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Las Vegas is developing a new 18,000-seat arena aiming to attract a professional sports franchise and enhance its entertainment offerings.

The Charity Series of Poker will host a charity tournament in Las Vegas on December 4 to benefit Children's Miracle Network Hospitals.

Bally's Corp. unveils plans for a $1.5 billion stadium and casino resort, aiming to enhance Las Vegas's tourism and event offerings.

PokerStars NAPT at Resorts World featured 29 events with over 5,600 entries, culminating in a $10.5 million prize pool.

Nevada's casino revenue rebounded in September despite ongoing fiscal year declines, with notable variations across regions and game types.

The Sahara is closing its poker room to add more slot machines, highlighting a shift in casino gaming preferences.

Global Poker's Turbo Series offers players a chance to win a Ferrari experience at a Grand Prix, along with substantial cash prizes.

GGPoker's high-stakes games are now invitation-only, limiting player access to address the imbalance between amateur and professional players.

The recent online feud between Grazvydas Kontautas and Dirk 'Venividi1993' has reignited competitive dialogue in poker forums.

Roman Hrabec achieved significant success in poker, cashing over $6.5 million in 2024 including a bracelet win and a Super High Roller Bowl victory.

Bryn Kenney thrives under high-stakes pressure, dominating Triton tournaments and increasing his lead as the all-time money list leader.

Pieter Aerts won the Triton Super High Roller, securing $2.2 million, achieving his fourth live tournament victory and increasing his career earnings to over $7.3 million.

Bobby James is gambling his large poker winnings in a high-stakes online game, offering fans a chance to win part of his profits.

High Stakes Poker features intense battles between billionaires, showcasing the unpredictable nature of the game and significant betting dynamics.

Jesse Lonis secured a Triton Super High Roller Poker Series title, adding $1.5 million to his total earnings of $13.7 million.

Winning bettors are impacting sportsbook revenues significantly, leading to lowered revenue expectations from major operators.

Voters will decide on several gambling-related initiatives, including sports betting and casino licenses, during the upcoming elections.

The boxing match between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul set a new record for fight sports betting despite technical difficulties during the live stream.

Adam Silver supports legalizing sports betting despite scandals, emphasizing the need to adapt to technological advancements and regulate the industry.

Nick Yunis achieved his first major poker title at WPT bestbet Scramble, winning $315,791 and cementing his place among elite players.

Artur Martirosian won his second title in a week at Triton Poker, taking home $525,000 and enhancing his total earnings to nearly $21 million.

The 2024 PokerGO Tour series highlighted increased stakes and intense competition, culminating in James Chen's significant victory and milestone earnings.

The PokerGO Tour is hosting a major pot-limit Omaha festival in Texas this November, featuring substantial guarantees and exciting tournaments.

The Last Chance Series offers a final opportunity for players to qualify for the $1 million Championship, showcasing high stakes and competitive spirit.

Isaac Haxton has excelled in tournament poker, securing 10 titles in the last two years, asserting himself as a leading player on the circuit.

Jeremy Ausmus won his second title of 2024, adding $288,000 to his earnings and solidifying his lead in the PokerGO Tour points leaderboard.

Cherokee Nation Entertainment is suing Arkansas over a recent voter-approved amendment affecting their casino license in Pope County.

A casino plumbing failure allegedly left a woman hospitalized after being covered in fecal matter, leading her to sue for damages.

Jared Bleznick defeated Patrik Antonius, setting up an exciting rematch in PokerGO's High Stakes Duel 5 with $400,000 at stake.

Jared Bleznick won the High Stakes Duel against Patrik Antonius, showcasing his aggressive play style and poker strategy with mixed game formats.

Caesars Entertainment has sold the World Series of Poker brand to NSUS Group for $500 million, while retaining rights for live events.

Evan Sandberg won the World Series of Poker Circuit title in Lake Tahoe, earning $133,841 and his first gold ring.

Roland Israelashvili won his first World Series of Poker bracelet at 66, ending a long pursuit with 253 cashes prior.

Erik Seidel highlights the increased opportunities for winning poker bracelets while expressing concerns over their diminished value.

Jeremy Lenz won the World Series of Poker Circuit Grand Victoria main event, earning over $194,000 and marking his first major tournament victory.

The competition for World Series of Poker Circuit rings is intensifying, with Dan Lowery and Maurice Hawkins tied at 16 rings each.

Kevin Rabichow won the 2024 World Poker Tour Playground Championship, earning $152,006 and marking his first major live tournament victory.

Eelis Parssinen achieved a career-best $2.27 million score, solidifying his leading position in poker with nearly $9.4 million in earnings.

Igor Yaroshevskyy won the Triton event, securing his third career victory and surpassing $10.5 million in earnings.

Arian Kashani achieved his largest poker victory at Dusk Till Dawn, earning $254,394 at the UK and Ireland Poker Tour Nottingham.

Mark Buckley won the Irish Poker Festival main event, earning $192,930 and exemplifying resilience and strategy throughout a challenging final table.

Daniel Lee won the Asian Poker Tour main event, earning $256,020 and a 24K gold trophy, marking his largest poker victory yet.

Jinlong Hu wins the Asian Poker Tour main event, securing $185,430 and marking his highest career earnings of nearly $600,000.

A Florida man was arrested for placing explosive devices in Hard Rock Casino toilets, and authorities ensured accountability through investigative teamwork.

Nelly will not face charges after his arrest at a Missouri casino, as prosecutors found insufficient evidence to pursue the case.

Vladimir Korzinin achieved an unexpected victory worth $4.35M in Monte Carlo, showcasing the unpredictable nature of poker despite his self-professed inexperience.

Patrik Antonius won the Triton Invitational after a challenging heads-up battle against novice Vladimir Korzinin, showcasing the unpredictability of high-stakes poker.

The Women in Poker Winter Festival will take place in Las Vegas from December 9-15, featuring several tournaments for female players.

Kristen Foxen and Jeanne David are set to be inducted into the Women in Poker Hall of Fame, recognizing their significant contributions to the industry.

The Women in Poker Hall of Fame (WiPHoF) has announced candidates for induction in the Class of 2024, celebrating women's contributions to poker.

Sam Soverel won the $10,000 no-limit hold'em high roller tournament at the North American Poker Tour, increasing his career earnings to $24.4 million.

Nick Marchington won the North American Poker Tour main event at Resorts World Las Vegas, demonstrating significant growth and experience since his first major tournament.

Stephen Song won the $25,000 high roller event, boosting his career earnings to $8.7 million and securing his 14th tournament title.

Poker has surged in popularity, especially online, with its cultural significance contributing to its top search ranking among casino games in the U.S.

BetMGM joins WSOP Online and PokerStars in offering shared online poker liquidity in Michigan and New Jersey, enhancing player engagement.

The WOSS at ACR Poker runs Nov. 10-25, featuring $20 million in guaranteed prizes across 232 events for all players.

BetRivers Poker launch marks a significant expansion in the U.S. online poker market, focusing on player-first designs and tailored experiences for all levels.

The Super High Roller Bowl showcased a dramatic hand with quads facing a turned full house, highlighting the unpredictable nature of high-stakes poker.

Seth Davies has achieved significant success in high-stakes poker, winning multiple tournaments and setting personal records in earnings.

In 2024 alone, Davies has earned nearly $8.7 million and secured his place among the top players in the rankings.

Alex Foxen secured his first Triton title, earning $1.47 million and solidifying his place in poker's all-time money rankings.

Kayhan Mokri won the Triton Super High Roller Series event, marking his second seven-figure score in tournament poker.

Daniel Negreanu achieved his 47th tournament victory, adding to a career total of $53.3 million in earnings after winning a Pot-Limit Omaha event.

A massive all-in pot of $297,600 unfolded on High Stakes Poker, highlighting the competitive edge and high stakes of the game.

Brian Kim won the Triton Poker Super High Roller Series Monte Carlo event, earning $941,000 and marking his first title in the series.