September 9, 2014
Will Bitcoin Change Online Gambling?
After the opening of a number of new Bitcoin-only casinos over the past 18 months, there has been some buzz about this virtual currency making huge waves in online gambling. Some commentators are quite enthusiastic and argue that Bitcoin online casinos will revolutionize the industry by escaping jurisdictional constraints. Thus attracting hordes of players from countries and jurisdictions where online gambling steps in a gray area regarding regulation.
September 4, 2014
Understanding Odds and Gambling Probability
Gambling is a cultural practice defined by chance or what the ancient Greeks called alea. As such, gamblers have little or no control over the outcome.
September 3, 2014
Memorizing a Blackjack Strategy
The adage that “practice makes perfect” isn’t quite true if you’re practicing incorrectly. In blackjack, the only way to make money is to learn how to play with the correct strategy and memorize it once you perfect it.
August 27, 2014
The Right Type of Poker for You
Choosing the right poker game depends more on your personality and less on the game itself. With that said, there are several factors to consider before picking a new poker game to focus on.
August 22, 2014
Developing An Online Gambling Mentality
A lot has changed since Planet Poker dealt the first real-money online poker hand in 1998. Since then, online poker has expanded across the globe and has become a culturally acceptable form of entertainment for millions of players. Based on the traditional table game, online poker requires an extra set of skills that are unique to digital play.
August 19, 2014
Card Counting: Online Blackjack
As a blackjack player becomes a little more serious about playing the game, he or she soon learns that the house advantage is small; only about 0.5 percent (about 1/200). Blackjack has among the smallest advantages for the casino and there’s a way for the player to turn the house advantage in their favor.
August 15, 2014
Bingo: The Game of Chance & How It All Began
From world-class casinos to online bingo halls, bingo entices a following of gamers who excitedly play their cards in hopes to be the next big winner to call out—”bingo!” Bingo has evolved into a contemporary hyped-up gaming event offered at churches, bars, parlors, online casinos, and even cutting-edge casinos.
August 12, 2014
Slot Machines: Understanding Payouts and Symbols
There are more varieties of slot machines than you may have ever imagined. Created in the 1800s, slots were created as simple games, working as three spinning mechanical reels. The first gambling slot machine had only five symbols: horseshoes, diamonds, spades, hearts, and a Liberty Bell.
August 11, 2014
Mastering Multi-Table Poker
Multi-table poker allows players the opportunity to maximize earning potential while playing online. When a player becomes consistent at a level, they have the option to either increase limits or add more tables at the existing limits. Like moving up in limits, changing game type or playing against new players. Also, adding more tables to your session means harnessing new skills.
August 8, 2014
How To Protect Your Bankroll While You Play
For anyone who enjoys gambling and playing casino games online, one ingredient is essential: money. For recreational players who only play here and there, it’s unnecessary to worry about proper bankroll management. As when all is said and done, they’re ok parting with a few bucks for a few hours of fun (with a chance to win, of course). But for players who take the games and wagers a bit more seriously, proper bankroll management is critical.