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Maine Legalizes Online Poker, Casinos

Gov. Janet Mills makes Maine the eighth state to legalize online poker and casinos after she allowed the bill to become law through inaction.

IGT Maintains RI Sports Betting Monopoly

IGT has signed a two-year contract with Rhode Island to remain its sole sports betting operator despite efforts to open up the market.

PGT Last Chance: Brandon Wilson Claims Latest Title

Brandon Wilson won the event 3 of the PokerGO Tour Last Chance Series, claiming $275,400 and a likely seat in the PGT $1 million championship.

Bill Would Ban Government Officials From Prediction Markets

Legislation filed in the US House of Representatives would bar government officials from participating in prediction markets.

'Clickr' Wins $350K Playing Nosebleed NLH

'Clickr' and 'cardsforfun' butted heads in the $1K-$2K no-limit hold'em games on CoinPoker, with Clickr booking a decent win.

Virginia Begins Debate On Legalizing Online Poker, Gaming

Legislation to make online gaming legal in Virginia, which would include poker, has been filed, with debate expected to begin next week.

Maine Online Casinos Just A Signature Away

While Maine's governor contemplates signing an online casinos bill into law, a survey shows that most voters in the state oppose iGaming.

PGT Last Chance: Patrick Leonard Triumphs

Patrick Leonard won a $10,100 no-limit hold'em event as part of the PGT Last Chance series, locking up his second title of the season.

Florida Continues Expanding Illegal Gambling Crackdown

Florida gambling regulators said they will continue to target illegal gambling operations in state, while lawmakers look to pass a sweeps ban.

Wisconsin, Mississippi Could Expand Sports Betting Market

Lawmakers in Wisconsin and Mississippi are expected to consider legislation to add online sports betting to their retail-only markets.

Clemen Deng Wins PGT Last Chance Kickoff Event

Rising tournament star bests all-time bracelet leader and recently crowned Card Player Player of the Year on his way to an early 2026 title.

Eight Titles, 27 Final Tables For 2025 POY Jesse Lonis

Jesse Lonis is the Card Player Player of the Year! Discover how the 30-year-old pro surged to the top of the game in 2025.

First Lawmaker Opposes Gambling Tax Reversal

Oklahoma Sen. James Lankford says he supports the new law that lowers the allowable deductions for gambling losses from 100% to 90%.

Legal Expert Says ClubWPT Gold Violates CA Law

Despite ClubWPT Gold's changes ahead of its decision to stay in California, Law professor Bob Jarvis says they still violate state law.

Gamblers Win On Jesus Christ Not Returning

Some bettors scored wins on Polymarket by wagering that Jesus Christ would not return in 2025, while other criticized the obscure market.

Possible Insider Trading On Polymarket Maduro Betting

Once again, prediction market firm Polymarket is being accused of allowing insider trading on the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro.

How Cheaters Gear Up To Scam The Poker World

Gambling expert Michael Kaplan spoke with game integrity protection specialist George Joseph about the gear used to cheat poker players.

2025 POY: Which Tournament Crushers Made The Top Five?

Here is a closer look at the best of the best from the 2025 Card Player POY race, with in-depth info on the 5th-2nd place finishers.

Poker Players Crush Circa Survivor Competition

Poker stars, including Shannon Shorr and Dylan Wilkerson, were members of teams that won millions in Circa's NFL Survivor competition.

Countdown: 2025's Top POY Performers

With 2026 underway, Card Player looks back at the top ten from the final 2025 Player of the Year race standings.

Man Denied Slot Jackpot Over Immigration Status

An asylum-seeker has been denied his winnings from a jackpot at Bally's Chicago apparently over his immigration status.

Drake & Adin Ross Named In Another Stake Casino Lawsuit

Rapper Drake and online streamer Adin Ross have been named in another lawsuit involving their relationship with Stake sweepstakes casino.

New Names Play Nosebleed Online PLO

New faces battled in the highest-stakes pot-limit Omaha games on CoinPoker. Reviewing interesting hands between 'Allinyouwin' and 'KennedyP.'

Nevada Casinos See Small Growth In November

Despite less visitors to the state and a drop on the Las Vegas Strip, Nevada overall enjoyed an uptick in casino revenue in November.

Poker Strategy: Five Ways To Spot (And Beat) Local Regs

Do you find yourself battling with the same players every week at your local poker room? Here are five ways to exploit their habits.

SBA Sues Over Chicago Sports Betting Tax

The Sports Betting Alliance has filed a lawsuit against Chicago, which intends to enact a tax on sports betting beginning Jan. 1.

Pope Issues Warning About Gambling Addiction

Pope Leo XIV, speaking at a conference this week, said gambling addiction is a serious problem that can "ruin families."

New York Bill Would Ban Live Betting

New York Assemblymember Linda Rosenthal filed legislation that would ban live, or in-play, sports betting at Empire State sportsbooks.

Return Of No Mercy: Isabelle Mercier Back At Tables After 10 Years

After a decade away from live poker, Isabelle 'No Mercy' Mercier has returned. She spoke to Card Player to talk about what's she's been up to.

ClubWPT Gold Amends Rules For California Players

In response to an anti-sweepstakes gaming law in California, which took effect on Jan. 1, ClubWPT Gold altered its rules for players in the state.