Gambling is the act of wagering money or something of value on an event with an uncertain outcome.
PokerPlanets represents the new frontier of online poker - where innovation meets tradition, and where players actually matter more than profit margins. Launching in May 2025 with the backing of seasoned poker professionals who know what players really want, this site has quickly become the talk of poker forums worldwide.
Poker has reclaimed its spotlight within the modern casino ecosystem, captivating audiences with headline-making, high-stakes duels. In 2025, pots exceeding two million dollars in streamed cash games have become familiar spectacles.
PokerPlanets is a breath of fresh air in a poker world that's been getting staler by the year. They've got that perfect storm of factors that make a poker room special: soft games, generous rewards, and they actually give a damn about their players.
In the final quarter of 2024, there was seismic news that one of the world’s largest casino operators, Wynn Resorts, was making a move into the United Arab Emirates. Looking to become the first such casino resort there, the ambitious project, located on the picturesque Al-Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah, quickly gained huge momentum.
Only around 5 percent or less of players in major live poker tournaments are women, a number that shows how uneven the game remains. Yet across decades, certain women forced the poker world to take notice, breaking records and expectations one final table at a time.
Poker has always been a test of nerve, skill, and patience. The game has grown from playing a hand at tables to online platforms, giving players access to thousands of hands each day. Do the same strategies that worked in old-school poker still stand, or does the switch from live tables to screens require a change in tactics?
With the greater potential provided by the digital space, focus is shifting to creating entertainment options for this space. For some avenues that have been around for a long time already, the digital realm has finally given them the platform and the outreach to export their products on a wider scale. This is certainly the case for iGaming, which includes online casinos and online sportsbooks.
The signs of a broader poker revival are everywhere. Social media has been the biggest driver, with Twitch, TikTok, and YouTube giving the game new life and exposure. Poker clips go viral in seconds, influencers stream hands to tens of thousands, and fans are able to engage with their favorite personalities in real time.
PokerTube mourns the passing of our friend Philip Yeung, a beloved figure in the Vegas scene and an irreplaceable friend.
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