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Poker Scandal Linked to the Lucchese Crime Family Uncovered in New Jersey

April 17, 2025 at 1:26 PM |

A poker and sports betting ring with ties to the Lucchese crime family has been dismantled in New Jersey—among those charged is a local councilman.

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From Sunday Million Glory to $0: The Rise and Fall of Camillo30

April 11, 2025 at 4:25 PM |

Camillo30 won $176,959 in the PokerStars Sunday Million—then lost it all within weeks. A cautionary tale of ego, poor bankroll management, and tilt.

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Phil Hellmuth’s $80 Million Miss: A Startup Deal That Got Away

March 28, 2025 at 12:48 PM |

Phil Hellmuth declined a $15K startup investment later valued at $80 million. Alan Keating shared the details on the Doug Polk Podcast.

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Attorney Thomas Goldstein to Remain Under Electronic Monitoring – Court Decision

March 28, 2025 at 10:28 AM |

High-profile attorney Thomas Goldstein, facing allegations of $50 million poker-related tax fraud, will remain under electronic monitoring due to high flight risk.

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Veronica Brill Revisits the Postle Scandal Through Animated Series

March 27, 2025 at 3:53 PM |

The Mike Postle poker scandal returns—Veronica Brill breaks it down in a new animated series about one of the most infamous cheating cases in poker.

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WPT Global Targets Polish Market as PokerStars Bows Out

March 27, 2025 at 11:39 AM |

With PokerStars exiting Poland, WPT Global is stepping up its efforts to expand in the region and attract displaced online poker players.

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Szoboszlai vs. Güler: The “1088” Feud After Hungary–Turkey Clash

March 25, 2025 at 3:41 PM |

Tensions rise between poker fan Dominik Szoboszlai and Arda Güler after Turkey’s 3–0 win over Hungary, with the feud continuing on social media.

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Doyle Brunson, the Eternal Poker Legend – and the Story Behind the Name "Texas Dolly"

March 25, 2025 at 2:34 PM |

Doyle Brunson didn’t choose the nickname “Texas Dolly” — it came from a simple misunderstanding. Discover the story that turned into poker legend.

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The EPT Berlin Heist: 15 Years Since Poker’s Most Infamous Robbery

March 19, 2025 at 2:11 PM |

15 years ago, the EPT Berlin heist shocked the poker world as armed robbers stormed the tournament venue, stealing €242,000. The crime, arrests, and its lasting impact.

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Cheating Scandal in Las Vegas: Poker Players Demand Change Led by Mike Holtz

March 14, 2025 at 9:55 AM |

Cheating allegations and Resorts World Casino’s response spark Mike Holtz and top poker pros to demand changes after the Poker Atlas Tour Main Event.

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Raabs Pokernacht: Stefan Raab's New Show Starts with Low Ratings on RTL

March 4, 2025 at 4:57 PM |

Raabs Pokernacht, Stefan Raab's new poker show on RTL, launched in partnership with GGPoker but debuted with low ratings.

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A Billionaire Plans a Drug-Free High Roller Poker Tournament Series

February 20, 2025 at 4:02 PM |

Alcohol is Allowed, Drugs Are Not – Chamath Palihapitiya has floated the idea of launching a unique high roller poker tournament series where the use of recreational drugs would be strictly prohibited.

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WSOP 2025: The Schedule is Here, GGPoker Preserves Traditions

February 20, 2025 at 2:04 PM |

The 2025 WSOP returns to Las Vegas from May 27 to July 16. GGPoker has made minimal changes to the schedule, keeping traditions while introducing new events.

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Patrik Demus, RakeRace.com MTT Coach, Finishes 3rd in WPT Prime Cambodia – Wins $111,200!

February 19, 2025 at 2:17 PM |

Patrik "patr1ckz" Demus, the RakeRace.com coach, secured 3rd place at the WPT Prime Cambodia $1,100 NLHE event, earning $111,200. Read more about his deep run!