Nikk Holland

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Joined PokerTube October 2021

Nikk from Western New York is a part-time journalist, a successful tournament poker player, and an avid fly fisherman.

Articles by Nikk Holland

Reading Poker Tells Across Different Gaming Environments

Poker has always been more than just the cards on the table. The ability to interpret player behaviour often provides the difference between winning and losing. Subtle signs such as a slight hesitation, a quick glance, or the way chips are stacked can reveal a great deal.

Business & Industry, 2 months ago

Four Things Australians Get Right When it Comes to Gambling

Gambling is an incredibly popular pastime all around the world, but nowhere, perhaps, is this clearer than in Australia. In fact, gambling is so popular here that, as a recent study revealed, it is estimated that an incredible 73% of Australian adults engage in gambling at least once over 12 months, and 38% reported doing so at least once a week.

Online Poker , 4 months ago

From Royals to Outlaws: The Historical Figures Who Loved Poker

Poker is one of the world’s most loved card games. These days, it’s played by people of all ages and backgrounds, and it has become a massive part of pop culture, often featured in blockbuster movies and binge-worthy television series, or sung about by some of the music industry’s most iconic artists.

Business & Industry, 4 months ago

What Casino Games Attract Most People to iGaming Platforms?

Online casinos have exploded in popularity over the last few years, and it's not hard to see why. With thousands of games at your fingertips and the convenience of playing from home, more people are diving into digital gaming than ever before.

Online Poker , 4 months ago

How Crypto is Changing Online Poker

Skill, psychology, and nerve are all components of poker play. In poker, focus is essential: when you're bluffing or when you are considering your odds. The most serious transformation, however, is not in terms of strategy, but rather in money.

Poker Bluffing Strategies and the Importance of Psychology

Poker is one of the most popular casino games, played throughout the world and found in many land-based casino establishments in stunning locations such as Las Vegas. Although poker is a social game, where people can gather with their friends, there are also elements of strategy and psychology that are fundamental to the game.

Business & Industry, 4 months ago

The Most Immersive Online Casino Experiences

Online casinos have come a long way since they first started hitting our PCs and mobile devices. In the early days, the main concern for players was data privacy and security. Many people hesitated to enter their financial information on gambling websites, fearing that their data might be compromised.

Who are the Stayers, Movers and Shakers in the Poker World?

Being a game of part chance part strategy, it’s difficult to truly gauge a poker player’s skill level. Yet some have established themselves as the best in the world based on their records in live poker events. Their consistency says something about how well they know and understand the game.

Poker vs. Baccarat: Which Card Game Is Favored in Asia?

When it comes to card games, Asia boasts a rich and diverse gambling culture, with many card games holding deep cultural significance. Two of the most prominent card games are Poker and Baccarat. Both have roots in Western gambling but have found a home in the heart of Asian gambling culture. However, the popularity, mechanics, and accessibility of these two games differ, leading many to wonder which game is favored more in the region.

Business & Industry, 5 months ago

How is CS2 Reclaiming Its Throne in Esports?

While CS2 initially faced some challenges, it’s now making impressive strides toward reclaiming the throne that its predecessor once held. This comeback story involves technical improvements, community engagement, and strategic decisions from Valve that have collectively helped the game regain its position at the top of the eSports pyramid.

A New Era for Online Poker: Where Anonymity Meets Integrity

Online poker’s changing—not just with sleeker apps or smoother play, but at its core. Trust, privacy, and control are becoming just as vital as the cards themselves. For years, platforms hoarded player data without much pushback—until breaches and shady practices raised alarms.

Online Poker , 6 months ago

In-Person vs Online Poker: Advantages & Disadvantages

Poker has come a long way from smoky back rooms and late-night tables. These days, you can log in from your bedroom, coffee in hand, and dive straight into a high-stakes game without saying a word.

Business & Industry, 6 months ago

AI vs. Humans in Poker: Who’s Winning in 2025

The battle between artificial intelligence and human players in poker has been heating up for years. What once seemed impossible, AI consistently beating the best human players, is now finally starting to look like a reality.

The rapid rise of the Arabic poker scene

The Arab world has undergone something of a cultural shift in recent years, with many countries opening themselves up to new pastimes and modes of entertainment. Nowhere is this truer than in the world of gambling and poker — something that would have been impossible to predict just a few years ago.

Business & Industry, 6 months ago

The Rise of Live Casino Games: How Megacasinolist is Bringing You Closer to the Action

The emergence of the online casino industry in recent years has come to the attention of millions of players across the globe. Whether you are based in the United Kingdom, America, Brazil, Australia, or Nigeria, the latest innovative form of entertainment has captured the imagination of experienced casino enthusiasts as well as those that are new to the activity and industry.