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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.


Brian Townsend: From Poker Prodigy to Corporate Climber

Brian Townsend's journey from a top online poker player to a market researcher is a tale of high stakes and dramatic turns. Learn about his rise, fall, and eventual exit from the poker world.

January 30, 2022

Alex Yen Wins 2022 WPT Lucky Hearts Poker Open for $975,240

Alex Yen secured a lifetime best cash of $975,240 by winning the 2022 WPT Lucky Hearts Poker Open. The event attracted 1982 entries and featured notable players like Ali Imsirovic and Chris Moorman.

January 29, 2022

PokerMatch Announces Night Cash Drop Promotion with 330,000 UAH in Prizes

PokerMatch is running a Night Cash Drop promotion from February 4 to 14, 2024, with nightly cash drops of 30,000 UAH at Hold'em and Omaha tables. Players must complete 15 or more rake hands during the current session to qualify.

January 29, 2022

Pol Fua Wins $864,000 in High-Stakes CoinPoker Tournament

Pol Fua emerged victorious in a high-stakes poker tournament on CoinPoker, taking home $864,000. The event featured a $100,000 buy-in and attracted 14 players.

January 29, 2022

Poker-Red's Latest: AI in Poker, High-Stakes Duels, and Major Partnerships

Discover how AI is changing poker, the intense duels between Phil Hellmuth and Tom Dwan, and exciting new partnerships in the poker world.

January 29, 2022

Phil Ivey and Cheung Yin Sun's Baccarat Wins and Legal Battles

Phil Ivey and Cheung Yin Sun won millions in baccarat but faced legal battles. Did their actions constitute cheating?

January 28, 2022

Alex Hernández Secures 4th Place in CNP888 High Roller Tournament

Alex Hernández, known as 'alexhdez', finished 4th in the High Roller tournament at the CNP888 Gran Final in Madrid, earning 21,100 €. He started with the smallest stack but managed to reach the final four.

January 28, 2022

Seville Poker Players: Forum User Seeks Local Community

A user on the Educapoker forum, josgonrom, reaches out to see if there are any poker players from Seville. The post, made on January 28, 2022, also asks about any upcoming meetups.

January 28, 2022

PokerStars Expands to Greece with Full Licence for Poker, Sports, and Casino

PokerStars has launched its poker, sports, and casino products in Greece under a local licence, offering a range of games and promotions. The launch follows months of hard work and the receipt of a local licence in July 2021.

January 28, 2022

Poker Pros Share Insights on Strategies, Tools, and Personal Experiences

Poker players discuss various strategies, tools, and personal experiences. WATnlos criticized the late registration structure in GG's satellites, suggesting a strategy to exploit it. Doug Polk, known for his heads-up expertise, struggled with full-table games.

January 28, 2022