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Argus Riven

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.


New US Law Threatens to Make Professional Poker Even Harder

The 'Big Beautiful Bill' signed by President Trump in July 2025 includes changes that could significantly impact professional poker players. The new tax rules mean players will only be able to write off 90% of their expenses, affecting high-stakes players the most.

July 30, 2025

Ontario Considers Opening Online Poker to US and EU Players

Ontario is exploring the possibility of opening its online poker market to foreign players, including those from the US and EU. The province's legal challenge aims to clarify the legality of international play.

July 29, 2025

Poker Pro Steven Chidwick Opens Up About His Struggles with Autism and Bipolar Disorder

Top poker player Steven Chidwick shares his personal journey and how he overcame his struggles with autism and bipolar disorder. His post received 500,000 views and 4,000 likes.

July 29, 2025

Russian Online Poker League (ROPL) Returns with Exciting Tournaments

The Russian Online Poker League (ROPL) is back with a new series of tournaments from August 15 to 31, 2025. The series will feature 56 tournaments with a total prize pool of at least 75,000,000. Players can earn tickets to key tournaments through cash game missions and satellites.

July 29, 2025

High-Rollers Turn to Crypto and Telegram for Exclusive Poker Games

High-stakes poker players are leveraging cryptocurrency and Telegram for private, high-stakes games with unique benefits. Discover how this trend is reshaping the poker landscape.

July 28, 2025

PokerStars EPT Barcelona Returns with Exciting Events and Spin & Go Championship

The 2025 PokerStars EPT Barcelona is set to return from August 18 to 31 with a packed schedule of events, including the €5,300 Main Event and the Spin & Go Championship Live. Players can still qualify online through leaderboards until August 4.

July 28, 2025

Why Poker Pros Prefer Anonymous Online Sites

Poker professionals are increasingly turning to anonymous online poker sites for strategic and practical advantages. Discover why pros like Jeff Boski opt for these platforms and how they benefit from the anonymity.

July 28, 2025

Spazzzeman Wraps Up Live Session Series with New Episode and HRC Analysis

Spazzzeman concludes his live session series for MTT Project students with a new episode and an analysis with HRC. He shares his gameplay, explaining decisions and adaptations.

July 28, 2025

Derek Walters' ICM Strategy: Buying Shares in the WSOP Main Event

Derek Walters gathered a $1 million fund to buy shares in the WSOP Main Event using the ICM method. He successfully purchased shares from three players, including Brandon Eisen.

July 28, 2025

Andrej Gigaloff Shares His Poker Journey and Love for Limit Games

Poker player Andrej Gigaloff discusses his 20-year journey in poker, his preference for limit games, and his recent win at the WSOP HORSE tournament.

July 27, 2025