GTO & Solver Basics

Plain-language, structured explanations of Game Theory Optimal (GTO) poker and how solvers like PioSOLVER and GTO Wizard work.

WSOP Tries Shot Clock, Removes It at Final Table Amid Young Players' Drama

In 2026, the poker world faced a mix of rule‑bending controversies and raw personal triumphs—from the WSOP’s controversial shot‑clock experiment to the dramatic rise and fall of a college‑aged prodigy.

July 31, 2026

QuintAce Debuts AI Coach to Teach Poker GTO

Explore how the new QuintAce solver app transforms GTO poker study by blending AI coaching, real‑world dynamics, and adaptive practice, offering players a practical path to mastering optimal strategy.

July 30, 2026

AI Transforms Online Poker: GTO Solvers, Tailored Training, and Bot Detection Keep the Game Fair

Exploring how artificial intelligence reshapes online poker, from GTO solvers that refine decision‑making to AI‑driven training tools that personalize improvement, and how platforms use machine learning to spot bots, all while highlighting the future of tech‑augmented play.

July 25, 2026

Powerball Debuts in UK, Wins $600 Million Jackpot on First Draw

Explore the historic launch of Powerball in the UK on July 21, 2026, its rollout details, player implications, and how it reshaped jackpot dynamics.

July 24, 2026

Monc Claims First Battle of Malta Online Title, Snags $121,500 at CoinMillion

A look at the first champions crowned in CoinPoker’s $30M Battle of Malta Online, spotlighting monc’s $121,500 win in the $1,000,000 CoinMillion and other early titleholders.

July 21, 2026

Short‑Stack Wins: The Open‑Shove Edge

Explore how short‑stacked players decide between a min‑raise and an all‑in shove, and how different opponent profiles—nits, calling stations, maniacs, and non‑bluffers—alter the optimal pre‑flop strategy. Learn practical adjustments to maximize value when the stack is tight.

July 20, 2026

WPT Overdrive 2026: £2 Million Weekly Leaderboard Fuels Poker Fever

Explore how WPT Global’s 2026 Asia Overdrive festival’s £2,000,000 weekly leaderboard reshapes player strategy, offers fresh chances each week, and adds excitement to the 43‑day event. Learn the structure, prize distribution, and tips for maximizing your points and how it keeps the action alive for players of all levels.

July 18, 2026

Where to Watch Daniel Negreanu's 2026 WSOP Vlogs: Spade Poker TV and PokerNews

Where to stream Daniel Negreanu's 2026 World Series of Poker vlogs, from Spade Poker TV to PokerNews, plus how to follow his run day by day.

July 14, 2026

GTO Analysis: Fairchild's River Raise Crushes Pocket Deuces at the WSOP Main Event

A GTO breakdown of the viral WSOP Main Event hand where Halford Fairchild outplayed Garry Gurevich's pocket twos using position, board texture, and a decisive 10.1M river raise.

July 13, 2026

WPT Global's QuintAce: A Built-In AI Poker Coach for Instant Hand Feedback

WPT Global's AI coach QuintAce is built into its v3.0.10 client, offering instant hand analysis, personalized strategy profiles, and cross-platform support powered by a solver trained on trillions of hands.

July 7, 2026

Why Faraz Jaka Is Sharing Every Hand From WSOP Main Event Day 1: Pro Info Warfare Explained

Faraz Jaka announced he will share every single hand from Day 1 of the WSOP Main Event. This article explains why full-day context beats highlight reels, his 'no downtime' philosophy of information gathering, and how to use the free hand history PDF to improve your game.

July 4, 2026

1985 Ferrari 288 GTO Hits $6.75M as Bring a Trailer's 250,000th Auction

A 1985 Ferrari 288 GTO headlines Bring a Trailer's 250,000th auction, bidding to $6.75M and spotlighting the model's rarity, Ferrari Classiche provenance, and market value.

June 29, 2026

WSOP Colossus Misdeal Hands $550,000 and a Bracelet to the Wrong Player

A single dealer misdeal at the WSOP $500 Colossus final table sent a $550,000 prize and a gold bracelet to Justin Smith over Myles German, reigniting debate over tournament integrity and floor oversight.

June 19, 2026

Calvin Anderson Wins Record Sixth WSOP Bracelet in $10K Razz Championship

Calvin Anderson won the $10,000 Razz Championship for $357,026, claiming his sixth WSOP bracelet and becoming the first-ever two-time winner and the most successful Razz player in WSOP history.

June 18, 2026

Netherlands' 2024 Online Gambling Ad Ban: Rules, Fines & Youth Protection

The Netherlands will ban all online gambling advertising in 2024, scrapping bonuses, imposing strict deposit limits, and enlisting tech and payment firms to curb addiction—especially among young people.

June 17, 2026