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888poker Noche de Poker El Festival Sets Stage for Seville in August 2026
The 2026 tour continues at Casino Admiral Sevilla. The festival features a €440 Main Event with 50,000 starting chips and a 30-second shot clock starting on Day 2.

Interactive Guide: New Poker Map Navigates the Las Vegas Strip
A new digital guide for Las Vegas uses professional insights from figures like Daniel Negreanu to visualize 33 specific spots for poker fans.

EvenBet Gaming Secures Five-Year Licence in Sweden
Software provider EvenBet Gaming has obtained a five-year B2B supplier license in Sweden, expanding its presence in the Nordics, where the market generated SEK 6.7 billion in Q1 2026.

PokerStars Celebrates 20 Years of Sunday Million with $5M Guaranteed Prize Pool
PokerStars honors its legendary Sunday Million tournament with a special 20th anniversary edition. The event offers a guaranteed prize pool of $5 million and runs throughout summer 2026.

DraftKings Expands: Multi-State Online Poker Now in Michigan, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey
DraftKings launched online poker in Michigan, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey on July 8, 2026. This allows players in these three US states to play together at virtual poker tables for the first time.

PartyPoker Tour London 2026: Daniel Smith Crowned Main Event Champion
Daniel Smith emerged victorious at the PartyPoker Tour London 2026 Main Event, defeating Chris Yong after seven hours of final table action. The festival recorded 1,759 entries overall, generating a massive prize pool of £303,870.

WSOP Main Event: The Fight for Millions Begins in Las Vegas
The heart of the poker year, the 2026 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event, reaches its fourth day. Tension rises as the money bubble approaches, with the top prize being 10 million dollars.

Flutter Cuts 180 PokerStars Jobs – Focus on FanDuel
Flutter Entertainment, the parent company of PokerStars, has confirmed workforce reductions impacting approximately 180 roles. This affects key hubs in Canada and the Isle of Man.

Australia: Court Imposes $24.24M in Penalties for Illegal Online Poker Services
An Australian court has imposed hefty fines totaling $24.24 million against operators and promoters of illegal online poker services. This serves as a clear warning to those who disregard the law. The Australian Communications and Media Authority welcomes the ruling.

Doug Polk Transitions to New Role at The Lodge Card Club
Poker pro Doug Polk announced his departure from an active role at The Lodge Card Club but will remain a shareholder. His decision follows turbulent months for the club, including a raid in March.

Americas Cardroom Celebrates Anniversary with Record Venom Series – $15 Million Prize Pool
Americas Cardroom announces its largest Venom Series to date. It features a guaranteed $15 million in prizes for poker enthusiasts. The event runs from August 13 to September 2.
