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Here’s How Much Revenue PokerStars on FanDuel Generated in Its First Full Month

PokerStars on FanDuel reverses a year-long decline, generating an estimated $2.74 million in revenue during its first full month after launch.

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The Maryland State Poker Championship just snagged a new sponsor. Welcome, PokerStars on FanDuel.

The event will run from August 26 to September 7, with over 16 events and $1 million in guarantees.

Don’t expect Alan Keating to pop up on a Hellmuth home game any time soon.

'Cause the guy is not traveling to Reno!

Wow, all WSOP live streams get edited in South Korea.

Jeff Platt explains that all the footage is edited in Korea before becoming available to view, hence the two-hour delay.

Luxon Pay has stepped into the limelight as the official payment partner of WSOP Global Events, and this now includes Americans, thanks to a recent deal with Lexicon Bank.

According to PokerNews, players can use Luxon Pay for tournament buy-ins at the 2026 WSOP in Las Vegas, but only after completing an in-person verification process at the Paris convention center.

Stop Arguing with Reality #600 on Smart Poker Study takes a hard look at the mental gymnastics players put themselves through when they resist the facts at the table.

They dive into the pitfalls of ignoring evidence and pushing your own narrative. According to the show notes, the key to poker success is 'accepting what is, rather than what you wish were true.’

In this episode of Behind The Shuffle, Soheb Porbandarwala paints a picture of online poker that is less about wild bluffs and more about surviving in a lawless frontier.

He talks about the industry’s need for better security, real player incentives, and a much bigger focus on trust.

Porbandarwala says the lack of regulation has left the ecosystem open to AI cheats and shady operators, making it tough for honest players to thrive. He argues the industry must “focus on transparency and integrity” if it wants to grow, not just for the pros but for everyone at the table.

The Chip Race dropping over the weekend featuring Leo Margets, Jeff Platt, and Tyler Patterson.

Sounds like it’s going to be a doozy! Can’t wait!

FanDuel Poker, powered by PokerStars, had a big debut in April by merging player pools from three states.

According to Anuj on fuse, “the impact was immediate,” with the new network quickly topping US traffic charts. The initial rush faded, but the network still led the pack in activity.

Vote on what WSOP live streams you want to see.

You never know, the votes on this poll might have real effects to the schedule. 🤞

Phil Hellmuth wont rest until he gets “24 f**king bracelets.”

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888poker Welcomes Summer with Another Sunday Sale

Enjoy all your favorite tournaments on 888poker this Sunday with buy-ins reduced up to 50% and the exact same guarantees you’re used to.

Sun, Jun 07
GGPoker Rolls Out Ontario-Only Paths to WSOP 2026 Super Circuit Canada and Las Vegas

GGPoker Ontario runs exclusive qualification campaigns that give players a chance to win seats and packages to the inaugural WSOP Super Circuit Canada and the 2026 WSOP Main Event in Las Vegas.

Fri, Jun 05
The Wait Is Over: PokerStars on FanDuel Ontario Goes Live

BREAKING • After several delays and unexpected postponements, the new PokerStars on FanDuel Ontario platform is now officially open for business!

Fri, Jun 05
Follow Clubs Poker on Social Networks for Free Tournament Entries

Clubs Poker is giving away free entry tickets to multiple 200 SC tournaments each week to all players who follow their social pages and share and comment on the most recent promotional posts.

Thu, Jun 04
PokerStars Ontario Migration Hits Another Delay Ahead of FanDuel Poker Debut

Ontario players face another delay as PokerStars pushes back the launch of FanDuel Poker but expects it to arrive within days, pending regulatory approval.

Wed, Jun 03
It’s Back to the Drawing Board for the Loose Cannon on The Big Game on Tour

Things were looking pretty good for the Loose Cannon all the way up until the very last hand of the session, but leave it to Shaun Deeb to create some chaos.

Mon, Jun 01
GGPoker June Giveaway – $14 Million in Leaderboard Prizes, Bonuses, and Tournament Tickets

GGPoker is giving away $14 million in promotional value this June, including millions in cash game leaderboard prizes, a $1 million Go for Gold promotion, and $100k in Second Chance Freerolls for microFestival players.

Mon, Jun 01
The Best Ways to Win a 2026 WSOP Vegas Trip Online

About a dozen online poker rooms are running satellites, giveaways, and Vegas promotions to send players to the 2026 WSOP in Las Vegas.

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Phil Hellmuth wont rest until he gets “24 f**king bracelets.”

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