Feb 19, 2025 3 min read Table Of Contents The 2025 Kings of Tallinn festival is just around the corner, and poker fans are eagerly awaiting one of the most exciting events of the year! The festival runs from February 21 through March 2, and it’s going to be a celebration like no other. This
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Feb 19, 2025 4 min read Table Of Contents Poker is a game of skill, strategy, and mental endurance—but for women, it often comes with an extra set of challenges. With over 1.3 million in live earnings, two WSOP Circuit rings, and several WSOP Circuit final tables, Jessica Vierling has consistently proven she belongs at
Last month, Barcelona was the venue for the new edition of ICE, in its first showcase outside London. From the 20th to the 22nd, the main players of the gaming industry gathered in a historic event that broke attendance records. Reflecting on the best moments of the summit, Yogonet had an exclusive interview with Victor
In his latest analysis, iGaming industry consultant Ron Mendelson, Fast Offshore, explores the common challenges faced when applying for a license in Curacao and shares practical strategies to overcome them. Setting up an online gaming business is exciting, but obtaining a gaming license is one of the most important and challenging steps. Curacao is a
International iGaming holding PIN-UP Global has announced its participation in the AIBC Eurasia technology conference, taking place from February 23 to 25 in Dubai. This year, the holding is introducing a new Meeting Hub format, “designed to facilitate high-level business networking in a dedicated professional environment.” At the conference, the holding’s delegation will focus on
International Game Technology (IGT) has announced a nine-year contract extension with the Tennessee Education Lottery (TEL). Signed through IGT subsidiary IGT Global Solutions Corporation, the contract extension begins in June 2027 and runs through June 2036, extending a relationship that began in 2004. Under the terms of the agreement, IGT will deploy its Aurora central
Global iGaming software provider SOFTSWISS is celebrating the 12th anniversary of its flagship product, the SOFTSWISS Casino Platform. The milestone follows a 576% increase in registrations in Q4 2024 compared to Q3, with the platform’s Referral System highlighting its effectiveness in driving player engagement, according to the supplier. Announced in 2013 during the ICE Totally
Feb 19, 2025 2 min read Table Of Contents The PartyPoker Tour is hitting the road in 2025, and you could be joining the action for less than the cost of a pack of gum! With an exciting new satellite system in place, players have the chance to win a £1,000 package, including a £500
Feb 19, 2025 4 min read Table Of Contents Fire up the lobby for the completed PokerNews Online Championship Event #11 at 888poker, and you’ll see a familiar name at the top of the payout list. 888poker Stream Team member Aaron “aabarone68” Barone came out on top in the $33 buy-in, $10,000 guaranteed Daily Gems
Feb 18, 2025 3 min read Chamath Palihapitiya floated the idea of starting a unique high-limit poker tournament circuit that would prohibit players from wearing facemasks or using recreational drugs. The billionaire entrepreneur who is close friends with Phil Hellmuth tweeted out some general details about his proposed poker tour. He asked his followers to
Feb 18, 2025 4 min read Table Of Contents It has been a rapid-fire news week for the World Series Of Poker over the last seven days, and that’s only going to continue in the near future. Several big headlines dropped in quick succession. First, Maurice Hawkins won his 17th WSOP Circuit ring, putting him
Feb 18, 2025 4 min read Table Of Contents All-time bracelet leader Phil Hellmuth shocked the poker world Tuesday when he announced he will not be playing in the 2025 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event due to its demanding structure. “It’s turned into an endurance test,” Hellmuth, who has played in every Main
From MGM Grand to the Venetian, we have the details on seven Las Vegas hotel expansions, all designed to elevate the guest experience. And adding to the excitement there are four new luxury resorts in the works, with plans to arrive in Sin City over the next few years. [embedded content] Las Vegas is always
Feb 18, 2025 3 min read Table Of Contents The third annual Charity Series of Poker (CSOP) Awards took place in Las Vegas and had some heavy hitters in attendance. Eleven-time World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet winner Phil Ivey headlined the Feb. 12 ceremony at Via Brasil Steakhouse in Las Vegas alongside a few
Bain Capital has taken over operational control of INSPIRE Entertainment Resort in South Korea from U.S. tribal casino operator Mohegan, following a loan covenant default by the resort’s parent company, MGE Korea Ltd. The move comes after Mohegan defaulted on a $275 million Korea Term Loan, triggering Bain Capital, its principal lender, to exercise
Virginia’s three land-based casinos reported $72.3 million in total gaming revenue for January 2025, marking a 36% increase from the $52.8 million recorded in January 2024, according to the latest Virginia Lottery report. Each casino saw a year-over-year increase in adjusted gaming revenue (AGR), with Caesars Virginia in Danville leading the market following its first full month at its permanent location. The
A ransomware attack disrupted operations at casinos and government services operated by the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians in Michigan, with the cybercriminal group RansomHub claiming responsibility. The attack, which occurred on Feb. 9, reportedly locked critical systems and resulted in the theft of 119 GB of data (501,211 files), according to a
Pennsylvania bettors placed a record $101.5 million in wagers on Super Bowl LIX, which pitted the Philadelphia Eagles against the Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl on February 9, according to the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board. The figure marks a 20.4% increase from the previous record set in 2023, when the same two teams faced off
As Hong Kong officials gather public input on the upcoming budget, discussions on expanding the scope of legal betting have resurfaced, with renewed calls to permit basketball wagering through the Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC). Legislator Ronick Chan Chun-ying has once again proposed that the government consider allowing basketball betting, arguing that such a move could increase tax
The World Series of Poker (WSOP) has unveiled the full schedule for its 2025 edition, set to take place from May 27 to July 16 at Horseshoe Las Vegas and Paris Las Vegas. The 56th annual event, the world’s largest and most prestigious poker series, will feature 100 gold bracelet events, including the highly anticipated