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GGPoker seems determined to make this August one for the books.

The site is giving away $18 million in extra prizes for the WSOP Online bracelet series, running from August 17 to September 30. The value isn’t just for the final tables; millions are being distributed through exclusive Freerolls and Flipouts for everyone who joins in.

Crispin Rovere getting heat over his CoinPoker video, which we may add, was excellent.

Crispin was shining a light on how CoinPoker operates in the margins, noting their ambassador roster, how big names are putting themselves behind this circumspect brand — and some in the poker community are not happy that he did.

We stand with Crispin 100% on this.

Rec Poker Chats brings in Barry Carter this week, and the conversation covers everything from his writing career to what it takes to keep a poker training site running.

Carter talks candidly about the challenges of speaking to different audiences and adapting as tech changes the poker landscape.

There is also a lighter side: Barry gets blindsided near the end in a way that the hosts clearly enjoyed more than he did. As always, they open with a quick-fire speed round and wrap up by raffling off a prize in support of a local food bank.

After the WSOP Main Event is won, what is the extra EV that player can expect?

Rob Kuhn and PokerStrategy gets into it.

Gal Yifrach, the 2025 PokerStars NAPT Main Event winner, was arrested at Los Angeles airport on federal charges, as reported by PokerStrategy.

The Israeli pro, known for his appearances on streamed cash games, was indicted in 2022 but had managed to keep playing poker and winning big until ICE officers took him into custody this week.

The indictment alleges Yifrach ran an illegal gambling business and laundered money by cycling cash from an illegal casino into legitimate ventures like real estate.

Should he be convicted, Yifrach faces a prison sentence of up to 25 years, as well as fines that could rise to $750,000.

The story seems far from over, as Yifrach now faces a trial that could see the end of his poker career, at least for the foreseeable future.

The New Yorker cartoonist turns his hand to capturing WSOP moments.

We haven’t logged in to PokerOrg to see all the impressions, but this one of Martin Kabhrel is amazing!

Rampage’s ode to Las Vegas.

No mention of Allen Kessler in this one.

Josh Arieh is super compelling; I loved this interview with Remko.

Arieh is exceptionally candid about the choices that he has made in the past and what drives him to do better each day—an excellent watch.

The PokerNews Podcast is going live this weekend!

To mark its 1000th episode, the boys are taking the podcast live in Vegas. It even looks like you can attend if you are in the area.

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A lucky player from Pennsylvania won the $250k jackpot in a $50 Spin-and-Go on July 16, while thousands of others continue chasing after the million dollar jackpot still live in the $5 games.

Wed, Jul 22
Get More Value for Your Play at BetRivers Poker This Summer

BetRivers is giving back 25% of all rake generated at cash game tables through peak hour Splash Pots, and awarding daily Cub3d SNG tickets through the SNG Cub3d Punch Card promo.

Wed, Jul 22
Clubs Poker No-Fee Daily Mix – Added Value & Daily Action for Mixed Game Lovers

Clubs Poker has launched a series of daily mixed game tournaments with substantial SC guarantees, no tournament fees, and a rotating mix of popular poker games beyond Texas Hold’em.

Tue, Jul 21
2026 WSOP Online Bracelets: The Numbers Behind the 30-Event Schedule

EXCLUSIVE • The 2026 WSOP Online bracelet schedule awards millions in prize money, but participation continues to trend lower year over year.

Tue, Jul 21
Get on the Road to the Multi-State Summer Series on BetRivers Poker

Each week, BetRivers Poker will be dishing out $10,000 worth of satellite tickets to its upcoming Multi-State Summer Series.

Tue, Jul 21
DraftKings Poker Combined Liquidity Across Three States, But What Does It Mean for Electric Poker?

The operator made a move to merge its player pools in Michigan, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, but Electric Poker still remains the only online poker product offered on the platform.

Mon, Jul 20
888poker Rolls Out Summer Fest Featuring $8,000 in Prizes & Live Event Packages

The operator is set to give out over $8,000 in cash prizes via Sunday freeroll and award four $2,500 packages to the season-ending 888poker LIVE event in London.

Mon, Jul 20
Here’s How Much the 2026 WSOP Generated in Prize Money and Fees

The 2026 World Series of Poker sets another attendance record while generating hundreds of millions in prize money and tournament fees.

Fri, Jul 17