BlackjackInfo Blog
2014
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Learning Card Counting Indexes? Don’t Make This Mistake
Card counting index numbers are confusing when you first start learning them. This article explains why the standard way of presenting index numbers is worth the effort.
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Blackjack Player Sues After Losing $500,000 While Drunk
A lawsuit from a California man alleges that the Downtown Grand in Las Vegas allowed him to continue drinking and gamble away $500,000 while visibly drunk. It seems that for casinos, alcohol is a means to an end.
2013
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Double Down on a 6:5 Blackjack? Read This First…
Some players are making a big mistake when playing 6:5 blackjack games, by doubling down on blackjack. After reading this article, you will know why this is a costly move.
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16vT: RS WTF?!
Why does the Strategy Engine show seemingly conflicting advice on how to play a blackjack hand of 16 against a dealer Ten? All is explained in this post.
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The Casino Floor as a Minefield
Many casinos are offering 6:5 blackjack games on their floors, hoping that players won't understand the cost of these games. This summary shows that you should walk past those games, even if it means playing at higher minimum bets.
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Why Splitting Tens is a Bad Move
Ken Smith looks at the tempting idea of splitting tens against weak dealer cards in blackjack. If you're tempted, you should read this first.
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Blackjack Surrender Explained
Learn how and when to surrender your hand in blackjack, and see the difference between early and late surrender.
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The Most Common Myth in Blackjack
Ken puts to rest the most common myth in the game of blackjack. Worried about that awful player at third base? Don't be. Here's why.
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Media Interviews with Ken Smith
Recent media interviews for Ken Smith... GPWA Times, and Blackjack-Vegas.de
2012
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RFID Casino Chips
What is the current state of the art in RFID casino chips? Can a casino track individual chips to the player who won them?