Tum | February 27, 2017
Article by Mike Anderson I have clarified some things from the original posting, mainly that there are benefits to taking partial insurance although it’s not the optimal EV play. In the game of black when the dealer has an Ace showing you have the options of placing an additional side bet of called the insurance […]
Ken Smith | February 18, 2016
What is the probability of a losing streak of a particular length in blackjack? I’m glad you asked. Well, actually, I’m not. You should read this…
Ken Smith | September 15, 2015
Fewer Decks are Better. Do You Know Why? When it comes to the number of decks in a blackjack game, the fewer the better. Most players have heard this fact somewhere along the line, but many of them don’t know why fewer is better. I often get this question by email, where players will note […]
Ken Smith | September 14, 2015
Charles Dickens may as well have been describing recent developments in casino blackjack… “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times.” Rules and conditions at casino blackjack tables have been steadily declining for years, and there are a lot of really bad games out there. 6:5 Has Spread Far and Wide […]
Ken Smith | March 29, 2014
Ken Smith is the guest on the Gambling With an Edge radio show and podcast. He shares a couple of stories of big plays, and the latest developments at BlackjackInfo.
Ken Smith | March 9, 2014
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.
Ken Smith | March 6, 2014
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.
Ken Smith | November 9, 2013
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.
Ken Smith | October 10, 2013
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.
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.