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FanDuel Poker Could Actually be Happening

There is now clear evidence that the company plans to combine PokerStars with FanDuel and offer online poker under its sports betting platform. —


Virginia Could Be the Second State to Legalize Online Poker in 2026

Virginia advances legislation that could make it the second state to legalize online poker in 2026, though key negotiations and a delayed launch timeline still stand in the way. —


WPT Asia Series is Awarding ¥100,000,000 in Guaranteed Prizes

Running for four full weeks, the WPT Asia Series will give away nine exclusive WPT Rings, ¥100,000,000 in tournament prizes, and ¥3,000,000 in leaderboard prizes to the best-performing players across the entire series. —


The 2026 PokerStars European Poker Tour Season Gets Underway in Paris

The season-opening EPT Paris by PokerStars gets underway, promising ten days of non-stop action on and off the felt. —


Battle of Malta 2026 Unveils Full Schedule and Doubles Down on Guarantee to €1,000,000

With a record-breaking €1,000,000 guaranteed prize pool, an expanded schedule of marquee events, and online qualification paths expected across multiple poker platforms soon, the Battle of Malta 2026 is set to make history. —


Brazilian Series of Poker: The Ultimate Player Guide

Your full BSOP guide, including the overview of this year’s stops, full schedules, online BSOP satellites on PokerStars, and more. —


Battle of Malta: The Ultimate Player Guide

Your comprehensive guide to the Battle of Malta festival, including the full schedule, satellite information, guarantees, and more. —


Why BetRivers Poker Could Be the Best Hope for Online Poker in Maine

As Maine becomes the latest US state to legalize online poker, BetRivers Poker’s growing multi-state network and small-market track record could make it the state’s strongest contender. —


WSOP 2026 Full Schedule Revealed: 100 Bracelets in a “Revamped Lineup”

The World Series of Poker 2026 schedule features 100 bracelet events, new additions, expanded flights, and a first-ever summer Circuit series. —


North Carolina Online Poker: Legal Status, Sweepstakes Options, and What’s Next

A clear guide to online poker in North Carolina, including the current legal status, sweepstakes‑based options available today, and whether lawmakers could consider online casino gaming in the future. —


Missouri Online Poker: Legal Status, Sweepstakes Options, and What’s Next

A clear guide to online poker in Missouri, including the current legal status, sweepstakes‑based options available today, and whether lawmakers could consider online casino gaming in the future. —


Wisconsin Online Poker: Legal Status, Sweepstakes Options, and What’s Next

A clear guide to online poker in Wisconsin, including the current legal status, sweepstakes‑based options available today, and whether lawmakers could consider online casino gaming in the future. —


Minnesota Online Poker: Legal Status, Sweepstakes Options, and What’s Next

A clear guide to online poker in Minnesota, including the current legal status, sweepstakes‑based options available today, and whether lawmakers could consider online casino gaming in the future. —


PokerStars Announces EPT Barcelona and New Live League Stops for the Summer

EPT Barcelona is back on the schedule in its usual August slot, while festivals like PokerStars Open Malaga and PokerStars Open Namur offer further opportunities to compete for valuable Live League points throughout the summer. —


Illinois Gaming Board Issues Cease and Desist Letters to Sweepstakes Operators

Illinois joins a series of states taking action against sweepstakes casino and poker operators in recent months, as more than 60 sweepstakes sites receive cease and desist letters, ordering them to stop catering to Illinois residents immediately. —


World Series of Poker Europe Announces Inaugural Ladies Championship Event

Hosted in Prague for the first time in its history, the 2026 World Series of Poker Europe (WSOPE) will feature a €1,000 Ladies Championship event, which will award a unique WSOP bracelet to its eventual champion. —


888poker’s Sale Week Is Back & You Don’t Want to Miss Out

With two dozen events spread across eight days, reduced buy-ins, and unchanged guarantees, Sale Week is a real treat for all tournament fans at 888poker. —


PokerStars Presents Spin & Go Championship Live Paris Participants

With the next Spin & Go Championship Live just weeks away, PokerStars introduces some of the participants who will compete for the €300,000 prize pool during this year’s EPT Paris festival. —


Octopi Poker – A Different Kind of Poker Training Site

Octopi Poker is a powerful poker training site that offers tools for hardcore grinders, but also caters to more casual players and adds some fun to the learning process. —


Every Win Counts: BetRivers Poker's New Spring Championship Series Introduces 88 Trophies

BetRivers Poker is raising the stakes this spring with a 15-day Championship series offering 88 events and a half million in guarantees. —