Right now, artificial intelligence (AI) and emerging technologies are reshaping industries — including the world of online poker. Our previous article on AI for Business explained how new tech is driving major changes in business operations, customer engagement, and security protocols.

A recent PwC study reinforces this shift, with over half of respondents believing that the biggest changes to how we work in the next five to ten years will stem from technological breakthroughs.

But as AI becomes more central to online platforms, it also introduces new cybersecurity challenges. A McKinsey study reveals that 53% of organizations now view cybersecurity as a major risk linked to generative AI, yet only 38% are actively addressing it.

For online poker platforms, which handle sensitive player data and high-stakes transactions, this presents both a challenge and an opportunity.

Americas Cardroom (ACR) is rising to meet both. By combining AI innovation with advanced security features, Americas Cardroom is enhancing the gameplay experience while building a safer, more trustworthy environment for players. Let’s take a closer look below.

Increasing AI-driven innovation in online poker

Americas Cardroom is steering the wave of AI innovation. One of the most exciting developments in 2025 is the introduction of Poker Races, where players compete alongside or against AI Racers, which are virtual opponents designed to simulate real-time decision-making and dynamic strategies. This adds a thrilling new twist to gameplay and also creates more engaging and adaptive tables for players of all skill levels.

But AI’s role at Americas Cardroom isn’t limited to entertainment. In a statement, ACR Pro and poker player Chris Moneymaker explained that Americas Cardroom invests heavily in technology and people to keep up with the increase of bad actors and cheats. The site uses sophisticated AI systems to detect and flag suspicious activity, including collusion, bot usage, and multi-accounting — three of the biggest threats to online poker fairness. These systems continuously learn and evolve, identifying patterns and behaviors that human moderators might miss.

Meeting the demand for secure online play

This focus on trust isn’t incidental. It’s a direct response to growing player demand for secure online poker environments. 2025 research cited poker legend Doyle Brunson’s comment about the relative safety of live poker in Las Vegas — where, as he once noted, “the cops actually protected the games.” That same desire for security is now reflected in online behavior, with players willing to pay an average of $1.83 more per hour to play on government-regulated platforms.

Americas Cardroom has proactively taken steps to replicate that same sense of security in states where online poker is not yet legalized or regulated. Players can choose to deal live at casinos like Club 52 or sign up for online poker in Florida and feel confident either way, knowing the platform employs secure SSL encryption to protect personal data, two-factor authentication (2FA) to prevent unauthorized access, and a verified Random Number Generator (RNG) to guarantee fair gameplay. These features enable players to enjoy poker in a variety of jurisdictions without compromising safety or integrity.

This shift aligns with cybersecurity best practices outlined in recent research. A 2024 study on Cybersecurity in the Gaming Industryconfirmed that strong encryption protocols, multi-layered authentication, and regular audits of RNG systems, alongside other measures like employee training and third-party vendor management, are essential to ensuring secure, trustworthy gaming environments. With these strategies, Americas Cardroom not only safeguards player data but also reinforces its commitment to maintaining a secure and transparent poker platform.

By prioritizing AI-driven enhancements and robust security measures, Americas Cardroom has positioned itself as a leader in the online poker space, ensuring that trust and safety remain at the forefront of the player experience, no matter where they play. For more tech and industry talks, check out our other articles on IT Supply Chain.