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Simao, Petrangelo Chop Triton Finale For $2M+ Each

After claiming $7.25M and the $200,000 Triton Jeju Invitational title, Joao Simao chopped a $150K event with Nick Petrangelo for over $2.5M.

Wang Ye Speedruns To First Triton Title In Jeju Turbo

Wang Ye won his first trident trophy in the $30k turbo at Triton Jeju II for $256,000, topping a stacked final table on his way to the title.

Tribal Gaming Group Speaks Out Against Crypto Bill

The Indian Gaming Association spoke out against the Clarity Act because it would give more power to prediction market regulator, the CFTC.

Sydney Sweeney, LeBron James Spark Latest Prediction Market Drama

Some of the biggest celebrities came out to stump for prediction markets, and Robinhood CEO said states are only worried about tax revenue.

Nick Schulman Wins Triton Jeju Main Event For $3.9M

Hall of Famer Nick Schulman bested 196 entries in the Triton Jeju $100,000 main event for a career-high $3,854,888 payday.

Former NFL Player Ordered To Pay Gambling Debts

A Georgia judge said former Atlanta Falcon Kroy Biermann must pay $64,000 to the Baha Mar Casino in the Bahamas.

Lawmakers Discuss Repeal Of 2026 Gambling Tax Provision

During the first few days of the U.S. Congressional session, US lawmakers are discussing bills to repeal the provision in the OBBA.

Ben Tollerene Wins Jeju Turbo For 5th Triton Title

Ben Tollerene won a $50,000 turbo bounty event at Triton Super High Roller Series Jeju just one day after another high-stakes podium finish.

2026 WPT World Championships Schedule Released

The 2026 WPT World Championship schedule at Wynn Las Vegas has been revealed, with $20 million in guarantees from Nov. 27-Dec.21.

Athletes Form Group To Stop Nebraska Online Betting

University Of Nebraska football alumni formed Save Nebraska Sports to fight against the online sports betting ballot initiatives.

More Rake Is Better? Small Stakes Rake Is On The Rise

How has the rake changed in live poker tournaments over the past decade? Card Player took a look at the numbers.

Wantman Edges Past Schulman For First Triton Title In Jeju

Matthew Wantman took down a $50,000 event in Jeju, defeating friend Nick Schulman heads-up for his first Triton title and $836,721.

United Airlines CEO Banned From Several Las Vegas Casinos

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby said he's banned from several casino blackjack tables because of his ability to count cards.

Joao Simao Wins Triton Jeju Invitational For $7.25M

Brazil's Joao Simao topped a record 173-entry field in the $200,000 Triton Jeju Invitational to earn $7.25 million.

Massachusetts City Sues MGM Casino

Springfield, Massachusetts, has filed a lawsuit against MGM Springfield casino, claiming the property hasn't met its host requirements.

Global Poker To Pay New York $8 Million For Violations

VGW, parent company of Global Poker and Chumba Casino, has agreed to pay New York $8 million to settle illegal gambling allegations.

Finnished! Antonius Loses $10M To Casino Owner

Finnish casino owner Ossi Ketola defeated Patrik Antonius in an historic $20 million heads-up clash at Triton Jeju.

Ossi Ketola Restarts High-Stakes Matches, Wins $6M

Ossi 'Monarch' Ketola returned for another high stakes Triton heads-up match, winning $6 million from Wiktor Malinowski amidst controversy.

Cyber Security Expert Wins $1.1M In WSOP Super Circuit Canada

Mayukh Chakraborty, a Canadian with less than $4,000 in previous results, won the WSOP Super Circuit Canada main event for over $1 million.

Alex Anton Speeds To Triton Turbo Title In Jeju

25-year-old American Alex Anton topped a tough final table in $30,000 turbo event at Triton Jeju to earn $577,000.

Pedro Padilha Wins Triton Jeju $50k For $1.4M

Pedro Padilha became the fourth Brazilian player to capture a Triton title, winning a $50,000 high roller in Jeju for $1.4 million.

U.S. Rep Wants Probe Into Little League World Series Betting

U.S. Rep. Kevin Kiley wants officials to investigate offshore sportsbooks that allowed wagering on the Little League World Series.

NBA Star Brings Poker To Fontainebleau For First Time

Russell Westbrook’s annual charity poker tournament marks the first time poker is played at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas.

Illinois Looking To Expand Gambling Self-Exclusion Program

The Illinois Gaming Board unanimously voted to pass three rules to make it easier for people with gambling problems to enroll.

Kiat Lee Wins Jeju Mystery Bounty For 4th Triton Title

Kiat Lee won his fourth Triton title in the last 18 months, taking down a $40,000 mystery bounty event in Jeju for $619,000 and 8 bounties.

Blake Ellinghaus Wins WPT bestbet Scramble

Blake Ellinghaus topped a 294-entry field at bestbet Jacksonville to capture the WPT bestbet Scramble title for $294,900.

Boston Casino Workers Strike Over New Contracts

1,300 employees of Encore Boston Harbor hit the picket line on Monday, demanding better wages and job protections.

Daniel Dvoress Wins In Jeju For Seventh Triton Title

Daniel Dvoress topped 135 entries in the $30,000 eight-max event at Triton Jeju for $942,000 and his seventh trident trophy.

University Of Michigan Football Ending Has Wild Sports Betting Impact

A controversial University of Michigan Hail Mary with no time left lifted the Wolverines over Western Michigan and gave one bettor $290k.

Husband And Wife Crush WSOP Circuit Stop, Win 4 Rings

Oklahoma's Eric and Lauren Bunch thrived at a World Series of Poker stop in Tulsa, winning four WSOP Circuit rings across nine final table appearances.