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Ossi “Monarch” Ketola: From Teen Entrepreneur to High-Stakes Poker Sensation

August 21, 2025 at 1:53 PM |

Ossi Ketola’s full story: childhood, business scandals and his high-stakes poker clash against Daniel Cates at the Onyx Club.

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How to Use GGPoker's Smart HUD Effectively for Player Profiling

May 14, 2025 at 11:54 AM |

We’ll show you how to use GGPoker’s Smart HUD to build player profiles and adapt your strategy based on preflop statistics.

Poker Interviews

Tom Dwan Interview: Inside His Experience at a London Psychiatric Facility

May 30, 2025 at 9:13 AM |

Tom Dwan gives first full interview to Abril Zucchi after UK mental health incident—talks PokerNews controversy, coercion, and legal action.

Poker Players

The Immortals of Poker: Tom "durrrr" Dwan, the High-Stakes Maverick

May 21, 2025 at 8:59 AM |

Tom Dwan rose from a $50 online bankroll to global poker fame—explore his meteoric rise, the Durrrr Challenge, and his mysterious Macau years.

Loyalty Program Reviews

The Ladbrokes VIP Club Full Review

April 21, 2010 at 6:27 PM |

Been left in the dark concerning what the Ladbrokes VIP Club is about? Well, we can provide you with an insight.

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GGPoker Launches Ocean KO With Bounties Up to $1.5M

October 1, 2026 at 10:22 AM |

GGPoker is launching the new Ocean KO format with bounties of up to $1.5 million, alongside $18 million in promotions this October.

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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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CoinPoker 3-Bet Club Explained: Cost, Requirements and Whether It's Worth It

August 19, 2026 at 1:18 PM |

CoinPoker's 3-Bet Club costs $35/month and pays up to 15% extra rakeback — but Tier 2 requires hitting published 3-bet and VPIP thresholds. Full breakdown and break-even maths.

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Betfred VIP Program Analysis

October 25, 2011 at 2:56 PM |

In our current analysis we have taken a closer look at Betfred Poker's VIP program. After getting to know the details of the program, you will be able to easily calculate how much time it will take you to get to a certain level and what bonuses you can expect there.

Poker Strategy

How to Play Pocket Queens (QQ) Like a Pro: Preflop & Postflop Strategy Guide

February 26, 2025 at 5:35 PM |

Pocket Queens (QQ) is one of the strongest hands in poker, but many players struggle with it in tough preflop and postflop spots. Learn when to play aggressively, when to slow down, and even when to consider folding QQ.

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How to Play KQo in No-Limit Hold'em: Preflop and Postflop Strategy Guide

April 10, 2025 at 4:30 PM |

KQo looks strong, but it can get you in trouble fast. Learn how to maximize its value and avoid costly misplays, both preflop and postflop.

Poker Articles

Macau’s Big Games: Where Poker Pros and Asian Billionaires Went to War

May 26, 2025 at 12:58 PM |

Behind closed doors at StarWorld Casino, poker legends and tycoons battled in high-stakes games that defined an era in Macau poker history.

Poker Strategy

Poker Strategy: Difference between range and nut advantage

May 14, 2024 at 4:29 PM |

In this article, we'll examine the terms range and nut advantage and how to use them in practice.

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Stefan11222 Goes All-In – CGWC Week 2 Recap Unleashes High-Stakes Drama

June 25, 2025 at 1:20 PM |

Watch the Week 2 video: Stefan11222 plays fearless deep-stacked poker in the latest CoinPoker Mid-Stakes Championship episode.

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PokerStars UK Moves to Betfair in Major Poker Migration

September 16, 2026 at 2:38 PM |

PokerStars UK players will move to Betfair as Flutter expands the PokerStars Network, bringing GBP-only wallets and changes to transfers and accounts.

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From Poker to ChatGPT: How Poker Helped Advance AI

September 29, 2026 at 11:19 AM |

From Cepheus and Libratus to Pluribus and modern reasoning models: discover how poker became an important testing ground for artificial intelligence.

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Global Online Poker Traffic 2022–2025: Peaks, Declines, and the Road Ahead

August 27, 2025 at 2:14 PM |

Online poker cash game traffic hit a multi-year high in early 2024 before falling back. Can GGPoker, PokerStars, and WPT Global shift the trend?

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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.

Poker Strategy

How to Play AQo in Poker: Strategy, Pitfalls, and Winning Tips

March 25, 2025 at 4:30 PM |

AQo (Ace-Queen offsuit) is one of the strongest hands in poker, but it can also be tricky to play correctly. This guide will help you maximize value while avoiding costly mistakes, from preflop decisions to postflop strategy.

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Sky Poker Joins iPoker Network After 18 Years of Independent Operation

May 28, 2025 at 2:22 PM |

Sky Poker ends its 18-year run as an independent site and joins the iPoker network. New software, exclusive games, and £100K in freerolls mark the transition.

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Run It Twice Arrives on 888poker: Cash Game Feature Goes Live in 2026

April 16, 2026 at 1:43 PM |

888poker launches Run It Twice on cash tables. Learn how it works, where it’s available, and how it helps reduce variance in all-in situations.

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888poker XL Autumn Series Returns With Nearly $900K Guaranteed

September 21, 2026 at 12:15 PM |

888poker XL Autumn Series returns with 41 tournaments, nearly $900K in guarantees and a $300K guaranteed Mystery Main Event.

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Legal Real Money Social App Joins Rakerace.com

October 30, 2020 at 6:59 PM |

Pokio is the biggest and most trusted mobile poker app, offering massive exclusive promotions for You!

Poker Strategy

How to distinguish in Holdem which draws to bet?

January 16, 2023 at 5:15 PM |

This article will explore a few cornerstones of choosing hands to start bluffing on the flop.

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Interview with Bart Crebolder on Why Online Casinos Rarely Offer Poker Bonuses

June 29, 2026 at 6:50 AM |

Online casinos shout about free spins, reload bonuses, cashback, tournaments, and big welcome offers. Then you open the poker tab, and suddenly things get quieter. There may be a ticket, a rakeback deal, or a race, but almost never the same “100% casino bonus” treatment.

Poker Strategy

Poker Strategy: Choosing our bet sizes preflop - 3-betting and 4-betting

July 17, 2024 at 1:02 PM |

We'll continue our mini-series of preflop bet and raise sizing, we advance to the intricacies of 3-bet and 4-bet pots.

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Jurojin: High-Stakes Poker Players Targeted in Hole Card Attack

October 1, 2026 at 10:26 AM |

Jurojin says around 30 high-stakes poker players were targeted with manipulated software updates that could give an attacker access to their hole cards.

Poker Strategy

Bet, Check, Fold: A Beginner’s Guide to Thinking Through a Poker Hand Like a Pro

September 11, 2025 at 9:52 AM |

Learn a simple, step‑by‑step framework that lets you analyze any poker hand like a seasoned pro—even if you’re just starting out.

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Best Online Poker Sites for Spin & Go in 2025

March 19, 2025 at 3:32 PM |

The best online poker sites for Spin & Go games in 2025! GGPoker, 888poker, iPoker, PokerKing, and top alternatives for US players, crypto users, and those looking for mobile-friendly gameplay.

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Gaelle Garcia Diaz - From Poker Pro to Playboy Model to EPT Presenter

May 21, 2013 at 2:02 PM |

Gaelle Garcia Diaz, the 25-year-old ex-Playmate from Brussels is one of the most attractive sights to see at a poker tournament table (or in it's vicinity). She's not only beautiful, she's also the official EPT presenter for PokerStars in Belgium and Spain, a sponsored PokerStars pro and a model as well.