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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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WSOP Online Champ Disqualified: GGPoker Scandal Explained

November 13, 2024 at 1:00 PM |

Shocking news in online poker! GGPoker disqualified a WSOP winner. Discover why and how this shake-up impacts players and the future of online poker.

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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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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.

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.

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.

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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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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.

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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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iPoker’s Current Rake System (2025): The Real Player Value (RPV) Model Explained

July 2, 2025 at 4:04 PM |

Learn how iPoker’s RPV rake system works in 2025. Discover its Weighted-Contributed and Source-Based roots, and how it shapes rakeback rewards.

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Betfair Poker Left iPoker: How to Keep Playing on the iPoker Network in 2026

August 14, 2026 at 10:31 AM |

Betfair Poker moved to the PokerStars Network on 13 August 2026. Staying on iPoker? RedStar Poker keeps HUDs, Speed Poker and up to 35% rakeback + 15% chase.

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Martin Hummel Smashes Online Poker Record With 76-Hour Session

August 25, 2026 at 1:46 PM |

Martin Hummel played online poker for 76 hours on GGPoker, surpassing the previous endurance record by 27 hours while also finishing in profit.

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.

Poker Tournaments

Vladimir Korzinin: The mysterious inventor and new-found high-roller crusher

November 18, 2024 at 1:30 PM |

In the 2024 Triton Poker Monte Carlo series, Vladimir Korzinin has unexpectedly found himself in the spotlight after winning nearly $7.9 million as an amateur player.

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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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How to distinguish in Holdem which draws to bet?

January 18, 2023 at 4:39 PM |

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

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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.

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WSOP Online 2026 & WCOOP 2026 Satellite Guide: Qualify Before the Fields Get Tough

August 14, 2026 at 2:54 PM |

WSOP Online 2026 runs Aug 16–Sep 29 on GGPoker (33 bracelets, $25M Main Event). WCOOP's 25th edition follows Sep 6–30. Full satellite routes and deal breakdown.

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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.

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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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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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Beginner Guide - What are outs, and why so important in poker?

April 19, 2023 at 3:03 PM |

It's crucial to recognize the cards that will help you to improve. It's not difficult to calculate, but knowing the math behind it is essential to make educated decisions at the table.

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Beginner Guide: What are outs, and why so important in poker?

April 20, 2023 at 5:20 PM |

It's crucial to recognize the cards that will help you to improve. It's not difficult to calculate, but knowing the math behind it is essential to make educated decisions at the table.

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The Beast Explained: Why WPN's Rake Model Is the One You Can Actually Calculate

August 18, 2026 at 4:10 PM |

The Beast takes $0.02 of every $0.06 in rake — published, capped and identical for every player. Here's the arithmetic, and how it compares to GGPoker's hidden PVI.

Poker Tournaments

Six Hours, Two Bustouts: Jumalon Holds the Lead as Han Feng Rockets Into Second at the WSOP Main Event Final Table

August 4, 2026 at 12:52 PM |

Only two players hit the rail on Day 1 of the 2026 WSOP Main Event final table. Lucas Jumalon still leads, Han Feng climbed from last to second, and four players sit under 20 big blinds.

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$1.10 to Seoul: How the WPT Global Satellite Path to the Korean Championship Actually Works

August 19, 2026 at 2:41 PM |

WPT Global runs satellites to the WPT Seoul Championship until 25 October. The full path costs $1.10 to enter — here's the structure, the odds, and the deadlines that void your package.

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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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PokerStars US Shutdown on April 1 Ahead of FanDuel Poker Relaunch

March 31, 2026 at 2:57 PM |

PokerStars shuts down US poker on April 1 ahead of its FanDuel transition. Relaunch date unconfirmed, with shared liquidity planned across three states.

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Partypoker Changes Heads-Up Cash Games to Fast-Fold Format

April 17, 2024 at 2:32 PM |

Partypoker is enacting changes. The latest one is to phase out traditional heads-up cash games for fast-fold. See how this change affects the poker room.

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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.