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Stake Showdown Set for a New Record $200k Guarantee on October 25

Stake Poker has increased the guarantee on its flagship tournament, as the $1k buy-in Stake Showdown will feature its biggest guaranteed prize pool yet next Sunday.

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Make sure to get 10% of your buy-ins back at BetRivers Poker.

If you play online poker in Pennsylvania, Michigan, West Virginia, or Delaware at BetRivers Poker, you can get 10% of your daily buy-ins back as satellite tickets. You just need to register for the MTTs you want to play before they kick off.

ACRPoker issues a statement about a serious (now-fixed) software bug.

According to the operator, the bug created a potential security risk, but they couldn’t find any evidence of player account being compromised as a result of this flaw.

This is the kind of thing that happens when you have an overly aggressive image.

It’s not often than players seriously contemplate river calls with just a king-high, but Mariano’s aggressive image doesn’t always work in his favor.

Aaron Barone is back to the usual programming.

Having successfully finished his bankroll challenge, Barone is back grinding his usual tournaments and crushing it.

More names for the WPT Shooting Stars are announced.

The WPT Shooting Stars Championship is on next week, and the list of players to go after is slowly getting its final shape.

It’s not like Doug Polk to take credit…

In all fairness, Polk did a lot to improve things at ClubWPT Gold, and he is back with another announcement. This one concerns packages to the upcoming WPT World Championship, and there are apparently 100 of them up for grabs.

Is this your sign to take your poker training to the next level?

Octopi Poker is offering two weeks completely free, no credit card needed. If you are ready to finally take on poker solvers and start studying like the pros do, this is worth checking out.

Nicky Palma’s tough laydown helped him cash for over $100k.

After folding a straight on the river, Palma went on to finish in the third spot, making $104,000, which also puts him in the lead for the Purple Jacket.

Are you looking for a career in poker?

The World Poker Tour is hiring, and there are all sorts of openings available. If you’re looking to start a career in poker or want a change from your current job, it’s worth checking out.

Can a flopped set hold against three opponents?

There are more outs to dodge, but more money to be won as well, so it evens out. It also helps if the opponents share some of their outs.

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BetMGM Casino Launches LegendSCARY, Its Biggest Halloween Campaign to Date

The campaign aims to bring a full-scale Halloween experience, combining visual elements, holiday-themed games, and special promotions with generous rewards.

Sat, Oct 17
Canada’s Supreme Court Hears Ontario Online Poker Shared Liquidity Case

The Court will decide whether Ontario-regulated poker and DFS platforms can pool players with international networks, in a ruling that could reshape online poker across Canada.

Mon, Oct 12
Clubs Poker Is Running The Clubs Major – Its Biggest Guaranteed Tournament Ever

The Clubs Major will run on Sunday, October 25, giving players a chance to compete for a 50,000 SC prize pool and offering plenty of qualification opportunities in the weeks leading up to it.

Mon, Oct 12
PokerNews Online Championship Returns to 888 This October

The 2026 PokerNews Online Championship by 888 features 40 individual events and brings almost $800,000 in guaranteed prizes.

Sun, Oct 11
BetRivers Poker Has an Advantage Other US Operators Don’t

With its own software under direct control, BetRivers Poker can respond to player feedback and develop its product without relying on a third-party provider.

Fri, Oct 09
PokerStars Exiting Alberta on October 13, No Information on Re-Launch

PokerStars has informed all players from Alberta that it will be stopping its poker operations in the province on October 13, sharing no information about potential return.

Fri, Oct 09
Win Your Way to the WPT World Championship at WPT Global for Just $1.10

WPT Global is giving away $12k WPT World Championship packages every Sunday, with affordable entry buy-ins and lots of opportunities for extra value for all satellite winners.

Fri, Oct 09
Over $5 Million in Guaranteed Prizes Across Three Festivals at WSOP Online This Fall

More than 200 tournaments, 33 WSOP Bracelets, 18 WSOPC Rings, a Championship Belt, and millions in prize money are up for grabs this fall at one of America’s biggest online poker networks.

Thu, Oct 08