam Bankman-Fried found guilty in collapse of FTX November 3, 2023 The jury didn’t take long to return its verdict on several charges The former head of FTX crypto exchange, Sam Bankman-Fried, faces decades behind bars after being convicted of seven criminal charges, including securities fraud, money laundering and wire fraud, after the jury deliberated for five hours. Prosecutors aimed to demonstrate that Bankman-Fried was the
In-game tactics for NBA betting November 3, 2023 In-game betting offers a unique set of issues that bettors must be aware of In-game tactics for NBA betting involve dynamic strategies that capitalize on shifting game dynamics and live developments on the court. Unlike pre-game betting, in-game betting allows bettors to react to real-time events, offering unique opportunities and challenges. One effective in-game tactic
Optimal hand setting strategies in online Pai Gow November 3, 2023 Pay close attention to the low and high cards in Pai Gow to make the best hands Optimal hand setting strategies in online Pai Gow poker are crucial for maximizing your chances of winning in this unique and strategic card game. With the goal of creating both a high and low hand to beat the
Pennsylvania lawmakers move to ban slot-like skill games November 3, 2023 The state could follow Michigan and others in limiting gambling options Pennsylvania lawmakers Senators Amanda Cappelletti and Representative Mark Rozzi recently presented legislation that would ban “skill” slot machines in the state. It’s a change that could impact a number of independent stores and businesses. “In addition to preying on users of the machines, skill