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2022

• West Virginia Online Gambling Timeline - By Arsenii Anderson. West Virginia is a trendsetter in the nation as it pertains to online casino gambling. WV was the fourth state in the US to approve online gambling. Now the WV online gaming market is developing very fast, and new companies enter it… … Continue reading West Virginia Online Gambling Timeline →
• Best Blackjack Tournaments in Canada - By Shayne Ruggiero. Blackjack is one of the most popular table games and a staple in Canadian casinos and worldwide. Thanks to its simple rules, it is also one of the easiest games to learn. Whether new to the game or a long-time fan, you… … Continue reading Best Blackjack Tournaments in Canada →
• Why it’s Never a Good Idea to Take Insurance in Blackjack - By Paul Kelly. An insurance bet is an optional side bet that can be made in blackjack when the dealer shows an ace, allowing players to place wagers (up to half of their original bet) on whether the dealer has a blackjack. If the player… … Continue reading Why it’s Never a Good Idea to Take Insurance in Blackjack →
• What are the Main Points to Pay Attention to when Choosing an Online Casino? - By Leslie Alexander. Picking the right online casino is easy, right? You just need to search for it using Google and opt for the first item on the list. If you think it's that easy, then you are very wrong. The number of online casinos… … Continue reading What are the Main Points to Pay Attention to when Choosing an Online Casino? →
• Where Is Online Gambling Legal In The USA - By Antonio Kaurinovic. It continues to be a good year in the online casino arena with the ongoing news regarding states that are now allowing online gambling. It must be a good time for American gamblers, too, given that more states are now giving gamblers… … Continue reading Where Is Online Gambling Legal In The USA →
• How do Crypto Casinos Work? - By Jonathon Roob. Introduction The potential of digital currency globally has evolved tremendously over the past decade, with gambling joining the bandwagon not too long ago. Online casinos have added cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, and Dogecoin, just to mention a few. Gamblers looking… … Continue reading How do Crypto Casinos Work? →
• Understanding the House Edge in Blackjack - By James Henley. Why does the casino have an edge over players in blackjack? It’s a fair question. If the outcomes of blackjack games are determined by chance, then surely the dealer and the player have an equal chance. Theoretically, there is no guaranteed way… … Continue reading Understanding the House Edge in Blackjack →
• Best Online Blackjack Websites in Pennsylvania - By Arsenii Anderson. Blackjack is one of the most played casino card games in the United States and is available online, in brick-and-mortar casinos, and even at home on your kitchen table. You can play blackjack on your computer or mobile device anytime, anyplace in… … Continue reading Best Online Blackjack Websites in Pennsylvania →
• The Best Blackjack Appearances in Film - By Hanna Laakso. Casinos are some of the most unique places on earth. To put it briefly, they are always on a knife-edge. What we mean by this is that no matter the moment you are there, there is always the feeling that something could… … Continue reading The Best Blackjack Appearances in Film →
• 10 Truths About Blackjack Advantage Play - By Michael Dalton. Blackjack is a fascinating game.  It is simple enough for beginners to understand and grasp the rules but a game that is potentially beatable with skilled play.  However, gaining an advantage over the casino is usually never an easy task.  Here are… … Continue reading 10 Truths About Blackjack Advantage Play →
• Are Blackjack Apps Any Good? - By Cirillo Ambrosi. Blackjack has been popular for a long time in many casinos. And with the introduction of apps, playing blackjack on smartphones has made the game more popular and easier to play. As the online gambling industry grows fast, the number of blackjack… … Continue reading Are Blackjack Apps Any Good? →
• Top 5 Most Popular Card Games in New Zealand - By Jonathon Roob. Introduction Card games were introduced in New Zealand in the 19th century by the British colonialists. Sources of entertainment on-board the ship were limited so cards became a favorite pastime activity. As the ultimate ice-breaker, the 52-cards are loved both by friends… … Continue reading Top 5 Most Popular Card Games in New Zealand →
• Blackjack Beginner Tips To Play Like An Expert - By Anna Lucas. Blackjack is arguably the world’s most popular casino game. And it’s not hard to see why as you can learn the game in a matter of minutes. Even if you’ve never stepped into a casino before, the simplicity of blackjack means that… … Continue reading Blackjack Beginner Tips To Play Like An Expert →
• What is the ideal number of decks for blackjack card counting? - By Ben Walker. Blackjack card counting is an exciting method players can use to enhance their winning odds beyond the basic strategy of the game. This strategy can help players guess the cards (or at least the type of cards) that will emerge in a… … Continue reading What is the ideal number of decks for blackjack card counting? →
• Advantages and Disadvantages of Online Blackjack - By Joshua Robinson. If you need a casino game that can earn you a living online, blackjack is one of the games to consider. It is among the most popular casino games and remains one of Canada's top online table games. The game has quite… … Continue reading Advantages and Disadvantages of Online Blackjack →
• A brief look into some of the most popular online variants of blackjack - By Jennifer Williams. Blackjack is one of the most adored and played card games in the world. It is also a favorite of gamblers everywhere, in large part because it is the only casino game that includes elements of skill, strategy, and decision-making in addition… … Continue reading A brief look into some of the most popular online variants of blackjack →
• Blackjack Tournaments Versus Poker Tournaments - Main Differences and Which Is More Popular By Cirillo Ambrossi. Poker has snatched the spotlight from classic casino card games, with countless popular TV shows and even dedicated 24-hour channels airing across the world. The World Series of Blackjack (WSOB) and the Ultimate Blackjack Tour… … Continue reading Blackjack Tournaments Versus Poker Tournaments →
• Best Slot and Blackjack Casino Providers in Eastern Europe - By Alex Gambler. Slot and blackjack catalogs of online casinos are so rich and diversified thanks to the work of professional casino providers. These companies do their best to invent new features, make their libraries packed with different themes, and always guarantee the software to… … Continue reading Best Slot and Blackjack Casino Providers in Eastern Europe →
• A Guide to Setting Up the Perfect Blackjack Space - By James Daniels. Playing games online is now more widespread than ever and alongside all the match 3 games, or guessing the latest five-letter word, one of the biggest trends is playing online casino games. One of the reasons for this is that the advance… … Continue reading A Guide to Setting Up the Perfect Blackjack Space →
• The Rise of Online Gambling in New Jersey and Michigan - By Arsenii Anderson. The history of gambling in New Jersey and Michigan is pretty interesting. In the case of New Jersey, the state government has gone a long way in bringing online gaming to New Jersey residents. From the 1970s, when the state's first casinos… … Continue reading The Rise of Online Gambling in New Jersey and Michigan →
• Poker Versus Blackjack – Popularity In 2022 - By Cirillo Ambrosi. Blackjack and poker are the most popular casino card games. Casino players mostly prefer them for their easy rules, exciting nature, and the fact that you can use the right strategies to increase your chances of winning.  They don’t depend on luck entirely.… … Continue reading Poker Versus Blackjack – Popularity In 2022 →
• 5 Top Strategies for Winning at Blackjack - By Jonathan Roob. Introduction. Blackjack is a casino banking game where the players have a target to acquire cards with a face value of 21 and no more. Busting, which refers to going over 21, leads to an automatic loss. It is one of the… … Continue reading 5 Top Strategies for Winning at Blackjack →
• 4 Blackjack Myths Busted - By Dan Cormac. When you’re looking to get into something new, you’re going to have many preconceptions that color your initial impression of it. Some of these might be positive, some of these perceptions might be the reason that you wanted to try this new… … Continue reading 4 Blackjack Myths Busted →
• 5 Tips You Need To Know On Winning In Blackjack - By Ruchi Patil. Like any card game, blackjack definitely requires some luck as well being in the right place at the right time.  But blackjack is a lot more simpler to learn and excel at than more complex games like poker. The latter requires plenty… … Continue reading 5 Tips You Need To Know On Winning In Blackjack →
• 11 Surprising Facts About Blackjack That You Didn’t Know - By Jeremy Smith. Interesting Blackjack Facts Blackjack is one of the oldest and most popular card and casino games on the planet. It is straightforward to learn and understand but incredibly tricky to master. It is also one of the few card games where your… … Continue reading 11 Surprising Facts About Blackjack That You Didn’t Know →
• Improving Your Odds When Playing Blackjack – Five Tips for Success - By Joe Bakerz. There are those largely uneducated individuals who feel that playing any type of casino or table game means effectively trusting your bets entirely to luck. They are wrong. While it’s true that luck plays a massive part in most activities you may… … Continue reading Improving Your Odds When Playing Blackjack – Five Tips for Success →
• The Psychology of Blackjack: Can Students Develop Strategic Thinking When Playing Blackjack? - By Colleen Ross. Strategic thinking is a valuable skill that allows people to evaluate particular events using solid facts. Those who excel in strategic consideration always pay attention to specific evidence and personal observations for judgment. It is a vital skill for students because it… … Continue reading The Psychology of Blackjack: Can Students Develop Strategic Thinking When Playing Blackjack? →
• Can You Trust Casino Reviews? - By Kristen Bosshart. Almost every person has been cheated online. Unfortunately, we are all prone to impulsive purchases, and in this case, we do not think about the consequences. We confirm the payment and are waiting in euphoria for so much desired product or service.… … Continue reading Can You Trust Casino Reviews? →
• Blackjack Strategies: The Advantages And Risks Of Card Counting - By Heather Vargas. Winning and earning what you wagered for is the best goal you can have when participating in blackjack games. Although it may look like a game of chance, at first sight, this popular casino game is a complicated and perplexing one that… … Continue reading Blackjack Strategies: The Advantages And Risks Of Card Counting →
• Other Casino Games That Blackjack Players Would Love - By Steve Conway. Blackjack is one of the most popular online games of all time. Every day, millions of people fire up their web browsers and search for blackjack games to play, whether they’re riding the subway to work or are simply relaxing at home… … Continue reading Other Casino Games That Blackjack Players Would Love →
• The Blackjack Table: What is the design of a traditional table? - By Catalin Constantin. Blackjack is one of the most popular casino games around, with millions of gambling enthusiasts regularly continuing to play the classic title.  You can play blackjack sessions virtually or physically. One of the reasons this game has enjoyed the kind of interest… … Continue reading The Blackjack Table: What is the design of a traditional table? →
• Best Casino Games: Most Popular Casino Game Types - By Mark Holden. Gambling is a fun way to try your luck at hitting a jackpot, whether it’s online or in person. Since gambling is such a popular pastime, there’s bound to be some variation in the types of games that you can enjoy. This… … Continue reading Best Casino Games: Most Popular Casino Game Types →
• The Best Alternative Table Games to Try - By Dan Cormac. When it comes to gaming online, there is no doubt that you will have a lot of amazing choices to choose from. After all, when you even look at all the different casino gaming options at your disposal, there is really an… … Continue reading The Best Alternative Table Games to Try →
• Blackjack is the Most Played Game Within an Online Casino… - By Alex ... and Here’s Why! Blackjack has always been one of the most popular casino table games and it continues to be so today -- both online and in physical casinos.  With rules that are easy to understand and the potential to beat the… … Continue reading Blackjack is the Most Played Game Within an Online Casino… →
• Can You Play Blackjack Online in Canada?           - By Stephen Atcheler. Yes!  Blackjack is played with six or eight full decks of cards. It features a house edge starting from as little as 0.5%, making it one of the card games with the best odds.  Play for Free If you aren't sure how… … Continue reading Can You Play Blackjack Online in Canada?           →
• Online Gambling Regulations in Canada in 2022 - By David Walker. What 2022 Has In-Store Online gambling regulations in Canada have been the topic of debate among punters for many years.  Here is the definitive guide on the subject. When looking into online gambling regulations in Canada, it is evident that gambling has… … Continue reading Online Gambling Regulations in Canada in 2022 →
• On the Road to an Advanced Blackjack Strategy - By David Walker. Blackjack is reputed to date all the way back to the 16th century and even making an appearance in early literature.  Blackjack is quite possibly the world’s favorite casino game. With its storied history of global domination, card counting mishaps, big wins and… … Continue reading On the Road to an Advanced Blackjack Strategy →
• Level Up Your Poker Game From Amateurish To Phenomenal - By Jaya Bhattacharya. Sometimes, in the online poker information age, it cannot be easy to find beginner tips for poker. Unlike in casinos where you may get to see other players, play poker and participate in games directly at the table or have time for… … Continue reading Level Up Your Poker Game From Amateurish To Phenomenal →
• Offline Versus Online Blackjack: 7 Key Considerations - By Mickey Coyne. Pondering whether you should focus on online or offline blackjack and not sure where to start? To reach a decision, there are some key considerations to make: Accessibility Even in times of normalcy, accessibility to a casino may be an issue for… … Continue reading Offline Versus Online Blackjack: 7 Key Considerations →
• How to Ace Your Blackjack Game Like A Pro - By We Digitize. If you’ve been intrigued by the most sophisticated casino game of them all and want to start playing blackjack, you should check out these tips. Especially if you want to play with real money, it’s essential to know the dos and don’ts… … Continue reading How to Ace Your Blackjack Game Like A Pro →
• Valuable Life Lessons Blackjack Can Teach You - By We Digitize. There are always several sides to a story, especially when it comes to Blackjack. Perceived by many as a luck-based casino game that is all about money, you will find plenty of people who believe it’s a waste of your time. But… … Continue reading Valuable Life Lessons Blackjack Can Teach You →
• Features of the Newest Bitcoin Casinos - By Edward Ackins. The online gambling market is regularly updated with the newest bitcoin casinos, and some of them are ready to give odds to eminent competitors. However, registering on a new site isn't only a way to check how different the sites are from… … Continue reading Features of the Newest Bitcoin Casinos →
• The history of gambling: From horse racing to card games - By We Digitize. Today, the most popular form of betting is sports betting. But how did betting begin, and what other betting games can you play? Betting has always been a popular form of entertainment, and it has changed and evolved over the years. Learn… … Continue reading The history of gambling: From horse racing to card games →
• A Guide to Online Casino Gaming - By Dan Roberts. Blackjack is one of the most popular games for online customers. But what else is available for casino lovers – and do sportsbooks offer casino gaming? What Can You Play at Online Casinos? Online casinos have been around for a while now… … Continue reading A Guide to Online Casino Gaming →
• How to Have a Better Experience When Playing Blackjack - By James Daniels. Blackjack is one of the rare casino games that is both based on chance and skill, and this is the reason that it has become one of the world’s most popular card games. This article will provide you with some top tips… … Continue reading How to Have a Better Experience When Playing Blackjack →
• Do NJ Online Casino Sites Offer Blackjack to their Players? - By Lars Holmström. The simple answer is yes. In New Jersey (NJ), you can play legal online blackjack straight from your smartphone and at the comfort of your home. Online blackjack is by far the most popular table game at online casinos in NJ. Ever… … Continue reading Do NJ Online Casino Sites Offer Blackjack to their Players? →
• The Benefits of Using an Online Casino in 2022 - By Dylan Welsh. Being a patron of any casino is exciting. The thrill of the bet and the joy at winning, even a small amount. Then, there is the skill needed in many of the games and those small judgements that make the difference over… … Continue reading The Benefits of Using an Online Casino in 2022 →
• Blackjack Types Around the World - By R. G. Blackjack is usually considered the easiest online casino game to grasp. Be that as it may, the game has multiple variations, which you must be aware of. Before you play online blackjack for real money, you need to understand how each variation works.… … Continue reading Blackjack Types Around the World →

2021

• 10 Technology Predictions for the Near Future - By Jenine Wing. One has to be pretty clued up to predict what the future holds for technology as it's moving faster than light. If you look at the trajectory of tech developments and how they sped up in recent years, it's exhilarating. You can… … Continue reading 10 Technology Predictions for the Near Future →
• Top 5 Advantages of Playing Blackjack in Online Casinos - By Mark Knight. Gambling online is one of the favorite hobbies of millions of people worldwide. This industry has blossomed in the last few decades. Ever since people were given the opportunity to play online, their choices have expanded – and the interest has grown… … Continue reading Top 5 Advantages of Playing Blackjack in Online Casinos →
• The Best Video Games of 2021 - By Vaish. Gaming has increased dramatically in the year 2021. The percentage ratio of gamers has increased 14.4% from the previous year of 2020. The major reason is that the gamers have got ample time during the COVID 19 lockdown to play various games. However,… … Continue reading The Best Video Games of 2021 →
• How to be Lucky in Online Gambling - By MinimumDepositCasinos.org. It can seem like there is no better feeling than hitting the jackpot in an online casino game. With so many games to choose from, it is easy to become overconfident and forget about the risks of gambling. It is easy to fall… … Continue reading How to be Lucky in Online Gambling →
• Sports Betting Odds Demystified - By Alex Larsen. For those who are not experts in sports betting, all can agree to one thing: that reading, understanding and calculating game odds has never been easy. It takes some experience in the diverse gaming sector for someone to be fully conversant with… … Continue reading Sports Betting Odds Demystified →
• Free Online Pokies Australia: Guide in Aussie Pokies No Download - By Martin Robinson. Australia has free pokies that are playable in online casinos by both beginners and experienced punters. Unlike real money slots, these pokies are available for free with no download and no registration required. Games have features like layouts, RTPs, symbols, and paytable.… … Continue reading Free Online Pokies Australia: Guide in Aussie Pokies No Download →
• How Your Mobile Device Can Help You Game on the Move - By James Daniels. Gaming is a very different beast from what it was a decade or two ago. As technology has evolved and changed, the landscape of the entertainment industry has changed to reflect this. It’s not just that the industry has changed in a… … Continue reading How Your Mobile Device Can Help You Game on the Move →
• Is Blackjack Available at PA Online Casinos? - By Lars Holmström. Online blackjack is available in most Pennsylvania (PA) online casinos. In fact, it is one of the most popular casino games in the state.  Being a game that balances skill and luck, it appeals to both new and loyal players. Following the… … Continue reading Is Blackjack Available at PA Online Casinos? →
• Crypto Casinos! The future of gambling? - By Armen Fljyan. Consider this... you are playing at an online casino and value your privacy. The means of payment you are using do not ask for any personal information and they will not even bother to trace your transactions. At the end of the… … Continue reading Crypto Casinos! The future of gambling? →
• Your Guide to the Casino House Edge in Blackjack - By Jasmine Jones. There is a truism that very little in life is free. You do not get free food; you must pay for your automobile, and no one except your parents allows you to live rent-free. The same can be said of casino gaming.… … Continue reading Your Guide to the Casino House Edge in Blackjack →
• Do You Know The Differences Between Blackjack And Texas Hold’em? - By SA Bal. Of all the card games you can play, Texas Hold'em and Blackjack easily stand out as the most popular. Poker has seen the most mainstream success while offering the best luck-to-skill ratio of any card game. Blackjack is more of a beginner's… … Continue reading Do You Know The Differences Between Blackjack And Texas Hold’em? →
• Partypoker & WPT Launch Educational Program - A new learning tool is making waves in poker circles. Named “For The Player”, the educational program is a collaborative effort between Partypoker US Network and World Poker Tour (WPT). Partypoker US Network and WPT are well-known for their player-friendly practices. Past collaborations between the… … Continue reading Partypoker & WPT Launch Educational Program →
• Types of Blackjack Games Played at Online Casinos - By Titus Kamunya. The number of online casino players is on the rise. This is probably due to numerous games at online casinos that offer the chance to make real money. Among these games is blackjack, one of the most popular online casino games. Blackjack… … Continue reading Types of Blackjack Games Played at Online Casinos →
• Where to find the best odds for the Breeders Cup? - By Alex Dudley. The Breeders’ Cup will be one of the big betting events of the year for horse racing fans around the globe.  That means that it will be more important than ever to ensure that gamblers can get the best odds on the… … Continue reading Where to find the best odds for the Breeders Cup? →
• 5 Reasons Why Blackjack Is Such a Popular Table Game - By Cynthia Madison. Playing casino games is a thrilling and exciting experience. No matter your preferences, with the emergence and popularity of the online gambling industry, you can enjoy a comprehensive portfolio of games from the comfort of your own home. Alternatively, you can download… … Continue reading 5 Reasons Why Blackjack Is Such a Popular Table Game →
• Pro Tips & Tricks On How To Win At Blackjack - By Dan Dubey Blackjack is one of the oldest casino games and has a pleasingly low house edge, but it’s also challenging to master. Here are some pro tips to improve your chances of coming out on top and winning at blackjack. Don’t be Short-Changed… … Continue reading Pro Tips & Tricks On How To Win At Blackjack →
• Top 10 Most Popular Online Casinos For Blackjack - By Dan Dubey Easy to learn but hard to master, blackjack has been one of the top casino games for a very long time. It also has the lowest house edge, making it a popular choice for mathematically-minded players.  Here are the top 10 places… … Continue reading Top 10 Most Popular Online Casinos For Blackjack →
• The Future of Blackjack is Now! - By Joshua Maddox If you walk out on the high street and ask the average Joe to name a popular card game, you can bet that one of the top answers will be Blackjack. And whilst many of those people will know the basic rules… … Continue reading The Future of Blackjack is Now! →
• The Future of Crypto and Online Casinos - By Joshua Maddox It has been said before and it will continue to be said, but the future is online. Everything has moved online these days. You can get medical consultations online, you can buy furniture and preview it in your room online, did you… … Continue reading The Future of Crypto and Online Casinos →
• Harvey Dubner & the Development of the Hi-Lo Strategy - By Leslie M. Golden Reprinted with permission. Originally published as Appendix D in the book Never Split Tens by Leslie M. Golden.  Harvey Alan Dubner was born on July 14, 1928, the son of Reuben and Frances Dubner, Jews of Eastern European descent who lived… … Continue reading Harvey Dubner & the Development of the Hi-Lo Strategy →
• The Most Terrible Blackjack Mistakes Beginners Make - By Paul Blinken Blackjack is one of the most popular online casino games. Having easy rules, it's a wonderful choice for both beginners and pros. But blackjack winnings depend not only on your luck but also on your strategy and card counting is an essential… … Continue reading The Most Terrible Blackjack Mistakes Beginners Make →
• How Easy is it For the Average Blackjack Aficionado to Start a Blackjack Site? - By Ryan Marshall It is the dream of many card fans to create their own website at which other like-minded people can play their favorite games. Blackjack is the most popular 52-card deck offering in the world, but dedicated sites are few and far between. The… … Continue reading How Easy is it For the Average Blackjack Aficionado to Start a Blackjack Site? →
• Blackjack Strategy: Tips and Tricks to Learn when Practicing Blackjack - By Alex Hotch With millions of players scattered across the world, blackjack is arguably one of the most popular card games ever. Unlike many other casino games, blackjack requires in-depth understanding and strategy. It is not one of the simple games you can pick up… … Continue reading Blackjack Strategy: Tips and Tricks to Learn when Practicing Blackjack →
• Canadian Online Casinos at its Best - By SEOLab Canada, the land of maple syrup, ice hockey, stunning landscapes and happy people. The locals are of mixed French and British descent so it is no wonder they are passionate about extreme sports and all sorts of entertainment. Gambling is one of their… … Continue reading Canadian Online Casinos at its Best →
• Predicting Roulette - by Mike Emmerik Roulette is a casino game that in principle is predictable, since bets are (usually) allowed after the ball has been launched, and hence (if you are a reductionist) the final resting place for the ball is predetermined. (Barring unusual events like stopping… … Continue reading Predicting Roulette →
• Blackjack: What’s in a Name? - By Jason Bingham There aren’t many card games that, while essentially being the same, have quite so many names as blackjack. There’s “Vingt et Un” which alludes to its supposed French origins, and “Twenty-One” for its English equivalent. Then there’s “Pontoon” which is another name… … Continue reading Blackjack: What’s in a Name? →
• How Does Blackjack in Latin America Work? - By Alex Hotch Blackjack is undoubtedly a popular casino game in the world. The online variants are becoming more popular due to the ease of accessing the game. Players can play blackjack from the comfort of their homes and win money while at it. There… … Continue reading How Does Blackjack in Latin America Work? →
• Are there Differences between Real and Online Blackjack? - By Alex Hotch Blackjack is one of the most popular casino games online. It has its basic rules and provides new players the best introduction into the world of gambling. Today, players can play the game online from the comfort of their homes or in… … Continue reading Are there Differences between Real and Online Blackjack? →
• How to Get Started with Sports Betting - By We Digitize Since you enjoy blackjack, you might also be interested in trying out sports betting. In this article, we will give you some tips on how to get started and how to take your blackjack knowledge into sports betting. As an already experienced… … Continue reading How to Get Started with Sports Betting →
• How Anyone Can Become Good at Blackjack - By Giovanna Martins It’s always useful to know how to play the most popular card games. After all, you never know when you’ll be at a social gathering or another scenario where you have to play a hand. At that point, wouldn’t it be handy… … Continue reading How Anyone Can Become Good at Blackjack →
• COVID-19 Violations: First Fines Already Hitting Players - By Madhan Last year was rough for sports, including the National Football League (NFL). COVID-19 caused cancellations, postponements, and many rescheduled games for the 2020-21 NFL season. For the 2021-22 season, the NFL is dead serious about disruptions this season — There's no room for… … Continue reading COVID-19 Violations: First Fines Already Hitting Players →
• NCAA COVID Protocols: Can’t Play? Forfeit - By Madhan Ouch! After a contentious 2020 college football season that led to dozens of canceled and rescheduled games, the NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association) is putting its foot down for 2021. Going into the second COVID-19 school year, teams will face severe consequences for… … Continue reading NCAA COVID Protocols: Can’t Play? Forfeit →
• 10 Tips To Increase Your Winnings At Online Blackjack - By Max Miller A game of cards based on probability - blackjack comes with a fixed set of rules that every user must abide by.  While there are numerous strategies you can leverage when playing blackjack at a brick-and-mortar casino, they may not always work… … Continue reading 10 Tips To Increase Your Winnings At Online Blackjack →
• Smartphones are Changing the Online Gambling Industry - By Oscar Salazar How have smartphones changed the online gambling industry and the way we gamble? Cell phones have evolved exponentially since they were first introduced to the public in the 1990s from a simple device used to make phone calls to a fully-fledged handheld… … Continue reading Smartphones are Changing the Online Gambling Industry →
• New Everton Boss Rafael Benitez Ready to Fight for Merseyside Club - By Sophie Kreimer New Everton manager Rafael Benitez has said he is not worried by the prospect of becoming the head coach of Merseyside club Everton and insisted remarks made about the Goodison side while Liverpool boss was made a very long time ago. The… … Continue reading New Everton Boss Rafael Benitez Ready to Fight for Merseyside Club →
• Playing the Casino and Chances of Winning - By Adam Walker While online casinos have evolved quickly over the years to deliver an experience better focused on the customer experience, the truth in the background still remains that the odds are always somewhat tilted in favor of the house. After all, it is… … Continue reading Playing the Casino and Chances of Winning →
• Blackjack for Beginners: A Short Guide - By Takuma Tanaka When it comes to casino games, blackjack is one of the most famous card games out there. This game started back in the 1700s, in France, based on what a lot of experts believe. It was originally known as 'vingt-et-un' which simply… … Continue reading Blackjack for Beginners: A Short Guide →
• 5 Keys to Success in Playing Blackjack - By Poppy Summers Blackjack is one of the most popular table games out there because it relies both on luck and skill. Unlike many casino games that rely solely on luck, blackjack relies on skill, and if you know how to play blackjack, you can… … Continue reading 5 Keys to Success in Playing Blackjack →
• Modern Day Blackjack Developers Should Remember Atlantic City Blackjack When Marketing Their New offerings - By Anna Lucas The game of blackjack is evolving, whether traditionalists care to believe it or not. It has had to adapt to the ever-changing landscape of the internet gambling scene and is competing with other highly progressive games such as slots when it comes… … Continue reading Modern Day Blackjack Developers Should Remember Atlantic City Blackjack When Marketing Their New offerings →
• How Do U.S. Blackjack Tournaments Work? - By John Isaac Blackjack may be best known as an iconic table game found at pretty much every casino on the planet, but there is more to the classic card game than the single player experience. Although many aspects of blackjack come down to chance,… … Continue reading How Do U.S. Blackjack Tournaments Work? →
• What Does the Future Look Like for Blackjack – Does it Need to Evolve? - By Lucas Wilson When the online casino industry first emerged, blackjack was one of the initial games to be digitized. This was no surprise, as it had been among the most popular casino games for the best part of a century up to that point.… … Continue reading What Does the Future Look Like for Blackjack – Does it Need to Evolve? →
• No Download Blackjack - By James Smith The rules of blackjack are simple. Almost every casino player knows them. At the start of a game, you receive two cards facing up. Your opponent, a casino’s dealer, receives one card facing up and another card facing down. The moves you… … Continue reading No Download Blackjack →
• How Do Blackjack Rules in Finland Differ from Elsewhere? - By Lucas Wilson Blackjack remains one of the most popular card games in the world, with the same general rules followed in most countries where it is played. Yet, the example of Finland shows us that there are still some unique ways of playing the… … Continue reading How Do Blackjack Rules in Finland Differ from Elsewhere? →
• What Makes Roulette Such a Great Game? - By Debz Aiken Whether you’re a casino regular, enjoy online gambling on the weekends, like a little bit of a flutter when you’re on your holidays or have never gambled in your life you’ve probably heard of and know how to play roulette. Roulette is… … Continue reading What Makes Roulette Such a Great Game? →
• Blackjack Variant Round-Up - By Shaun Smith Although the primary objective of getting a 21 or as close to it as possible remains the same, the casino game of blackjack has many variations. Some of these have strikingly different rules from the standard blackjack, too. Let’s look into the… … Continue reading Blackjack Variant Round-Up →
• Five Key Lessons from Card Counting Masters - By Alicia Davis Those with a passing interest in blackjack have likely looked into card counting legends like Edward Thorp and Al Francesco. Most gaming enthusiasts know that blackjack offers the best odds to win against the house—but card counting is a surefire way to… … Continue reading Five Key Lessons from Card Counting Masters →
• 21 Blackjack tips to increase your enjoyment of play and chances of winning - By Damien Sabaca Blackjack is one of the most played games in the casino both offline and online. Here are 21 helpful blackjack tips to get the most fun out of your casino visit. 1. Know what you are getting into It's obvious, but it's… … Continue reading 21 Blackjack tips to increase your enjoyment of play and chances of winning →
• Top 10 Biggest Blackjack Jackpots - By Helli Lakola Blackjack is one of the world’s most popular casino games and with good reason. Whether it’s online or at a brick and mortar casino, blackjack can be a hugely exciting casino game that anyone can play. On occasion, some crazy plays and… … Continue reading Top 10 Biggest Blackjack Jackpots →
• Full-Time Gambling — Viable Profession or a Fool’s Trap? - By Trent Sissoko If you’ve ever had a couple of successful gambling rounds, you’ve probably wondered whether the thought of becoming a full-time gambler is plausible. Even if it is, is that a practical career choice? Some of the most prosperous full-time gamblers would say… … Continue reading Full-Time Gambling — Viable Profession or a Fool’s Trap? →
• Where to Play Poker Online Without a Deposit - By David Mandler Poker is easier than ever to play, thanks to online poker sites. You can choose from a wide range of legal and safe sites depending on where you live and the laws in your country. If you live in an area that… … Continue reading Where to Play Poker Online Without a Deposit →
• Understanding the Different Forms of Blackjack - By Gareth McGray Humans have been enjoying casino games for a while now. The advent of online casinos have made casino games more accessible hence increasing their popularity. Blackjack remains one of the most popular casino games. The game is different from slots and video… … Continue reading Understanding the Different Forms of Blackjack →
• The Growth of Online Blackjack in Finland - By Markus Niemenen Blackjack has long been one of the most popular and enduring casino games out there. The card game is well-known even with non-gamblers and has continued to attract players through its simplicity. It’s perhaps no surprise that Blackjack has translated to online… … Continue reading The Growth of Online Blackjack in Finland →
• The Top Casino Card Games That You Can Play Online - By Leslie Alexander Every industry has its origin story. And if we would look for the game that started what we know today as modern-day casinos it would be any card game. Card games have always been interesting to players since they include factors like… … Continue reading The Top Casino Card Games That You Can Play Online →
• How to Win At Blackjack: The 6 Best Ways - By Regina Muratov Every gambler, whether a beginner or veteran, desires to break a big bankroll. However, beginners usually have a challenge as they don’t have enough experience to win as consistently as they would like. It is critical to note that each casino game,… … Continue reading How to Win At Blackjack: The 6 Best Ways →
• Five Fantastic Films Featuring Blackjack - By Regina Muratov. Blackjack is arguably one of the most popular and well-known casino games globally. It is no wonder the game has been featured in numerous top films over the years. In the meantime, if you are a punter in Pennsylvania, you can take… … Continue reading Five Fantastic Films Featuring Blackjack →
• The Best Video Games That Offer Casino Gambling - By Aina Kebler Gambling and video games have been synonymous with one another for a long time now, none made more popular than in Grand Theft Auto. A fully functioning casino proved such a huge hit with players that their new online game has added… … Continue reading The Best Video Games That Offer Casino Gambling →
• Blackjack Facts – Surprising Facts You Didn’t Already Know about the game - By Tali Haim Every year, the gambling industry continues growing to accommodate more players and new games worldwide. Despite this growth, blackjack and poker are remaining among the most popular games on the betting market. However, while most players are accustomed to playing these games,… … Continue reading Blackjack Facts – Surprising Facts You Didn’t Already Know about the game →
• The Four Most Popular Versions of Blackjack - By Tali Haim. Here are the four most popular blackjack variations that you'll love playing online or in a land-based casino.  However, beginners are advised to start with the most popular blackjack variations and understand how they vary from each other. American Blackjack  Whether you… … Continue reading The Four Most Popular Versions of Blackjack →
• Sports Betting Tips for Beginners - By Ahmed Sadulaev Newbies are wondering if there are secrets to sports betting that lead to success and profits. But it is much more important at the initial stage to avoid common annoying mistakes. With Telecomasia.net, let’s learn how to bet on sports so that… … Continue reading Sports Betting Tips for Beginners →
• How to prevent your kids from online gambling - By Hector Brown Most of today’s world is happening online, including those things that are illegal or can cause serious problems. Problem gambling is definitely one of them, considering that the offer of online games is huge. Like in any other aspect of life, kids… … Continue reading How to prevent your kids from online gambling →
• How to play Blackjack on your Mobile Device - By Frank Monkhouse The way we play blackjack has changed in recent years and the signs are there’s no going back. The rules may be the same and the competitive edge remains but there’s no longer the need to meet up and play face-to-face. This… … Continue reading How to play Blackjack on your Mobile Device →
• Is Blackjack Evolving Without People Realizing? - By Greta Jackson If you take all the casino games that have been digitized since the online casino boom, blackjack is one game that has remained relatively similar to how it was in the pre-Internet days. Roulette games feature virtual wheels and animations, and slots… … Continue reading Is Blackjack Evolving Without People Realizing? →
• How the Popularity of Online Casinos in Japan Continues to Grow - By Okumura Yuuki If you happen to be in Japan and you’re hoping to find your way into a friendly casino where you can have some fun and play the tables, then I am sorry to say, hard luck. Japan, like many countries, has stringent… … Continue reading How the Popularity of Online Casinos in Japan Continues to Grow →
• Innovative Online Betting Games For Gamblers - By Isabella Goode Online betting is now a multi-billion dollar strand of the gaming industry, having exploded in popularity over the past couple of years and established itself as the go-to preference for gamblers of all types and styles. The accessibility of taking the thrills… … Continue reading Innovative Online Betting Games For Gamblers →
• The Best Poker Books of All Time - By Giovanna Freire  Just about every online poker site running today boasts a section of guides designed to help beginners and experienced players improve their card-playing skills. Most of these guides are incredibly useful, covering everything from poker hand values to when you should and… … Continue reading The Best Poker Books of All Time →
• Playing Blackjack From Home Guide - By Gareth McGray. While Blackjack is a classic card game and hobby it is also an excellent option for anyone who enjoys casino games. Blackjack is easy to understand and you can play the game at the new flashy casino around the corner or join… … Continue reading Playing Blackjack From Home Guide →
• Blackjack Variants From Around the World - By Bruna Freire History Blackjack is but the latest popular variant in a long line of games that are typically referred to as Twenty-One, due to this being the best hand total a player can get in the game. The earliest existing reference to a… … Continue reading Blackjack Variants From Around the World →
• How blackjack has changed throughout the years - By James Daniels Blackjack is one of the most thrilling card games to play around the world. Many people love the simplicity of the game that still delivers a lot of tension as a card is flipped over. Here’s a look at how the much-loved… … Continue reading How blackjack has changed throughout the years →
• 10 Things You Can Learn from Blackjack Players in Movies - By Isabella Goode Blackjack is a simple, yet dramatic game. The combined elements of a game of chance and strategic betting make it a captivating game to play and watch – whether in a brick and mortar casino or on the big screen. Blackjack has… … Continue reading 10 Things You Can Learn from Blackjack Players in Movies →

2020

• Blackjack Versus Poker (Part 3) - By Yancy Howard. In the past two articles we have addressed poker and blackjack as the two games are played in the casino.  Just as Caddy Blackjack differs from the way it's played in the casino, so can the home game of poker. The home… … Continue reading Blackjack Versus Poker (Part 3) →
• 12 Legendary Blackjack Players - By Jonathan Roob Blackjack, formerly called Black Jack and Vingt-Un, is an American member of a global family of banking games known as Twenty-One. It involves comparing cards between a player and a dealer. The goal of the player is to beat the dealer by… … Continue reading 12 Legendary Blackjack Players →
• The Psychology of Blackjack: How to Beat Yourself - By Tom Roberts Blackjack is an exciting game played by millions of people worldwide. Many fans have come up with different strategies of how to win at this game. These tend to vary widely, but the ones that have received the biggest audience are card… … Continue reading The Psychology of Blackjack: How to Beat Yourself →
• The Buster Blackjack Side bet - By Bill Zender.¹⁾EDITOR NOTE: Post below updated in 2023 to reflect Bill Zender’s comments on the Buster Blackjack Side bet. Interesting Emails Over the past month I only received one interesting question regarding table games that I wish to pass along to my readers.  The question… … Continue reading The Buster Blackjack Side bet →
• Blackjack Versus Poker (Part 2) - By Yancy Howard  In the last article we talked about choosing the right games at which to put your money at risk, discipline, good and bad players and how they affect your game, and thought processes that knowledgeable players use to maximize their expectation. Game… … Continue reading Blackjack Versus Poker (Part 2) →
• Casino & Card Room Reopenings and Emails - By Bill Zender.²⁾EDITOR NOTE: Post below updated and shortened in 2023. It appears everyone in the industry is preparing to reopen their casinos and/or card-rooms.  One thing for sure, from the reopening procedures that I have seen, there really is not an established set of procedures… … Continue reading Casino & Card Room Reopenings and Emails →
• Blackjack Versus Poker (Part 1) - By Yancy Howard Anyone knowledgeable of casino games knows that the two games that can be beaten consistently are blackjack and poker. The reason being, that if you play other games that have a negative expectation, you will go broke in the long run. This… … Continue reading Blackjack Versus Poker (Part 1) →
• The 24th Annual Blackjack Ball (2020) - By Michael Dalton On February 22, 2020, the 24th Blackjack Ball was held in Las Vegas. I was privileged and honored to be one of the approximately 100 attendees. This is the one big yearly event that professional blackjack players, experts and authors gather to… … Continue reading The 24th Annual Blackjack Ball (2020) →
• A Brief History of Blackjack & the Best Place to Play Online - By Emma Woodshut. The history of blackjack is a bit fuzzy. But one thing that experts agree on is that it’s been around for a long time. Most believe that blackjack started in French Casinos as long ago as the early 1700s. Vingt-et-un or twenty-one… … Continue reading A Brief History of Blackjack & the Best Place to Play Online →
• The Best Blackjack Books of All Time - By Michael Dalton There are many good books that have been written about the game of blackjack. Here are my personal favorites for the best blackjack books of all time. These books have stood the test of time and provide outstanding advice on how to… … Continue reading The Best Blackjack Books of All Time →
• The Art of Twenty-One - by Michael Dalton The key to success for most blackjack card counters is the act.  It is the very essence to the art of twenty-one.  It is what distinguishes the average card counter who has trouble finding a good game and the blackjack expert who… … Continue reading The Art of Twenty-One →

2019

• Blackjack Player’s Guide to Idiot Camouflage - by Michael Dalton This article originally started out (in the 1990s) as an Internet discussion group topic called “What New (Blackjack) Players Do.”  I would like to thank Grimy Fellow for posting the topic and Max Von Count, JW, Curious Amateur, BJ, Grinder, Slick, and… … Continue reading Blackjack Player’s Guide to Idiot Camouflage →
• Top Tips For Blackjack Gamblers - By Mike Aponte    Mike Aponte is a former member of the MIT Blackjack Team and provides private blackjack training, coaching and card counting classes.  Visit MikeAponte.com for more information.  RETURN TO BLOG MENU … Continue reading Top Tips For Blackjack Gamblers →

2018

• Single Play Promo and Free Play Chips - Bill Zender Newsletter – December 20, 2018 ( Reprinted with permission ) Dear Friends and Business Associates, I just want to take the time to wish everyone a Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and a Happy and Joyous New Year.  I’m sorry that I have been unable… … Continue reading Single Play Promo and Free Play Chips →
• Bill Zender Newsletter – Down Under Blackjack and Emails - Bill Zender. ³⁾EDITOR NOTE: Post below updated in 2023 to reflect Bill Zender’s email responses including Down Under Blackjack. Answers to Important Emails Correcting a loop-hole in their manual multiple deck shuffle Below is the follow up to an email I received two months ago.  The… … Continue reading Bill Zender Newsletter – Down Under Blackjack and Emails →
• What is correct basic strategy for blackjack? - By Michael Dalton There is only one correct basic strategy for blackjack given a set of established rules. However, since all casinos don’t offer the same rules the basic strategy can be slightly different from game to game. Also, the number of decks used affects… … Continue reading What is correct basic strategy for blackjack? →
• Words to Die By! - Words and phrases to avoid at the blackjack table by Michael Dalton  Words can indeed be our own worst enemy!  What we say and how we react to others can often mirror our intelligence, and reflect on our experience and knowledge.  At the blackjack table,… … Continue reading Words to Die By! →
• Bill Zender on the One2Six Shufflers - By Bill Zender. ⁴⁾EDITOR NOTE: Post below updated in 2023 to reflect Bill Zender’s email responses including the One2Six Shufflers. Emails I have received Following are several email questions I have received over the past month that I felt were important enough to pass along… … Continue reading Bill Zender on the One2Six Shufflers →

2017

• How to Deal with Issues at Online Gambling Sites - By Alice Mason. Online gambling has become a beloved way of gambling by players across the globe. The ease of betting from anywhere and anytime attracts a higher number of players. But once you start playing, it is not necessary that you would find the… … Continue reading How to Deal with Issues at Online Gambling Sites →
• How Casinos can be Sure a Person is Counting? - By Bill Zender October 2, 2017 Dear Friends and Business Associates, I will be attending this year’s G2E tomorrow, October 3rd, and Wednesday October 4th.  Since I am on the Board of Directors, I will be “hanging out” primarily at the Galaxy Gaming booth 4208. … … Continue reading How Casinos can be Sure a Person is Counting? →
• Game Protection and Card Counter Detection - From Bill Zender and Associates Bill Zender Newsletter September 6, 2017 I cannot believe the number of “winning” player evaluations I have conducted this summer.  Most of them concerned higher limit blackjack players, but I still had a couple higher limit baccarat players, and one… … Continue reading Game Protection and Card Counter Detection →
• Understanding Blackjack Bet Spread Requirements for a Card Counter in Blackjack - By Bill Zender. ⁵⁾EDITOR NOTE: Post below updated in 2023 to reflect Bill Zender’s interesting comments on the state of advantage play. When I ask table game executives what signs they use to detect that a person is on their tables counting cards, I get… … Continue reading Understanding Blackjack Bet Spread Requirements for a Card Counter in Blackjack →
• Blackjack Basic Strategy – Is It Important? - From Bill Zender's email discussing his upcoming activities and events. July 5, 2017 Dear Friends and Business Associates, I hope everyone is doing well.  First off, I want to give the University of Nevada Reno’s Extended Studies course in Casino Management a recommendation, especially the… … Continue reading Blackjack Basic Strategy – Is It Important? →
• New Blackjack History Database Tool - Just completed a new Blackjack History Database Tool on the BJRNET site. Did a blackjack, card counting or related gambling event happen in 1948, or in the month of January, or during April 1977?  Check the Blackjack History Database Tool. You can search by any combination… … Continue reading New Blackjack History Database Tool →
• Use of Rolling Chips in North America - From Bill Zender's email discussing his upcoming activities and events.   June 6, 2017 Dear Friends and Business Associates, I am sorry that I haven’t kept in touch with everyone.  Between closing out my house in Las Vegas and working abroad, I didn’t have much… … Continue reading Use of Rolling Chips in North America →
• Everything you Need to Know About Bitcoin Gambling - By Paddypower.com. The bitcoin is currently the most popular cryptocurrency used around the world.  People are able to earn bitcoins in competitions where users offer their computing power to verify and record bitcoin transactions into the blockchain. This is also known as miners. Successful miners… … Continue reading Everything you Need to Know About Bitcoin Gambling →
• Sydney Australia’s Star City Casino - Spent an afternoon at Sydney Australia's Star City Casino this week.  This is a huge casino with lots of blackjack tables.  However, they are not worth playing as they all use automatic shufflers.  Minimum bets that I saw started at $20 Australian which is about… … Continue reading Sydney Australia’s Star City Casino →
• Blackjack in Montana ??? - Bill would legalize blackjack in Montana, tax tables FREDDY MONARES, University of Montana School of Journalism Published 4:33 p.m. MT March 15, 2017 HELENA — Rep. Wylie Galt, R-Martinsdale, said generating revenue for the state can be as simple as counting to 21, meaning, playing… … Continue reading Blackjack in Montana ??? →
• Ten Fun Ways to Look Like an Idiot - Or avoiding blackjack protocol at all costs! by Michael Dalton Before you sit down at any table be sure to introduce yourself and shake the dealer’s hand. If you need chips, always hand the dealer the money directly.  Never place money directly on the table...… … Continue reading Ten Fun Ways to Look Like an Idiot →
• Bill Zender on Table Game Advantage Play and Cheating Scams - By Bill Zender. ⁶⁾EDITOR NOTE: Post below updated in 2023 to reflect Bill Zender’s comments on advantage play in 2017. 2017 Table Game Advantage Play and Cheating Scams to Watch Out For Blackjack – Still the dominate table game on the casino floor, I believe… … Continue reading Bill Zender on Table Game Advantage Play and Cheating Scams →

2016 AND PRIOR

• Ed Thorp’s A Man for All Markets - On January 24th 2017, Random House Publishing will release Ed Thorp’s memoirs in his new book A Man for All Markets: From Las Vegas to Wall Street, How I Beat the Dealer and the Market. Nassim Taleb did the foreword for this book and if… … Continue reading Ed Thorp’s A Man for All Markets →
• Historical Events and Quotes - Announcing the Blackjack Review Network historical event and quotation database. Every day that you visit the Blackjack Review Network web site you are greeted with a historical event and/or quote of the day.  My goal is to have a relevant event and/or quote for each… … Continue reading Historical Events and Quotes →
• New Games Menu - Woo-hoo.... we have some games! The Blackjack Review Network has a new left side menu.  Click on GAMES to review some of the new fun games we've included.  … Continue reading New Games Menu →
• Casinos As Spies For The Federal Government - The following notice has not been approved by any government official. (In fact, some of them would probably be unhappy to see this warning published.) WARNING TO ALL CASINO PATRONS By  Professor I. Nelson Rose If you win big, are a high roller, or do… … Continue reading Casinos As Spies For The Federal Government →
• What are the top blackjack play variations… - ... that yield the greatest gain for card counters? By Michael Dalton The top play variations for blackjack card counters are knowing when to take insurance and stand on 16 versus a dealer’s 10. The top 18 plays, known as the Illustrious 18 are show… … Continue reading What are the top blackjack play variations… →
• What is the best card counting system? - By Michael Dalton There is no such thing as a "best" card counting system unless you are a robot, in which case you would be keeping track of each and every card. Humans, on the other hand, have limitations. For shoe dealt games, all card… … Continue reading What is the best card counting system? →
• Isn’t card counting illegal? - By Michael Dalton No! It’s no more illegal than using your brain to add up how much money you have in your wallet. But that doesn’t mean they won’t kick you out for trying! In most casinos in this country casino management has the right… … Continue reading Isn’t card counting illegal? →
• How much money can I expect to win if I count cards? - By Michael Dalton To be perfectly honest, you stand a fair chance of losing money in this game! It all depends on your skill level, bankroll, the level of risk you are willing to take, and the quality of games you play. Assuming you balance… … Continue reading How much money can I expect to win if I count cards? →
• If blackjack is really “beatable”…? - ... then why aren't you out there making millions of dollars instead of writing about it? By Michael Dalton The fact that a game is beatable does not imply that someone can get rich at it. If you look at blackjack as an investment opportunity… … Continue reading If blackjack is really “beatable”…? →
• Are single-deck games better than multi-deck games? - By Michael Dalton WARNING: This article assumes blackjacks pay 3 to 2.  Most, if not all, single deck blackjack games currently offered pay only 6 to 5 on a natural.  This makes the game unplayable.   For more information check the Numbers of 21 section.… … Continue reading Are single-deck games better than multi-deck games? →
• How fast can you count down a single deck of playing cards? - Several years ago on bjrnet.com a poll was conducted.  Several questions were asked.  Here is question 8 of the archived bjrnet.com poll:  If you are a card-counter... how fast can you count down a single deck of playing cards? … Continue reading How fast can you count down a single deck of playing cards? →
• Have you played blackjack for real money in an online Internet casino? - Several years ago on bjrnet.com a poll was conducted.  Several questions were asked.  Here is question 7 of the archived bjrnet.com poll:  Have you played blackjack for real money in an online Internet casino? … Continue reading Have you played blackjack for real money in an online Internet casino? →
• Where can the best money-making blackjack opportunities be found today? - Several years ago on bjrnet.com a poll was conducted.  Several questions were asked.  Here is question 5 of the archived bjrnet.com poll:  Where can the best money-making blackjack opportunities be found today?   … Continue reading Where can the best money-making blackjack opportunities be found today? →
• At the present time over your lifetime, are you ahead financially playing blackjack? - Several years ago on bjrnet.com a poll was conducted.  Several questions were asked.  Here is question 5 of the archived bjrnet.com poll:  At the present time over your lifetime, are you ahead financially playing blackjack? … Continue reading At the present time over your lifetime, are you ahead financially playing blackjack? →
• Should casinos be allowed to bar card counters? - Several years ago on bjrnet.com a poll was conducted.  Several questions were asked.  Here is question 4 of the archived bjrnet.com poll:  Should casinos be allowed to bar card counters? … Continue reading Should casinos be allowed to bar card counters? →
• Who has the biggest blackjack book collection? - By Michael Dalton I've been collecting blackjack books since the early 1980s.  It's pretty intensive but I am sure it is not the largest.  If your collection is larger I would love to hear your comments.  I recently did some organizing in my office and… … Continue reading Who has the biggest blackjack book collection? →
• What is the worst play in blackjack? - By Michael Dalton Ignoring abnormal plays such as hitting a 19 or 20 or standing on Ace-Ace, the worst play, expectation wise, is standing on 8,8 versus 7, rather than splitting them! You will lose about 70 cents on the dollar each time you make… … Continue reading What is the worst play in blackjack? →
• When would I ever want to take insurance (or even money)? - By Michael Dalton A basic strategy player should never take insurance. Only a card counter knows when this bet is profitable. If you are dealt a blackjack and the dealer shows an "Ace" simply reply "No, I’ll take my chances!", when you are asked if… … Continue reading When would I ever want to take insurance (or even money)? →
• Do other players affect your long term expectation? - By Michael Dalton No! You should ignore how other players play. Simply put, a bad player’s action will "help" you just as often as "hurt" you in this game. There is nothing mysterious about this at all! Every serious player will eventually come to this… … Continue reading Do other players affect your long term expectation? →
• What is meant by the term “Las Vegas rules”? - By Michael Dalton This term was often used as the standard to compare one blackjack game with another. Las Vegas rules used to refer to games that were typical of Downtown Las Vegas - double down allowed on any initial two cards, dealer hits soft-17,… … Continue reading What is meant by the term “Las Vegas rules”? →
• Does blackjack have the “best” odds for the player? - By Michael Dalton Yes! Actually, it depends on the rules of the game and the skill of the player. A single deck game with Las Vegas Strip (LVS) rules and double after splitting (DAS) allowed actually gives the player a 0.1% advantage. This assumes, of… … Continue reading Does blackjack have the “best” odds for the player? →
• Have you been restricted for card counting? - Have you ever had your blackjack play "restricted" by casino officials due to card counting? Several years ago on bjrnet.com a poll was conducted.  Several questions were asked.  Here is question 3 of the archived bjrnet.com poll:  Have you ever had your blackjack play "restricted"… … Continue reading Have you been restricted for card counting? →
• What has been your most profitable casino game? - Several years ago on bjrnet.com a poll was conducted.  Several questions were asked.  Here is question 2 of the archived bjrnet.com poll: What has been your most profitable casino game? Comments? … Continue reading What has been your most profitable casino game? →
• What counting system do you use? - Several years ago on bjrnet.com a poll was conducted.  Several questions were asked.  Here is question 1 of the archived bjrnet.com poll: What counting system do you use? Comments? … Continue reading What counting system do you use? →

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