Daniel Li

Daniel Li

iGaming.org Writer Crypto/Sports
A day trader in cryptocurrencies and avid sports bettor himself, Daniel decided to join the team and share his expertise with the iGaming.org audience. Areas of interest are global crypto regulations and the adoption of cryptocurrency use in the world. Daniel loves to work hard and write “how to guides” related to sports betting to share his take on various topics.

EXPERTISE

  • Crypto
  • Trading
  • Sports Betting

Daniel's latest articles


BIS Launches Project Agorá to Explore Tokenized Money

The Bank for International Settlements (BIS), which is known as the bank of central banks, has made a significant announcement about Project Agorá This joint venture aims to investigate the ways in which tokenization might improve cross-border settlements The BIS, which is renowned for promoting global collaboration between central banks, has..
2 years ago

HashKey’s Global Odyssey Begins with Bermuda License

Cryptocurrency exchange HashKey is gearing up for a significant leap into the global market with a new initiative tailored for qualified retail investors Hong Kong's licensed crypto exchange, HashKey, recently unveiled its latest endeavor, HashKey Global, designed to cater to an international clientele The company disclosed this development in..
2 years ago

Sony Testing a Stablecoin for Gaming and Sports Payment Solutions

The Sony Group Corporation subsidiary Sony Bank has revealed that it intends to explore stablecoins, which are digital currencies linked to fiat currencies As part of the project, Polygon blockchain testing will be carried out in partnership with SettleMint, a Belgian blockchain company The project was confirmed by Sony Network Communications'..
2 years ago

In-depth Study Reveals Connection Between Sports Betting and Binge Drinking

There is a connection between excessive drinking and sports betting, according to a recent research financed by the International Center for Responsible Gaming Concerning patterns are shown by the research, which is led by Joshua Grubbs from the University of New Mexico The higher risk of problematic alcohol use among sports bettors is..
2 years ago

Bitcoin Dips Set to Trigger Aggressive Purchases During Digital Gold Comparison

The major US-based cryptocurrency exchange platform's research division, Coinbase Institutional, predicts a tendency of aggressive Bitcoin (BTC) buying amid market downturns Coinbase draws attention to the importance of gold in the face of geopolitical and economic unease and says that Bitcoin will follow a similar path in the changing financial..
2 years ago

Cathie Wood Urges U.S. to Emulate Hong Kong’s Crypto Regulations

ARK Invest CEO Cathie Wood, a leading voice in bitcoin advocacy, has emphasized that the US should adopt Hong Kong's proactive approach to cryptocurrency legislation In contrast to the regulatory uncertainty in the United States, Wood praised the special administrative area of Hong Kong for its flexibility in responding to market dynamics during..
2 years ago

New Bill Seeks to Introduce Sports Betting Safeguards in Minnesota

Senator John Marty of Minnesota is spearheading a legislative effort to regulate sports betting within the state, introducing a new bill with specific restrictions aimed at safeguarding consumers As reported by the Star Tribune, this bill, crafted with the input of two of Marty's colleagues, seeks to introduce sports betting but would prohibit..
2 years ago

Truist Survey Reveals ESPN Bet’s Potential to Challenge Sports Betting Giants

Based on information gathered by experts at Truist Securities, Penn Entertainment's ESPN Bet gaming platform has the potential to become a formidable competitor to DraftKings and FanDuel In order to compete with established companies in the sports betting market, Truist highlights ESPN's status as the app that sports fans use most frequently to..
2 years ago

Bhutan and Bitdeer’s Bitcoin Mining Expansion Ahead of Halving Concerns

Bhutan, which is tucked away between China and India, is preparing to work with Bitdeer, a mining company listed on the Nasdaq, to significantly increase its capacity for mining Bitcoin The action is taken in anticipation of the fourth halving event, which is predicted to cut mining payouts in half, as the bitcoin market gets ready Druk Holding..
2 years ago

Goldman Sachs Alumni’s Crypto Startup Garnering Support from A16z Co-founder

A new player emerges in the crypto arena as Neoclassic Capital, a startup founded by ex-Goldman Sachs employees from BlockTower, secures funding from industry heavyweights Founded by Michael Bucella and Steve Lee, Neoclassic Capital aims to invest in tokenization of real-world assets, entertainment, crypto gaming, and social projects With..
2 years ago

Brazilian Government Proposes Overhaul of Cryptocurrency Taxation

Brazil is set to introduce significant changes to its cryptocurrency taxation policies A forthcoming bill aims to reclassify cryptocurrencies, subjecting them to taxation akin to shares and capital instruments with variable exchange rates, rather than treating them as goods Under the proposed legislation, cryptocurrency transactions would be..
2 years ago

Ripple to Introduce New Stablecoin on Ethereum and XRP Ledger

The well-known payments company Ripple has announced plans to create a new stablecoin on Ethereum (ETH) and the XRP Ledger that is based on the US dollar According to a recent press release from Ripple Labs, the stablecoin will be entirely backed by cash reserves, short-term US government treasuries, and similar cash assets It is intended to..
2 years ago

Google Cracks Down on Alleged Crypto Scammers for Fraudulent Android Apps

Massive tech company Google is in the news right now for a lawsuit it filed against purported cryptocurrency fraudsters who they say were using phony Android applications to plan a fraudulent scheme Chinese citizens Yunfeng Sun and Hongnam Cheung are the target of legal action Google has taken in New York, according to a recent story from..
2 years ago

DraftKings Expands Partnership with NYRA in Horse Racing Endeavor

With this cooperation agreement, DraftKings becomes the official betting partner of the New York Racing Association (NYRA), further solidifying its position as the industry leader in horse racing wagering DraftKings' official betting partner for major events including the famous Travers, the Belmont Stakes Racing Festival, and Saratoga Race..
2 years ago

Cryptocurrency Staking Rewards Paying Far Better Than S&P 500 Dividends

Staking cryptocurrencies has become an attractive choice in the ever-changing world of investing, with returns far higher than those of more conventional options such as the S&P 500 The dividends sent to investors reveal a different picture, even if the S&P 500 index had impressive growth, posting its biggest first-quarter increase in..
2 years ago

Former OneCoin Executive Receives Four-Year Prison Sentence

The US Attorney's Office released a statement stating that Irina Dilkinska, the former director of legal and compliance for the OneCoin fraud operation, had been sentenced to four years in prison by US District Judge Edgardo Ramos As one of the most recent leaders of the Bitcoin corporation to be facing jail, Dilkinska is 42 years old Following..
2 years ago

Binance Revises NFT Strategy by Dropping Bitcoin Ordinals

Binance has decided to roll back its Bitcoin NFT services The platform, which had only started offering Bitcoin nonfungible tokens in May 2023, is now reducing its focus on this area Binance's blog post on April 4 announced plans to refine the Binance NFT marketplace's product lineup, ceasing the trade and deposit of Bitcoin Ordinals by April..
2 years ago

NIST Allocates $3.6 Million for Community-Based Cybersecurity Workforce

The US Department of Commerce's National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is taking proactive measures to strengthen the nation's cybersecurity workforce by awarding cooperative agreements totaling nearly $36 million These grants, approximately $200,000 each, will be disbursed to 18 education and community organizations across 15..
2 years ago

Bitcoin’s Long-Term Holders Cash In as New Players Enter the Market

The recent rally in Bitcoin's price has been fueled by a significant shift in market dynamics, as long-term holders capitalize on profits accumulated over time According to Glassnode's analysis report on April 2, this wave of profit-taking among seasoned investors has injected fresh momentum into the cryptocurrency market Glassnode's analysis..
2 years ago

Lithuania Prepares to Tighten Regulations on Crypto Firms

Lithuania is getting ready for a big regulatory overhaul in its bitcoin industry as the global cryptocurrency scene continues to change Leading Bank of Lithuania official Simonas Krėpšta recently revealed plans to change laws pertaining to cryptocurrency companies in the nation in an interview with Bloomberg A daring plan to significantly..
2 years ago