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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.


CoinPoker and PokerGO Offer $100K High Stakes Poker Seat Giveaway

CoinPoker and PokerGO have joined forces to give one lucky player a $100,000 seat on High Stakes Poker. Discover how to enter and win this exclusive prize.

August 29, 2026

Fabiano Kovalski Wins EPT Barcelona Mystery Bounty Event

Brazilian poker player Fabiano Kovalski won the EPT Barcelona Mystery Bounty event, earning $447,099. The event featured a total prize pool of $3,466,741, with notable players running deep.

August 28, 2026

NFL and Powerball Launch Exciting New Weekly Draw Game: Powerball Xs & Os

The NFL and Powerball have joined forces to create Powerball Xs & Os, a new weekly draw game that combines football and lottery excitement. Tickets go on sale September 8, 2026.

August 28, 2026

Polymarket and Sportradar Expand Partnership to Over 20 Global Sports Leagues

Sportradar and Polymarket have expanded their partnership to include over 20 global sports leagues, enhancing Polymarket’s sports offerings with premium data and live content.

August 28, 2026

World Poker Tour Announces Major Events and Online Satellites for 2026-2027

The World Poker Tour (WPT) has announced several major events and online satellites for the remainder of 2026 and into 2027. The tour will visit Cyprus, Las Vegas, Seoul, and Cambodia, with exciting opportunities for players to qualify online.

August 28, 2026

High Stakes Poker: Sam Soverel's Big Win and Randall Emmett's Triumphant Outburst

The third night of High Stakes Poker saw Sam Soverel turn his $100,000 buy-in into $389,900, while Randall Emmett celebrated his victory with a memorable outburst. Rick Salomon, however, ended the night down $163,700.

August 28, 2026

GiG Acquires 80% Stake in 888AFRICA, Evolution Rejects Dart's Bid, Brazil Considers Betting Limits

GiG Software is set to acquire an 80% stake in 888AFRICA, while Evolution's Board rejects Kenneth Dart's takeover offer. Brazil explores a monthly betting deposit limit.

August 28, 2026

Wazdan Expands in North America with Caliente Interactive Partnership

Wazdan has strengthened its North American footprint through a new content partnership with Caliente Interactive's leading Mexican brand, caliente.mx. The deal includes popular titles like Mighty Wild: Panther and 25 Coins.

August 28, 2026

Caesars Sportsbook Fined $251,250 for Responsible Gambling Failures in New Jersey

Caesars Sportsbook has been fined $251,250 by the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE) for failing to meet responsible gambling standards. The sportsbook also had to give up $45,465 in profits as part of the settlement.

August 28, 2026

Connecticut Targets Kalshi Again: New Lawsuit Aims to Block Sports Event Contracts

Connecticut has filed a new lawsuit against Kalshi, arguing that its sports event contracts constitute illegal gambling. Kalshi, however, insists it is regulated by the CFTC and not subject to state gaming laws.

August 28, 2026