# About AK The AK Poker team comprises dedicated Texas Hold'em enthusiasts with extensive experience in both online and offline No-Limit Hold'em poker tournaments. The team members come from tech giants such as Google, Amazon, Facebook, Microsoft, Coinbase, and Binance, sharing a common passion for Texas Hold'em. Leveraging their professional backgrounds, they continually enhance their skills and exchange insights gained from competitive experiences. This fusion of poker passion and tech expertise has given rise to AK Poker, a platform designed to address the absence of a reliable Web3 poker platform that prioritizes fairness and transparency. The team has made substantial investments in the premium domain ak.com, symbolizing the strength of potent starting hands in poker.
At AK Poker, the team is committed to providing a user-friendly and reliable online poker platform. Core modes, including Private Games, Cash Games, and Tournaments, ensure an unparalleled gaming experience. Catering to diverse user preferences, gameplay options include All-in or Fold, Pot-Limit Omaha, Blitz Poker, Mushroom, and Squid Games. **The deep Web3 integration introduces groundbreaking innovations to account systems, on-chain transactions and settlements, and verifiable random shuffling, thereby transforming the poker industry.** **AK Tokens** **for All Investors** Empowering every user as a platform shareholder, AK Poker encourages active participation in governance, allowing them to shape the platform's development alongside the dedicated team. Through the distribution of AK Tokens via staking, users gain transparent profit-sharing, including proceeds from item sales, Cash Game commissions, Private Game consumption, and Tournament prize pools. In a dedicated commitment to transparency, the team openly shares core operational data, providing insights into platform profits and game counts with all shareholders. AK Poker leverages blockchain technology to deliver a secure, fair, and transparent online poker experience. The platform introduces innovative measures towards achieving this goal. **Cheating Prevention** To maintain game integrity, we utilize a third-party random source for completely random shuffling. The card sequence is pre-hashed on the blockchain, providing a tamper-proof guarantee for gameplay. Users retain the autonomy to verify the fairness of the game by checking the card sequence, underscoring our commitment to transparency and trust. **Secure Encryption** Our platform employs asymmetric encryption to guarantee secure data transmission. This encryption method utilizes the server's public key, and only the client's private key can decrypt the information, ensuring absolute security throughout the process. **Open Transparency** Our official website offers access to essential operational data, covering bets, settlements, commissions, and dividends. This commitment to open transparency allows users to gain insight into the core functioning of our platform.
**AK Poker—— A Truly Secure, Fair, and Transparent Texas Hold'em Poker Platform!** # Roadmap and Milestone AK Poker, seamlessly integrated with Web3 and blockchain technology, aims to deliver a secure, fair, and immersive online poker experience for enthusiasts worldwide. At AK Poker, prioritizing fund security is fundamental. Utilizing blockchain technology eliminates the need for users to deposit funds into a centralized account. On-chain contracts, featuring open-source code, securely manage and settle user funds, ensuring their safety. Upholding fairness is achieved through verifiable random shuffling, on-chain card hashing, and secure data transmission utilizing asymmetric encryption. Anti-manipulation measures, including GPS, IP tracking, and real-time audio/video, thwart collusion and cheating, fostering a fair gaming environment. Our long-term optimization goals focus on stability, encompassing network reliability, gaming interaction, sound effects, and overall user experience. Whether engaging in Private Games, Public Games, or Tournaments, AK Poker aspires to be the preferred choice for enthusiasts. We envision all poker enthusiasts becoming platform shareholders and actively participating in governance. This vision becomes a reality through AK Token issuance and swap on our official website. By staking AK Tokens, individuals attain shareholder status, enabling them to partake in dividends and contribute to future governance decisions. Our philosophy is simple: what users can verify is trustworthy. Platform statistics, including game and profit data, are regularly published on the official website every four weeks or longer. Shuffling data is hashed on-chain, and dividend data is accessible on the blockchain. Explore our Roadmap and milestones below, highlighting our systematic efforts to optimize the game and achieve goals. While the development and plans may evolve, our team remains dedicated to refining the game, ensuring a distinctive online poker platform tailored for Texas Hold'em enthusiasts. ## **RoadMap** **Phase 1: Infrastructure Development (11/2023-12/2024)** 1. **Team Formation** * Assemble a team with a profound understanding of both blockchain technology and Texas Hold'em poker. 2. **AK Token Issuance** * Release a total of 1,000,000,000 AK Tokens on Ethereum and Arbitrum One. 3. **Swap on Official Website** * The AK Token Swap function will be live on the official website, offering 40,000,000 tokens for Public Sale on both Ethereum and Arbitrum One. The initial price will be revealed later on the official website. 4. **Staking Commencement** * Launch staking options for users. 5. **App Infrastructure Building** * Establish a Web3-based account system for enhanced privacy and security. * Implement a verifiable random shuffling solution. * Develop on-chain deposit and settlement solutions. 6. **Gaming Experience Enhancement** * Provide a stable, smooth gaming experience to ensure user satisfaction. **Phase 2: Game Launch and Ongoing Enhancement (12/2023-04/2024)** 1. **Launch Private Game Mode** * Introduce Score-based and USDT buy-ins for Private Game Mode. 2. **Verifiable Random Shuffling System** * Develop and rigorously test a verifiable random shuffling system to ensure a fair gaming experience. 3. **On-Chain Transactions & Settlements** * Enable on-chain buy-ins with USDT, secured by smart contracts. Implement settlements after each game without requiring centralized account deposits. 4. **Audit and Open-Source Contract Code** * Subject the contract code to a thorough audit by a third-party security institution. Open-source the contract code to enhance transparency and security. 5. **Dividends and Open Data** * Initiate the distribution of weekly dividends in USDT and AK Tokens for shareholders. Open platform data, including game and profit statistics, to the public. 6. **Optimize Content** * Enhance content by introducing features such as game sharing, AK Poker tutorials, poker news, and poker indices. **Phase 3: Ongoing Game Enhancement (04/2024 - 09/2024)** 1. **Launch Lobby Mode** * Offer a diverse gaming experience tailored for Texas Hold'em players. 2. **Real-Time Audio and Video** * Provide high-quality, low-latency gaming interaction experience. * Implement optimizations to prevent collusion, cheating, and account sharing. 3. **Launch Tournament** * Introduce online tournaments, featuring MTT (Multi-Table Tournaments) and SNG (Sit & Go) modes. * Host large-scale online events on the AK official website to meet the competitive needs of players. 4. **Continuous Game Experience Optimization** * Implement ongoing improvements based on user feedback to enhance the overall gaming experience. 5. **Continuous Promotion and Marketing** * Utilize Web3 channels for promotion, leveraging blockchain technology for outreach. * Integrate closely with social media platforms for advertising and promotion. * Establish partnerships for mutual growth and increased visibility. **Phase 4: Cross-Industry Collaboration and Offline Events (From 10/2024)** 1. **Sign Celebrity Poker Players** * Elevate the AK brand and reputation through partnerships with renowned poker players. 2. **Host Large-Scale Offline Events** * Organize offline events under the AK brand, fostering a physical presence for the platform. 3. **Web3 Cross-Industry Collaboration** * Collaborate with leading NFT projects, and host both online and offline competitions. * Seek partnerships with other blockchain projects to broaden the platform's influence. 4. **Organize Charity Events** * Fundraise for children in conflict areas and contribute to needy areas through organized charity events. **Future Plans: Ecosystem Development and Global Expansion** 1. **Extend Global Presence** * Extend our presence to global markets, offering localized optimal experiences for Texas Hold'em enthusiasts worldwide. 2. **Global Tournaments** * Host extensive online and offline tournaments on a global scale, attracting diverse players. 3. **Collaborate with Elite Poker Players** * Partner with elite poker players to enhance the AK brand globally. 4. **Global Poker Index** * Launch a Global Poker Index to spotlight top players and recognize their achievements. 5. **Provide Valuable Insights** * Offer global audiences valuable insights through consultation columns and poker tutorials, enriching the poker community. ## **Milestone Timeline** * **Establishment of AK Team:** 15 November 2023 * **Developing Web3 Strategy:** 10 December 2023 * **AK Poker Beta:** 8 February 2024 * **Issuance of AK Token:** 6 April 2024 * **Launching official website ak.com:** 20 April 2024 * **Official launch of AK Poker:** 30 April 2024 * **Profit-sharing initiation:** June 2024 * **Introducing lobby mode:** June 2024 * **Open Data Dashboard on ak.com:** Q2 - Q3 2024 * **Launching tournaments:** Q3 2024 * **AK School:** Q4 2024 * **Signing Celebrity Poker Players:** 2025 * **Hosting offline tournaments:** 2025 - 2026 * **AK Poker leaderboard and news** * **Web3 cross-industry collaboration** * **......** # Integrating Web3 & Cryptography AK Poker integrates seamlessly with Web3, aiming to change the essential aspects of the traditional Web2 poker model without imposing unnecessary changes. 1. **Account System** * **Decentralized Identity Verification:** Users log in by connecting their wallets, using their wallet address as a unique identity ID. We believe every player should have a secure environment where they can participate in games without revealing personal identity information. We need to protect user privacy, especially in cases where certain players prefer not to disclose their real personal information. * **Multi-level Identity Verification:** In specific situations, like for celebrity poker players, the platform supports identity confirmation through email, phone, and KYC verification. 2. **On-chain Settlement** * When entrusting all user funds to a single entity, the inherent risk of centralized malfeasance cannot be ignored. While the advent of blockchain offers new possibilities, relying solely on on-chain contracts is not foolproof, exposing users to risks such as hacking and phishing attacks. * AK Platform is committed to separating business and fund management, ensuring that malicious actions are prevented on the centralized business end and that funds are secure and controllable. The specific approach will be continuously optimized and improved during the actual operation of Poker. To enhance transparency and user trust, core smart contracts will undergo auditing by third-party security firms and be open-sourced, ensuring platform openness and fairness. 3. **Verifiable Random Shuffling** * **Trusted third-party Random Source:** AK Poker employs a trusted third-party random source, guaranteeing a genuinely random shuffling process and minimizing the risks of manipulation by the platform. * **Asymmetric Encryption:** Ensuring the secure transmission of card sequence data, to ensure the safety of shuffling. * **Pre-release of the Card Sequence Hash:** Leveraging the collision-resistant properties of the Hash function, the platform proactively discloses the Hash of each shuffled sequence in advance. This mitigates the risks of platform cheating and manipulation. Users can save the Hash in advance, enabling them to independently verify the authenticity of the sequence. \ Prioritizing user privacy and verifiability not only enhances platform security but also ensures fairness. As we proceed ahead, we remain dedicated to innovating based on Web3 and blockchain principles. # Tokenomics The AK Team's passion for Texas Hold'em is what drives us to enhance the game. Profit isn't our focus with AK Poker; we're here to redefine Texas Hold'em! We're committed to revolutionizing the Texas Hold'em experience and creating a global community of enthusiasts who contribute to platform governance. All platform profits will go directly to stakers. Our native token, AK Token, has a total supply of 1,000,000,000 tokens, issued once on Ethereum and then bridge 20% of the tokens to Arbitrum One (Ethereum: 800,000,000, Arbitrum One: 200,000,000). After issuance, 700,000,000 tokens will be locked by the contract, leaving an initial circulation of 300,000,000 tokens. Of these, 20% (60,000,000 tokens) will be raised seed round, 13.3% (40,000,000 tokens) will be available for public sale. 13.3% (40,000,000 tokens) will incentivize the team. 33.3% (100,000,000 tokens) will fund R\&D, operations, marketing, partnerships, tournaments, and more. Lastly, 20% (60,000,000 tokens) will be governed by AK DAO for community governance. Join us in shaping the future of the game! **Check AK Token's Contract Addresses and add to your wallet:** **AK - Ethereum:** [0x68a5B2D6015c9df176C62a71199Df311550895aB](https://etherscan.io/address/0x68a5b2d6015c9df176c62a71199df311550895ab) **AK - Arbitrum:** [0x5961cbc865728cb86cb9efa293e897a81fa94b64](https://arbiscan.io/address/0x5961cbc865728cb86cb9efa293e897a81fa94b64)
**1. Seed Round (20%: 60,000,000 tokens)** **2. Public Sale (13.3%: 40,000,000 tokens**) The AK Token Swap function will be live on the official website, offering 20,000,000 tokens for Public Sale on both Ethereum and Arbitrum One. The initial price will be revealed later on the official website. To promote diverse ownership, strict limits are placed on the number of tokens each address can swap for. Users must link their email addresses to the website, a mandatory step for potential shareholders. The AK team actively monitors on-chain activities to prevent token concentration. Subscribed AK Tokens can be staked on the official website, enabling users to participate in the platform's weekly profit-sharing program. **3. Team DAO (13.3%: 40,000,000 tokens)** The team has established a Team DAO, determining how the initial 40,000,000 AK Tokens will incentivize the team, including founder incentives and subsequent team incentives. We have established a strict system of rewards and penalties, along with AK Token release rules, to prevent the undesirable scenario of getting rich overnight for the team, ensuring that the team remains motivated to continuously build. **4. AK DAO (20%: 60,000,000 tokens**) The initial 60,000,000 AK Tokens will be utilized for community upkeep and management when we establish an AK DAO in the future. **5. Project Development (33.3%: 100,000,000 tokens**) We put the project's long-term viability first and reject the speculative attitude surrounding tokens. The development of the project will be funded by the initial 100,000,000 AK Tokens. This reserve is essential to AK Poker's steady growth. The following areas will see a significant impact from these tokens: * Airdrop * Marketing * Dex trading pools * Market making (Liquidity) * KOL, Celebrity Cooperation * Web3 Partnerships * Globalization * Charity * Tournaments The 700,000,000 tokens locked by the contract will be unlocked in 48 months, with 500,000,000 tokens allocated for project building, 110,000,000 tokens for Team DAO, and 90,000,000 tokens for AK DAO. Every AK token will maximize its value. Let's redefine Texas Hold'em together! **Check Contract Addresses:** 1. **Project Development - Ethereum:**\ [0x0d4C4019CC631284750448272D531e0C9F7533da](https://etherscan.io/address/0x0d4C4019CC631284750448272D531e0C9F7533da#readContract) 2. **AK DAO - Ethereum:**\ [0x32669020c56e7995E1aeF5D45a5A8fC33022CCf6](https://etherscan.io/address/0x32669020c56e7995E1aeF5D45a5A8fC33022CCf6#readContract) 3. **Team DAO - Arbitrum:** \ [0x99B9c0b892491a9c3194D561b23901E20A0a1A21](https://arbiscan.io/address/0x99B9c0b892491a9c3194D561b23901E20A0a1A21#readContract)

As mentioned earlier, 100,000,000 tokens will be allocated for project development during the initial circulation, leaving a total of 600,000,000 tokens available for project development, with 500,000,000 tokens locked in the contract

**AK Token Swap** Users can directly swap AK Tokens using USDT on the official website. Currently, **swaps are supported on Ethereum and Arbitrum One, using USDC and BTC as currencies**, with ETH support coming soon. Additionally, AK/USDT trading pools will be established on decentralized exchanges like Uniswap, enabling users to freely exchange * **Connect wallet and Swap now:** * Ethereum: app.uniswap.org/swap # Become a Shareholder It is important to emphasize the commitment to profit sharing on the AK Poker platform: * **After deducting Operation Costs and AK Token Buybacks & Burning, 100% of platform profits will be distributed.** * **The platform will maintain transparency by disclosing detailed information about both game results and revenue data.** For example: Last week, AK Poker's total revenue was 1,000,000 USDT. 15% was allocated for operation costs (including servers, office equipment, and global staff salaries), 5% for AK Token buybacks in the secondary market for burning, and the remaining 80%, or 800,000 USDT, was distributed entirely to shareholders. Of this amount, 20% will be used to buy AK Token in the secondary market for dividend distribution. **Therefore, each dividend distribution will comprise a combination of USDT and AK Token.**
**Users can unlock weekly profit sharing, revenue verification and all the game data through dashboard by joining AK Poker as a shareholder!** 1. **How to become a shareholder?** To become a shareholder, users need to stake over 10,000 AK Tokens on either the Ethereum or Arbitrum One chains to activate shareholder status and mining machines to start earning dividends. However, it is essential to maintain a stake of no less than 10,000 AK tokens; otherwise, your shareholder status and mining machines will be revoked. Shareholder status, mining machines, and dividend calculations are independent on each chain. Our platform adheres to the principle of not accessing users's funds. Users' AK Tokens will not be stored on AK's centralized platform but will be staked in the on-chain contract, and they can be freely redeemed at any time. The staking contract is open source and audited by a third-party audit firm, and any user can review it.\ \ View on-chain contract >> [Go staking >>](https://www.ak.com/stake/) 2. **How to receive dividends?** As long as users maintain their shareholder status on the AK Poker platform, they are eligible to participate in the profit-sharing: **Dividend Scope** * Since the official operation of the platform, AK Poker will distribute 100% of all profits. * Earnings come from item sales, cash game commissions, private game consumption, tournament prize pool revenue, etc. * Profits are calculated after deducting platform operating costs, and AK Token Buybacks. **Dividend Cycle** * The dividend cycle is based on platform revenue. When revenue reaches 100,000 USD, dividends are calculated and distributed between 06:00 and 08:00 the next day. (i.e., the dividend funds will be deposited into the dividend pools on two chains). This cycle can be daily or take several days. **Dividend Format** * The AK platform supports staking on both Ethereum and Arbitrum One, with dividends distributed separately on each chain. The platform will deploy dividend contracts on both 2 chains. * Earnings are allocated to the dividend pools on each chain based on the power ratio of mining machines. The contract automatically distributes dividends according to each user's mining power ratio. Users need to manually claim their dividends after distribution. Example: If the total dividend for this cycle is 10,000 USDT + 100,000 AK, and Ethereum has an 80% power ratio while Arbitrum One has 20%, the platform will allocate 8,000 USDT + 80,000 AK to the Ethereum dividend pool and 2,000 USDT + 20,000 AK to the Arbitrum One dividend pool. Each chain's contract will distribute dividends based on user power ratios. **Dividend Eligibility** * To qualify for the profit, users must maintain their shareholder status and mining machines, ensuring their minimum staking amount remains above 10,000 AK tokens. Otherwise, dividend eligibility and mining machines will be ineffective. {% hint style="info" %} If your staked tokens fall below 10,000 due to redemptions during the week, your power ratio will be paused. A higher power ratio increases your dividend distribution. {% endhint %} 3. **Dividend Algorithm** Dividends are calculated and distributed by the on-chain contract based on the mining power’s share ratio. When funds are added to the dividend pool, payouts are made immediately. Example: If the Ethereum dividend pool has 10,000 USDT and 100,000 AK, and Address A holds 1% of the mining power, the contract will distribute 1,000 USDT and 10,000 AK to Address A. # Account System At the core of our poker platform lies the account system, which leverages Web3 and blockchain technology to create a secure and private environment for users. Our top priority is safeguarding user privacy. We aim to provide an open and liberating experience for every user to fully immerse themselves in the poker experience. 1. **Account System** The platform employs decentralized identity verification, allowing users to log in by connecting their wallets. We directly use the wallet address as the unique identifier:
The platform currently supports two chains—Ethereum and Arbitrum One. As we expand poker competitions to additional public chains, the user's address will remain the singular, unique identifier. We acknowledge that identical addresses stem from the same private key across EVM-compatible chains. This poses no challenge, whether logging in through Ethereum, Arbitrum One, or any other chain, as long as the address remains consistent, the platform recognizes it as the same user. 2. **Account Permissions** Critical platform features, including AK Token staking, dividend receipt, incentives, dashboard access, and game session sharing, are all seamlessly tied to the user's on-chain address—serving as the sole identifier (AK platform ID).
Public Sale, on-chain staking, dividends, platform incentives, and on-chain verification, all processes are operated exclusively on the blockchain. Our departure from traditional registration methods like email and phone numbers is rooted in prioritizing user privacy. While connecting a wallet for login might seem daunting to non-Web3 users, we're committed to simplifying the process. By offering wallet creation assistance and clear guidance, we strive to lower the threshold, ensuring accessibility for every user. In essence, our goal is to make users easily start the game without trusting. 3. **Account Associations** The platform will also support binding email and phone numbers and even enable KYC certification. In certain special scenarios, players may have a desire for self-exposure. For instance, some celebrity poker players may wish to connect with their fans. In such cases, influential public figures must undergo platform verification of their real identity and receive a Blue Mark or Gold Mark. However, all these actions are voluntary for users. This includes linking social media accounts for game sharing, such as Twitter, IG, etc., which are all voluntary. It's essential to emphasize that users participating in Public Sale and those making quick AK Token purchases on the official website must bind their email addresses. 4. **Email and Phone Number Binding** Depending on operational circumstances, we may also consider allowing users to log in through verified email/phone without connecting wallets every time, enhancing flexibility based on user preferences.
**In summary, for users who prioritize privacy protection, we offer a secure gaming environment. Any user can safely participate in poker competitions without revealing personal identity information.** # On-chain Settlement The fundamental objective of the AK Team is to revolutionize poker settlement by leveraging blockchain technology. The challenges posed by the substantial influx of user funds make it difficult for any centralized institution to maintain its original intentions. In the recent bullish market phase, we witnessed misconduct from centralized entities such as Luna, FTX, and 3AC. We firmly believe that adopting on-chain contracts is the most effective strategy to ensure the security of user funds. AK Poker plans to introduce the USDT private games after establishing stable operations in the score-based private games. This will shift the responsibility of buy-ins and settlements to on-chain contracts. 1\. Players in private games will deposit USDT to initiate the game, and the on-chain contract will lock the deposited funds. 2\. The contract will track the total buy-in amount from each player and distribute USDT points in a 1:1 ratio during the game. 3\. Players will engage in poker games using USDT points until the game's conclusion. 4\. Upon receiving the contract, validate and settle using game data and hash, and send game-end messages. 5\. The USDT belonging to each player will be returned to their respective on-chain address.
It is noteworthy that the entire process of the poker game described above eliminates the need for users to deposit USDT on a centralized platform. While this mitigates the risk of fund misappropriation, the proposed solution, though idealistic, raises several concerns: 1. The involvement of cross-chain assets and cross-chain messaging imposes security risks associated with cross-chain bridges. 2. Communication challenges between the poker client and the smart contract, along with potential security risks related to oracle services. 3. Inability to facilitate quick and successful buy-ins, impacting the overall user experience in private games. 4. Inherent security risks associated with the contract itself.​ In addressing these concerns, we are committed to exploring various solutions from different perspectives: 1\. Launching the AK application chain to circumvent cross-chain issues. 2\. Implementing pre-deposited collateral to ensure a seamless and rapid buy-in experience. 3\. Making game data transparent and immutable on the blockchain to mitigate platform manipulation risks. 4\. Adopting a semi-decentralized approach by separating the user funds and business side. 5\. Exploring State Channel solutions. …… In Web3, there's a saying: “Code is law.” However, not all issues should be resolved on the blockchain. Over-reliance on the blockchain can give rise to other problems. We must carefully consider the systemic security risks of entrusting user funds entirely to on-chain contracts. In addressing settlement concerns, and in addition to necessary technical measures, we will publicly share game data through a dashboard on our official website. This data will be made available to all AK token holders and hashed on-chain for verification. Safeguarding user funds is our mission, and Ak has neither the intention nor the capability to engage in malicious activities. ​ **Items Sales & Services** For items, sales, and services that users may utilize in poker games, such as delay, card peeking, special emojis, real-time audio and video, etc., one can directly purchase diamonds through a deposit of USDT. # Verifiable Random Shuffling In Texas Hold'em poker forums, concerns about biased dealing or rigged outcomes are frequent topics of discussion. Players rightly demand transparency and fairness, especially when it comes to the shuffling process. Many platforms assert fairness through blockchain, but we understand that unless players can independently verify it, skepticism remains. Our commitment revolves around two key principles: 1. **Purely Random Shuffling** 2. **Verifiability** We adhere to these principles, enabling users to confirm the integrity of our dealings independently. 1. **How to ensure purely random shuffling?** Understanding the essence of randomness involves distinguishing between two key concepts: * True Random Number Generator (TRNG) * Pseudo-Random Number Generator (PRNG) In computer programming, most random functions rely on PRNG, generating random results from a deterministic algorithm and a seed. However, for applications like cryptocurrencies, quantum mechanics, or large-scale lotteries, relying on PRNG falls short. Achieving true randomness in shuffling demands a dependable random generator service. The search for a trustworthy random generator service is pivotal in our pursuit of genuine randomness.\ \ In our pursuit of pure random shuffling, we prioritize metrics such as availability, unpredictability, and verifiability when evaluating public random generators. Our comprehensive assessment leads us to choose the most reliable random generator. One notable example is the Global Entropy Alliance, a collaboration involving organizations like Cloudflare, UChile, Kudelski Security, Protocol Labs, and more. Within this alliance, Cloudflare's LavaRand stands out. LavaRand sources entropy from the unpredictable flow of "lava" in the LavaWall at Cloudflare's San Francisco headquarters. Captured by a camera, this flow serves as input to generate random values through a Cryptographically Secure Pseudo-Random Number Generator (CSPRNG). {% embed url="" %} 2. **Shuffling Verification Process**
This diagram outlines the key steps in achieving verifiability during the card shuffling process: **Step 1:** Invoke a third-party random generator to shuffle the cards before dealing. **Step 2:** Compute the hash of the shuffled card sequence, securely record it on the blockchain, and simultaneously provide it to users for advance record, preemptively discouraging tampering. **Step 3:** Allow Small Blind Position to actively cut the deck, adding an extra layer of prevention against platform manipulation. **Step 4:** Disclose the card sequence data after each hand. **Step 5:** The platform facilitates the display of the game and hash verification process, enabling users to independently verify the integrity of the game. Before each round, the Small Blind position is designated for card cutting. Players can also choose the number of cards to cut, or follow a predetermined number set by the player. This practice significantly reduces the potential for platform manipulation. While AK Poker employs verifiable random shuffling, the involvement of processes like hashing functions and blockchain queries might present some complexity for independent user verification. To address this, the platform directly guides users in reconstructing the verification process within the app, with specific details available in the app. Users can also opt for independent verification. We adhere to these principles, enabling users to confirm the integrity of our dealings independently. In conclusion, our commitment is to furnish players with a poker platform that ensures fairness at its core. # Incentive In alignment with the platform's performance, incentives will be periodically offered to all users. These incentives will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to: * Participation in poker competitions * In-game consumption * Staking AK Tokens * Successful user invitations * Social platform promotion * Tournament rankings * Metrics such as win rate, participation rate, All-in win rate, and more * ... The platform may distribute incentives periodically, potentially in the form of AK Tokens + USDT or through alternative ways. Ultimately, every player stands to benefit from the ongoing development of the platform! # AK Poker Introduce At AK Poker, we're all about online Texas Hold'em, seamlessly integrating with Web3. But let's be clear – we're not here to force change for the sake of change. For most Texas Hold'em enthusiasts, it's all about the classic game. Our core mission is to enhance that experience, offering a secure, fair, and stable competitive environment to fans of Texas Hold'em worldwide. What can you expect as we roll out these improvements? It will include: * **Private Games** * **Lobby Mode** * **Tournaments** 1. **Private Games** We've tailored a secure haven for Texas Hold'em enthusiasts. Here's what sets our private gaming environment apart: * **Choose Your Mode:** * **Score-based Games:** For seasoned players seeking a challenge. * **USDT Games:** Minimize risks by opting for USDT games, where on-chain smart contracts handle funds and settlements. * **Administrator Control for a Seamless Experience:** * **Variety with a Classic Touch:** Explore variations like Short Deck, Omaha, Pineapple, Caribbean, Texas Cowboy, etc. * Our commitment, however, lies in the classic Texas Hold'em rules, delivering a professional poker experience. In Private Games, administrators can effortlessly create games with tailored settings. Join us on AK Poker for a personalized, secure, and professional Texas Hold'em adventure.
2. **Lobby Mode** As we smoothly navigate through the Private Games Mode, our next milestone is the eagerly anticipated Lobby Mode. Brace yourself for an array of exciting features, including: * **Diverse Gameplay:** * Engage in USDT games. * Explore tables featuring different gameplays like Short Deck, All-in or Fold, Omaha, and more. * **More Choices, More Competitions:** * Access a varied selection when private games are unavailable. * Continue the thrill of competition after concluding a private game. * **Our Commitment to Fair Play:** * AK Poker guarantees a level playing field. No bots, algorithmic shuffling, or biased deals. * We don't play as the opposing player. Our role is that of impartial referees, ensuring a secure and fair competitive platform for Texas Hold'em enthusiasts worldwide. Join us in the lobby for an enhanced Texas Hold'em experience, where diversity meets fairness!
3. **Tournaments** * **Diverse Online Tournaments:** Dive into the excitement of Multi-Table Tournaments (MTT) and Sit-and-Go (SNG) tournaments. Participation is open to all players, with low-cost entry options. * **Global Offline Events:** Experience the ultimate showdown at large-scale offline Texas Hold'em events hosted worldwide under the prestigious AK brand. The foundation is set to redefine the poker landscape beyond the digital realm. # Special Modes AK Poker is set to deliver a gaming experience like no other by introducing popular special gameplay options based on market demand: * **Blitz Mode** * **Mushroom** * **Squid Game** In the future, be on the lookout for more innovative gameplay options, all flexibly configurable. For those seeking a more professional touch, these features can be disabled in private games. Get ready to explore the next level of poker thrills! 1. **Blitz Mode:** In Blitz Mode, we turn up the heat, injecting an extra dose of excitement into private games. Crafted to challenge conservative playstyles, private game administrators have the power to customize settings according to the situation. AK Poker keeps it simple with basic configuration options: * **Trigger Conditions:** Choose between time-triggered, round-triggered, or triggered after an All-in. * **Buy-in BB for Blitz Mode** 2. **Mushroom Mode:** Embrace the craze with Mushroom Mode, a recent crowd-pleaser designed to elevate participation and volatility. Private game administrators hold the reins to flexibly configure settings based on specific circumstances, including: * **Position of Buy-in per Hand** * **Buy-in of BB per Hand** * **Pool Position** * **Mushroom Pool Cap Setting** 3. **Squid Game:** Squid Game Mode is an innovative feature inspired by the movie "Squid Game." It introduces substantial risks, leading to significant changes in the standing of the sole loser in subsequent games. Private game administrators can tailor settings to fit the actual situation of players: * Normal Mode * Infinite Mode * Golden Squid Mode * Reward for Each Squid Unit * Head Squid/Tail Squid Rewards In Infinite Mode, the last player failing to obtain a squid must pay the value of each squid to all other players. This could lead to undesirable competitive effects. However, the Squid Game is not enabled by default. If players choose to activate it manually, the default setting will be in Normal Mode. We aim to maintain Texas Hold'em as a competitive sport without excessive gambling elements. The decision to disable higher-risk settings like Infinite Mode and Golden Squid will be based on actual operational circumstances. In summary, private game administrators should make personalized settings aligned with the specific circumstances and preferences of their players. # Smooth Gaming Experience At AK Poker, our primary goal is to deliver an unparalleled gaming experience for Texas Hold'em players worldwide. Drawing from various online gaming experiences and player feedback, we prioritize continuous optimization in the following areas: 1. **Stability:** Ensuring network stability and seamless reconnection is paramount, especially in less-than-ideal network conditions. Our targeted optimizations in these areas involve high-quality code to enhance overall gaming stability. 2. **Reconnection:** Enhancing game interaction details and information feedback is crucial for preventing errors and elevating the user experience. We'll address common issues such as misoperations, delayed responses, lack of feedback, unclear prompts, and player confusion during gameplay. 3. **User Interaction:** Game pace plays a vital role in creating a positive gaming experience. We'll carefully consider the speed of dealing cards, restarting hands, and the overall flow, aiming to strike a balance that caters to different player preferences. Users will have the flexibility to choose their preferred game pace. 4. **Information Feedback:** Optimizing game interfaces and sound effects is a focal point. Our goal is to improve interface clarity, enhance information feedback, reduce distracting sound effects, and use sound cues effectively for prompts and feedback. 5. **Game Pace:** 6. **UI/Sound Effects** By focusing on these aspects, we aim to provide a smooth and immersive gaming experience for all users on our platform. # Secure Gaming Environment Earning user trust is the cornerstone of running a successful online Texas Hold'em platform. At AK Poker, our paramount focus is on ensuring fairness and security, addressing it as the top priority through the following measures: 1. **Verifiable Random Shuffling:** Ensuring fairness and security lies at the heart of AK Poker's mission. A critical element of this commitment is achieving verifiable random shuffling. We firmly believe in implementing true randomness that is also independently verifiable. **Learn more about our verifiable random shuffling >>** 2. **Not Gambling Against Players:** Our platform stands apart from those that use bots to gamble against users for profit. Unlike those practices, AK Poker positions itself as an impartial referee rather than an active participant in the games. 3. **Our Commitment to Anti-Cheating Measures:** AK Poker takes a strong stance against player cheating, employing a range of measures. Alongside standard practices such as GPS and IP tracking, card viewing delays, and random seating, the platform goes the extra mile in continuously optimizing these foundational anti-cheating efforts. The commitment extends to real-time audio and video features, providing an added layer of security against cheating tactics like collusion. 4. **Protection Against Cheating Software** In summary, AK Poker is dedicated to delivering a secure and equitable gaming environment for Texas Hold'em players worldwide. # Real-time Audio and Video Real-time audio and video features have the potential to significantly enhance the online Texas Hold'em experience by fostering better communication and preventing cheating. AK Poker's real-time audio and video functionality offers several benefits: 1. **Friendly Communication:** Real-time audio and video allow friends to chat while playing cards, customizable by private game administrators based on the situation. This feature promotes social interaction and makes the game more enjoyable for players. 2. **Preventing Cheating:** During crucial tournament stages, the platform may mandate participants to activate videos to prevent cheating. Additionally, enabling real-time audio and video will deter proxy play and collusion. In specific competitive scenarios, administrators can mandate the activation of real-time audio and video for participating players, ensuring a fair and secure gaming environment on AK Poker. 3. **Collaboration with Celebrities:** AK Poker plans to collaborate with celebrity players, introducing live streaming on the platform and requiring real-time audio and video usage. This feature will attract more players and increase the platform's popularity. 4. **Leveraging third-party services:** AK Poker aims to provide the best possible real-time gaming environment for Texas Hold'em enthusiasts worldwide.
# Forum & Hand Replays To record and replay every player's standout moments, the AK Poker platform has developed web-based hand replays. These replays are disseminated on the official website in the form of a forum. All users can watch, like, comment, and share these replays: 1. **Detailed Hand Recording:** The platform captures and relives each player's highlights through a detailed recreation of each hand, including betting durations, item usage, every raise, table dynamics, and even chat interactions. 2. **Social Sharing:** The platform facilitates the sharing of game sessions on social platforms such as Twitter and Facebook. 3. **Incentives:** Activities like sharing and likes could potentially contribute to platform promotion incentives.
We set high standards for hand replays on their platform, ensuring a comprehensive and engaging experience for users. # Dashboard The previous sections have emphasized the AK Team's mission for all poker enthusiasts to become platform shareholders and engage in governance. By staking AK Tokens and becoming a platform shareholder, individuals will be eligible for weekly dividends. The AK Team is committed to distributing all platform profits to qualified shareholders, following the principle that user-verifiable information is reliable. After thorough deliberation, we've chosen to openly disclose essential platform data on the official website at intervals of 4 weeks or longer, utilizing a Dashboard. This data will encompass game statistics and profit figures.
All shareholders are eligible to access Dashboard data, which is publicly available and includes 2 major dimensions: * **Game Data:** Records from Lobby Mode, Private Games, and Tournaments. Compiled daily, allowing users to explore various tables and games in detail. Users can drill down to view specific hand details and inspect records for each hand. Shareholders can gain insights into the platform's overall revenue by examining each hand record, including details such as pot size and platform earnings. Each hand is assigned a unique ID, accompanied by comprehensive game data. Following the conclusion of each hand, we hash the entire game result data onto the blockchain. Beneath the data for each hand, we present the game data and offer a hash generation tool to help users check and verify on the blockchain.
* **Dividend Data:** Compiled from two perspectives: **Platform Dividends and User Dividends**. Platform dividends are primarily calculated for each period (one natural week). User dividends are computed based on blockchain addresses. Users can review the dividend situation for each address By aggregating all the game data, on-chain hashes, and dividend data, any player can determine whether the platform genuinely distributes all profits to all shareholders. This transparency and traceability aim to foster trust and accountability within the platform.