Poker Protection by Steve Forte

Experience the excitement of poker, America’s beloved pastime, while safeguarding yourself against the ever-present threat of cheating. Poker Protection – Cheating and the World of Poker offers a comprehensive exploration of cheating’s influence on the game, drawing from decades of meticulous research. This essential guide is a must-have for players, dealers, and cardroom managers alike. Here’s a glimpse of the crucial topics covered:

• History of Cheating
• Cheating in Cardrooms
• The Evolution of the Industry
• Professional vs. Amateur Cheaters
• Elements of Scams
• Psychology of Cheaters
• Signals Used in Cheating
• Crooked Gambling Equipment
• Identifying Suckers
• Collusion Tactics
• False Shuffles and Related Scams
• Holding Out Techniques
• Peeks, False Deals, and Coolers
• Marked Cards
• Online Poker Challenges
• Tournament Cheating
• Poker’s Defensive Strategies
• Game Procedures
• Detection Skills
• Identifying Crooked Games
• Self-Protection Strategies
• The Future of Poker