The SEC may be on the verge of approving the first cryptocurrency ETF July 20, 2023 The securities watchdog has agreed to consider a crypto trading proposal from BlackRock The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has accepted the application by BlackRock to request a spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) following its recognition of a similar application by Bitwise. Two in one week marks a record for the securities watchdog, which
What to consider when placing NHL puck line bets July 20, 2023 The NHL puck line works like the spread in other sports, but has its own quirks Placing NHL puck line bets can add an extra layer of excitement and potential profit to your hockey betting experience. The puck line is a form of point spread betting in hockey, where one team is favored to win
A beginner’s guide to online craps July 20, 2023 Craps is a straightforward casino game that still requires a certain amount of strategy Online craps is an exciting and popular casino game that offers players the chance to enjoy the thrill of the dice roll from the comfort of their own homes. For beginners, the game might seem intimidating at first, but with a
Italy to introduce sweeping changes to gambling laws July 20, 2023 Legislation to update tax laws includes an entire section on gambling reforms The Italian Chamber of Deputies has approved the “Tax Delegation Law,” which paves the way for the “institutional reorganization” of the Italian gambling sector. The bill has now been sent to the Senate for its second approval, and it’s not expected to face
The World Series of Poker has announced its Player of the Year July 20, 2023 Ian Matakis topped the WSOP field in points to claim the honor The 2023 World Series of Poker (WSOP) has now concluded as poker fans applaud Daniel Weinman’s win at the biggest Main Event in WSOP history. Another player with much to celebrate is Ian Matakis, who took the 2023 WSOP Player of the Year
The Hendon Mob Mid-Major Championship comes this weekend July 20, 2023 The non-stop summer of poker tourneys continues While the grind of the 2023 World Series of Poker (WSOP) has come to an end, the fun isn’t over. From July 20-23, Thunder Valley Casino Resort, just north of Sacramento, CA, will play host to the $600 buy-in, $500,000 GTD The Hendon Mob Mid-Major Championship. The Hendon
RFK Jr. wants to use cryptocurrency to back the dollar July 19, 2023 Cryptocurrency is taking center stage as presidential hopefuls look for support At the recent PAC Heal-the-Divide event, Democratic presidential nominee Robert F. Kennedy Jr. outlined detailed Bitcoin-focused policies he would implement as president, including support backing the US dollar with Bitcoin and an exemption from the capital gains tax on Bitcoin profits. “My plan would
Understanding what’s included in exotic sports betting July 19, 2023 Exotic bets offer a lot of options to make sports betting more entertaining In sports betting, exotic bets offer a wide range of options beyond traditional wagers that focus on the outcome of a game. These bets cover almost everything other than the three standard options – moneyline, spread and over/under – and help increase
Ways to avoid frustration when the online slots aren’t hitting July 19, 2023 Not every spin of the reels will lead to a win Experiencing a dry spell or a lack of winning spins on online slots can be frustrating, especially when you’re hoping for a big payout. However, there are ways to avoid frustration and maintain a positive mindset while playing. It’s important to stay calm and
New York’s tribal casino expansion in limbo July 19, 2023 The New York Assembly calls time on the ongoing negotiations Lawmakers are trying to save the day after New York Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie tweeted that he would not move ahead for a legislative vote on a bill allowing the governor’s office to sign a new casino deal with the Seneca Nation. Heeastie noted the
Illinois software engineer takes down WSOP The Closer event July 19, 2023 Pierre Shum earned his first WSOP bracelet and another $600,000 in winnings Pierre Shum won his first career tournament and picked up his first World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet on July 17th in Las Vegas, Nevada, by winning The Closer $1,500 No-Limit Hold ’em event at the WSOP, bagging the top prize of $606,810.
The WSOP has officially come to a close July 19, 2023 The record-setting tournament series raised the bar on future events The 2023 World Series of Poker (WSOP) at Horseshoe and Paris Las Vegas wrapped up on July 18th after the 50th day of an unprecedented event. Only four events remained on the final day before the WSOP could officially conclude the action. Event #91: $3,000