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Argus Riven

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I've spent years at the tables — cash and tournaments — and just as long shaping poker copy behind the scenes: room reviews, bonus fine print, tournament notes. At PokerInsider I write the way I wish more sites would: clear structure, honest trade-offs, no hype. Whether you're new or already grinding, I care about what the offer actually costs you — rake, variance, and the fine print — and I treat responsible play as part of the job, not a footnote.


High-Stakes Poker in Michigan: The Online Casino Revolution

Michigan's regulated online casino market has significantly impacted high-stakes poker culture. Discover how the state's iGaming industry is evolving and what experts predict for the future.

May 7, 2026

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby Banned from 150 Casinos for Blackjack Skills

Scott Kirby, the CEO of United Airlines, is infamous in the casino world for his blackjack card-counting abilities, earning him a ban from over 150 casinos. Learn how he honed his skills and why casinos still remember him today.

May 7, 2026

US Player Wins $700 Battle Against Casino: A Tale of Persistence and CRC Victory

A US casino player fought for three months to retrieve $700 in winnings, facing numerous obstacles and uncooperative customer support. The Casino Guru Complaint Resolution Center (CRC) eventually stepped in to resolve the issue.

May 7, 2026

Play'n GO Unveils Colt Lightning Inferno Slot Game with 50,000x Payout

Play’n GO has launched Colt Lightning Inferno, a new slot game with a maximum payout of 50,000x. The game features a 5x4 grid with symbols representing prairie wildlife and offers various bonus rounds and multipliers.

May 7, 2026

PAGCOR Endorses SiGMA Asia Summit 2026: A Boost for Gaming and Fintech

The Philippines' gaming regulator, PAGCOR, has officially backed the SiGMA Asia Summit 2026, highlighting its importance for the regulated gaming and fintech industries. The event, scheduled for May 31 - June 3, 2026, at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City, aims to foster key partnerships and drive economic growth.

May 7, 2026

Illinois Woman Wins $1 Million with $50 Lottery Ticket

Rosalina Galaxy, an Illinois resident, won $1 million from a $50 scratch-off lottery ticket. She bought the ticket on impulse after her first choice was sold out.

May 7, 2026

FIFA World Cup 2026: US Hotel Bookings Fall Short of Expectations

Despite the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, hotel bookings in the US are lagging behind expectations, according to a report by the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA).

May 7, 2026

White Hat Studios Launches Super Mode with Fanatics Casino

White Hat Studios has introduced Super Mode, a new tool designed to boost game session durations and engagement. Fanatics Casino is the first to debut this dynamic promotional tool.

May 7, 2026

PokerStars Shutting Down in Ontario to Rebrand with FanDuel

PokerStars is shutting down its platform in Ontario, Canada, and will be added to FanDuel Ontario as “PokerStars Exclusively on FanDuel.” The new addition will also affect PokerStars’ online casino and sports betting offerings.

May 7, 2026

Poker Pro Suggests Radical Changes to Encourage More Action

Tom 'tombos21' Boshoff proposes removing the small blind and adding large antes to make poker games more entertaining. He also suggests using a single blind instead of multiple blinds.

May 7, 2026