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Monday, September 7, 2026
PokerStars SCOOP Returns to US Markets With Record $5 Million Guarantee
PokerStars SCOOP runs March 17-April 3 with 252 events and a $5 million guarantee, the largest in US series history.
Problem Gambling Awareness Month: Industry Urges Responsible Play
March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month. Operators and poker platforms remind players to play responsibly, offering tools and support for those at risk.
Sunday, September 6, 2026
Lucas Jumalon: The Heartbreak Behind His WSOP Main Event Run
Discover the emotional story behind Lucas Jumalon's deep run in the WSOP Main Event, marked by personal loss and resilience.
Neymar Scores Brace for Santos, Sparks Controversy with Celebration Aimed at Fans Over Poker Tournament Participation
Neymar scored twice for Santos and celebrated provocatively toward fans, referencing criticism over his poker tournament appearances.
888poker Releases Part 5 of 2026 WSOP Documentary: Bubble Survival for Barone and Navarro
888poker unveils Part 5 of its 2026 WSOP documentary, focusing on the dramatic bubble survival of players Barone and Navarro.
FullHouseCrypto Bounty Hunt: $180K Finale and Freebuy Satellites
FullHouseCrypto's Bounty Hunt series offers a $180K finale and freebuy satellites, blending crypto-friendly poker with added player value.
Petter Berg Wins Record-Breaking Coolbet Open Main Event for €65,415
Norwegian Petter Berg overcame a short stack to win the largest Coolbet Open Main Event ever, taking home €65,415 after a dramatic final table in Tallinn.
WPT Tokyo, Japan's Largest Poker Tournament, Cancelled for 2025 Amid Regulatory Uncertainty
WPT Tokyo, Japan's largest poker event, will not be held this year due to regulatory challenges, organizers citing difficulty in fully eliminating legal risks.
WPT Tokyo 2026 Called Off: Regulatory Uncertainty and Risk Concerns Explained
WPT Tokyo 2026 will not take place. Organizers cite regulatory trends and difficulty in eliminating risks. Learn what this means for the poker scene.
888poker's Noche de Poker El Festival Heads to Seville Next Week
888poker's Noche de Poker El Festival is set to take place in Seville next week, bringing live poker action to Spain.
Triton SHRS Jeju: Alex Theologis Wins First Title in Historic Greek Victory
Alex Theologis becomes the first Greek champion at Triton SHRS Jeju, winning Event #1 for $642,000. Event #2 heads to final day with Lim Chin Wei as chipleader.
AI vs Your Poker Face: The Battle Unfolding at ESPN’s World Series of Poker 2026
At the 2026 WSOP, AI tools challenge human intuition. Explore how poker faces meet algorithms, and what this means for the game's future.
dev.fun Launches Poker Arena: First Public Benchmark for AI Agent Reasoning
dev.fun introduces Poker Arena, the first public benchmark for AI agent reasoning, using Texas Hold'em to test strategic decision-making.
Hangame Royal Hold'em to Host 5th Hangame Poker Tour with KRW 1.6 Billion Prize Pool
Hangame Royal Hold'em announces the 5th Hangame Poker Tour, featuring a total prize pool of KRW 1.6 billion. Details on the event's scale and significance.
NHN Hangame Royal Hold'em and Bithumb to Host Fifth HPT with Total Prize Pool of 1.6 Billion KRW
NHN Hangame Royal Hold'em partners with Bithumb for the fifth HPT, featuring a total prize pool of 1.6 billion KRW.
Matthew Higgins Wins WSOP Circuit Main Event in Tunica, Earns 10th Ring
Matthew Higgins captures his 10th WSOP Circuit ring by winning the Main Event in Tunica, adding another milestone to his poker career.
Time Bank Runs Out, Big Pot Slips Away: Paxis Seeks Rematch
A live coaching session with Paxis highlights a costly time-bank mistake, prompting a desire for a rematch. Learn key time-management lessons.
Coolbet Open Sets All-Time Record with 753 Entries and €357,675 Prize Pool
The Coolbet Open Main Event in Tallinn drew 753 entries, breaking the previous record and creating a €357,675 prize pool. Finland's John Blomberg leads the final 54 players.