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WPT Global launches WPT Asia Mystery Millions as permanent weekly flagship tournament with $275,000 guaranteed and $27,500 top bounty

WPT Global Launches $275K Weekly Mystery Millions with $27,500 Top Bounty

WPT Global's permanent weekly flagship offers a 1,000x bounty multiplier from a $26 buy-in.
Alan Goasdoue wins the $1,700 WSOP Super Circuit Main Event on GGPoker for $2,234,319 and a WSOP Circuit ring

Alan Goasdoue Wins $1,700 WSOP Super Circuit Main Event for $2.2M on GGPoker

Goasdoue turns 22 big blinds into $2.2M in GGPoker's biggest online event of the year.
Lodge Card Club shuts doors and lays off all staff after Williamson County DA rules business model illegal under Texas law

Lodge Card Club Shuts Doors and Lays Off All Staff After DA Ruling

The DA's ruling on the Lodge's business model has forced a full shutdown and mass layoffs.
CoinPoker 2026 Heads-Up Cash Game World Championship announcement: dual NLHE and PLO titles, two Rolex prizes, and 100% rake-free play from April 6 to May 3

CoinPoker Announces 2026 Heads-Up Cash Game World Championship

Two formats, two Rolexes, and a 2,000-hand final: CoinPoker rewrites its flagship competition from scratch.
Bernhard Binder celebrates winning Event 8 $125K NLH at Triton Super High Roller Series Jeju 2026

Bernhard Binder Wins $125K NLH for $2.1M at Triton SHRS Jeju

Binder's first Triton title arrived just months after a $10 million score at the WSOP Main Event in the Bahamas.
Horseshoe Las Vegas at sunset where the WSOP is hosted under a 20-year Caesars agreement that would transfer to Fertitta in a $7 billion acquisition

What Fertitta Buying Caesars Means for WSOP and Online Poker

A $7 billion deal that could reshape poker's physical and digital infrastructure.
WSOP Europe Prague 2026 guide: 15 bracelet events at King's Casino, Hilton Prague, with €10M Main Event guarantee

WSOP Europe Prague 2026: Complete Guide With GGPoker Satellite Path

The largest guaranteed prize pool in European live poker history, with a satellite path starting at $0.50.
ACR Poker Skip-It MTTs lobby screen showing the three-phase tournament format with AI Racers, stack accumulation, and How Skip-It Works details

ACR Poker Launches AI-Powered Skip-It MTTs in Industry First

ACR Poker just put AI bots inside a real-money tournament for the first time in poker history.
CoinPoker Level Up Series Main Events starting March 22 with first multi-day tournament format and 100% rakeback Title:

CoinPoker Level Up Series Main Events Start Sunday with First Multi-Day Tournaments

CoinPoker's first-ever multi-day format debuts with three Main Events and 100% rakeback through March 31.
Bert GirafGanger7 Stevens announced as CoinPoker brand ambassador, WSOP Online Main Event champion returns to streaming

GirafGanger7 Joins CoinPoker as Ambassador After 9-Month Streaming Hiatus

The WSOP Online Main Event champion returns to Twitch under the CoinPoker banner after nine months of silence.
Dan Dvoress celebrating his $100K Short Deck PLPF victory at Triton SHRS Jeju 2026

Dan Dvoress Completes Triton Hat-Trick with $100K Short Deck Victory in Jeju

Dvoress spiked a miracle river straight to survive and denied Koon his 13th Triton crown.
WSOP Circuit Montevideo 2026 at Casino Carrasco with GGPoker satellite qualifiers from $5

WSOP Circuit Montevideo 2026: Qualify on GGPoker from $5, Win a Trip to the Bahamas

GGPoker satellites from $5 could put you in a gold ring event with a $5,000 Bahamas bonus attached.
Aren Bezhanyan holding the Triton Super High Roller Series champion trophy after winning the $20K NLH 8-Handed at Triton SHRS Jeju 2026

Aren Bezhanyan Wins $990,000 in Triton Jeju $20K NLH

Triton ONE graduate Bezhanyan defeats Aleks Ponakovs heads-up for $990,000 in the $20K NLH at Jeju.
Lodge Card Club warrant reveals $1.35M in suspicious deposits and five criminal violations in TABC investigation

Lodge Card Club Warrant Reveals $1.35M in Suspicious Deposits and Five Criminal Violations

A 22-page affidavit reveals the TABC spent two years investigating the Lodge before executing the March 10 raid.
Austin Ang holding the Triton ONE trophy after winning the $15K High Roller at Triton ONE Jeju 2026

Austin Ang Beats Haxton and Kenney to Win $15K Triton ONE High Roller

Malaysian newcomer takes down poker's biggest names for $932,000 and a maiden Triton trophy.
Kiat Lee holding the Triton Poker Series champion trophy after winning the $50K Short Deck PLPF at Triton SHRS Jeju 2026

Kiat Lee Completes Triton Hat-Trick With $840,000 Short Deck Win in Jeju

Third Triton title in 12 months as Lee denies series co-founder Phua heads-up for $840,000.
Doug Polk wearing a Lodge Card Club shirt at a poker table, representing his March 16 statement denying knowledge of money laundering during the ongoing TABC and IRS investigation

Doug Polk Denies Money Laundering in Lodge Card Club Probe

Doug Polk denied any knowledge of money laundering at the Lodge in a March 16 statement posted six days after the raid. The search warrant affidavit remains sealed and no charges have been filed.
Lodge Card Club exterior in Round Rock, Texas with IRS Special Agent figures overlaid, representing the TABC and IRS investigation that has frozen all club assets

Lodge Card Club Assets Frozen: No Charges Filed, No Reopening Timeline

The Lodge Card Club confirmed on March 15 that all assets and bank accounts have been frozen. No charges filed, no reopening timeline, and over 200 staff out of work.
ACR Poker Online Super Series XL promotional graphic featuring the OSS XL chip logo and gold effects, highlighting $22.3 million in first-week prize pools and $5 million in Main Event guarantees

ACR Poker OSS XL Hits $22M in Week One: $5M Main Events Now Live

The OSS XL has already paid out $22.3 million in prize pools. Three Main Events with $5 million in combined guarantees launched Day 1A on March 15, with Day 1B flights this Sunday. Here's what's left and how to get the best deal through VIP-Grinders.
CoinPoker extends 100% direct daily rakeback into Phase 2 with $1M per week CoinRaces leaderboards starting March 16 2026

CoinPoker Phase 2 Rakeback Update: What You Need to Know

CoinPoker reversed its original Phase 2 plan after player feedback. Direct daily rakeback stays through March 31, $1M/week CoinRaces leaderboards go live, and three new ambassadors join the roster.
Sean Winter wins PokerGO Cup Event #9 2026 for $210,000

Sean Winter Wins PokerGO Cup Event #9 as Ben Grise Plays Through Tragic Loss

Sean Winter won PokerGO Cup 2026 Event #9 $10K NLH for $210,000 with a heads-up comeback against chip leader Ben Grise. Grise delivered two back-to-back runner-up finishes while grieving close friend Matt Lushin, murdered days earlier in Indiana.
GGVegas St. Patrick's Day 2026 promotion banner with 133 free spins on deposit from March 17 to 21

GGVegas St. Patrick's Day 2026: 133 Free Spins on Deposit (March 17 to 21)

GGVegas is giving new players 133 free spins for St. Patrick's Day, starting at just $3.99. The offer runs March 17 to 21 and stacks with the standard welcome package.
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Lodge Card Club Raided Over Money Laundering Probe: Doug Polk Responds

The Lodge Card Club was raided by TABC and IRS agents on March 10. Doug Polk calls it a witch hunt. Here's what happened, who's involved, and what's next.

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Get informed about the latest poker news and developing online poker stories, poker strategy as well as the best promotions and poker bonuses here.

Among other things, you will find your daily dose of articles with the latest breaking news and developing stories.

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What distinguishes us from the rest is our unique Featured Articles section, as you and the other visitors decide which articles are shown here.

Whatever articles get the most clicks automatically go here and therefore stay longer on our home page so that you don’t miss out on what moves the poker world.

Another exclusive feature of the VIP-Grinders.com poker news section is our Hand of the Week, where we analyze the most interesting and controversial poker hands and moves every Sunday.

Extremely popular and entertaining is our poker gossip news section. In this category, we cover the biggest poker scandals, rumors, cheating allegations and fights between famous poker players.

VIP-Grinders.com broadcasts live streams from the biggest cash games and poker tournaments and covers poker gossip, strategy, poker promotions as well as the latest industry news in its news section.

Regarding online poker, we are providing weekly recaps of the biggest online tournaments, cash games and the Sunday Grind.

Moreover, you will find the best poker freerolls, which are currently available in the online poker world in this category.

Finally, we are uploading the best poker videos and Twitch poker streams on a weekly basis and also inform you about the newest poker movies and documentaries.

Our news section has it all from scandals and the hottest poker boulevard news to the best rakeback deals and poker freerolls, to the most comprehensive online poker room reviews on the World Wide Web.

Breaking Poker Headlines

We cover changes that affect both American poker and global online poker news, from new licensing requirements to the latest bonus offers and freeroll promotions.

You’ll find timely updates on partnerships between leading poker sites, such as the historic integration of Full Tilt Poker with PokerStars.

Major Tournament Results

If you live for the thrill of big poker moments, you’re in the right place. We bring you up close and personal with the world’s biggest tournaments,  from the iconic World Series of Poker in Las Vegas to elite stops like the World Poker Tour and EPT Monte-Carlo.

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Our team is on the ground and online, delivering fast updates, key hands, chip counts, and major moves from both live and online poker events.

Whether it’s a deep run in a $10K Hold’em event or fireworks in a high-stakes cash game, we’ve got it covered.

Following career earnings? Scouting the next breakout star? Or just want a front-row seat to poker’s biggest moments? You’ll find it all here: career-defining wins, clutch final tables, and behind-the-scenes stories from places like Horseshoe Las Vegas, WPT Global, and more.

If poker tournaments are your passion, our coverage is your go-to hub for breaking news, detailed recaps, and expert analysis – all in one place.

The Latest Poker News

On this page, you’ll find the latest poker news from around the globe—updated daily with fresh headlines, breaking stories, and expert analysis.

As a leading poker affiliate, our mission goes beyond just sharing the top rakeback deals and exclusive promotions. Our editorial team delivers a full spectrum of poker content, including industry gossip, tournament results, legal developments, strategic insights, and both live and online poker news.

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We aim to create a dynamic mix of strategy articles, insider updates, poker videos, live streams, and news about the best freerolls and offers available.

Our team of professional poker journalists and seasoned online players publishes multiple articles each day to keep you ahead of the game.

Whether it’s the WSOP, WPT, or EPT, our live coverage and detailed recaps bring you front-row access to the biggest events. We provide breakdowns of iconic TV shows like High Stakes Poker and Poker After Dark, where we analyze the most exciting hands and high-stakes action.

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You can follow the action as it unfolds or catch up immediately after—no costly streaming subscriptions required.

In our dedicated poker strategy section, we offer free weekly hand reviews from recent live and online games, helping you sharpen your skills in both cash games and tournaments.

Finally, we’ll always keep you updated with the newest high-value promotions, rakeback offers, and exclusive poker bonuses, so you can maximize your profits every time you hit the virtual felt.

Major Tournament Results

The 2025 World Series of Poker (WSOP) is set for a record-breaking summer in Las Vegas, running from May 27 to July 16 at Horseshoe and Paris.

This year’s series features 100 events, with buy-ins ranging from $300 to $250,000, and introduces new formats like the $1,000 Battle of the Ages and the $3,000 T.O.R.S.E. event.

The $1,000 Mystery Millions opens the action with a guaranteed $1 million top prize, while high rollers can compete in the $100,000 PLO High Roller and $250,000 Super High Roller No-Limit Hold’em.

PokerGO will provide near-daily live tournament coverage, including every stage of the $10,000 Main Event from July 2-16.

On the World Poker Tour, Scott Stewart emerged as the WPT World Champion, capturing $2,563,900 after a dramatic final table. Chris Moorman’s back-to-back fourth-place finishes remain a highlight, cementing his legacy in the WPT Global circuit.

Over in Europe, the EPT Monte-Carlo Main Event is nearing its conclusion, with Boris Angelov leading the final table and a €1,000,000 top prize up for grabs. The event has drawn a strong international field, and the final table will be streamed live for fans worldwide.

Featured Poker Stories

In this section, we spotlight the voices and stories making headlines in the poker world, from exclusive interviews with industry leaders and rising stars to in-depth profiles of the top players by career earnings and big wins.

Exclusive Interviews

Get inside access to the minds driving today’s poker industry and community. Our recent player interviews feature a mix of legendary professionals, high-stakes regulars, and new voices shaping the future of the game.

Player Profiles

Meet the standout personalities and legends who define the modern poker world. Our profiles spotlight both American poker icons and international stars, focusing on their career earnings, big wins, and unique journeys.

Stephen Chidwick recently overtook Justin Bonomo to become #2 on the all-time money list, with over $66 million in live tournament earnings as of May 2025.

Chidwick’s consistency at the highest levels—19 cashes in 2025 alone—highlights his status as one of the best in the game.

His career includes multiple seven-figure scores, two WSOP bracelets, and a reputation for dominating high-stakes events worldwide.

Daniel Negreanu, a perennial fan favorite and GGPoker ambassador, remains a force at the WSOP.

With seven bracelets and over $23 million in WSOP earnings, Negreanu’s focus in 2025 is on quality play and enjoying the game, as he enters his first year of Seniors Event eligibility.

Justin Bonomo and Bryn Kenney continue to set the standard for American poker, with Bonomo’s lifetime winnings surpassing $65 million and Kenney holding the top spot on the global all-time money list.

Our News Categories

Our news categories are live and online poker news, poker gossip, industry news, poker strategy, poker legislation, the best poker promotions as well as the hottest live streams, poker videos and Twitch Poker streams.

In addition to that, we keep you up-to-date on the latest developments in the world of mobile poker and provide reviews, when an online poker site releases a new poker app for iPhone or Android.

What else can you find in our Poker News Section?

While our goal is to bring you the latest news and poker gossip,but this is not all our poker news section has to offer, not by a far margin!

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We work closely together with the best online poker rooms to provide our players and partners with exclusive promotions such as private freerolls and exclusive poker bonuses.

Here is a list what our news section has to offer:

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  • The hottest poker gossip and poker boulevard news
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  • Poker industry news
  • Frequent updates on poker legislation
  • Honest Poker Reviews

Poker News FAQs

What are the biggest upcoming poker tournaments?

The World Series of Poker (WSOP) runs annually in Las Vegas, with the 2025 edition hosted at Horseshoe and Paris Las Vegas. The World Poker Tour (WPT) and EPT Monte-Carlo are also major events, featuring both live and online tournaments with millions in guaranteed prizes. Check our site regularly for schedules, live reporting, and results.

How do changes in poker laws and regulations affect where I can play?

Poker laws vary by country and state. In the U.S., states like Pennsylvania, Michigan, and New Jersey allow regulated online poker, and new proposals are being considered in New York and other regions. Always check the latest legal updates and ensure you play on licensed, legal platforms.

Who are the top poker players or rising stars to watch?

Current standouts include Scott Stewart (recent WPT World Champion), Chris Moorman, and Tom Dwan. Rising stars often emerge at major events like the WSOP and EPT. Our news section highlights player profiles, career earnings, and notable performances.

What new promotions, bonuses, or freeroll opportunities are available?

Leading sites like GGPoker and WPT Global regularly offer deposit bonuses, freerolls, and exclusive promotions. For example, GGPoker’s 100% deposit match up to $600 and WPT Global’s $1,500 welcome bonus are popular right now. Check our exclusive VIP-Grinders Promotions where you can claim tons of extra cash.

Where can I find expert poker strategy tips and how-to guides?

Our poker strategy section features articles, podcasts, and videos from top players and coaches. You’ll find advice on bankroll management, tournament tactics, and cash game strategy, suitable for both beginners and experienced players.