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


Minnesota’s Sports Betting Outlook Brightens with Legislative Breakthrough

On Tuesday, political supporters of legalizing sports betting reached an agreement with a powerful opposing party, increasing the likelihood that legislation will be approved This was a dramatic change in Minnesota's posture on the matter, as reported by Fox9 The deal, according to Representative Zack Stephenson, DFL-Coon Rapids, greatly..
2 years ago

FairPlay Sports Media Reveals Inaugural Betting Survey Results

The first-ever FairPlay Fair Betting Survey results have been released by FairPlay Sports Media (FPSM), and they offer insightful information on the viewpoints of US and UK gamblers The survey, which was conducted remotely from January 5 to February 6, collected responses from around 500 eligible individuals in both locations In the US,..
2 years ago

Genesis Global Capital Settles with SEC for $21 Million

A $21 million settlement was agreed between the insolvent firm Genesis Global Capital and the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in a major step for the crypto lending space The allegations brought by the SEC were a result of the company's participation in the now-canceled Gemini Earn program, highlighting the legal complexities that are..
2 years ago

Worldcoin’s Biometric Project Under Scrutiny in Spain

Well-known for its efforts in biometric identification, Worldcoin is currently involved in a legal dispute in Spain The Spanish Audiencia Nacional has maintained the injunctions on Worldcoin's data collection and iris scanning operations among Spanish individuals, following the guidelines of the AEPD (Spanish Data Protection Agency) The AEPD's..
2 years ago

Japan’s GPIF Eyes Bitcoin for Portfolio Expansion

The Government Pension Investment Fund (GPIF) of Japan, which is acknowledged as the largest pension fund globally with $14 trillion in assets under administration, is now investigating ways to diversify its portfolio in light of changing social, economic, and technological trends Given these changes, the fund has indicated that it would like to..
2 years ago

Pragmatic Play Goes Live with Tipsport to Expand iGaming Reach

The well-known iGaming content provider Pragmatic Play has partnered with Tipsport, a significant operator in Slovakia and the Czech Republic, to debut its slot games Through this partnership, Pragmatic Play's reach into these areas is increased Pragmatic Play's well-known slot games, like Gates of Olympus and Sweet Bonanza, as well as more..
2 years ago

Mintos Expands Reach into French and Dutch Markets

Mintos, the flexible multi-asset platform with a wide variety of investment options, is increasing its reach into the French and Dutch investment sectors, after its successful establishment in Germany, Italy, and Spain Since its launch in 2015, the platform—which is approved by MiFID—has had over 500,000 users throughout Europe and is..
2 years ago

Argentina Introduces Stricter Regulations for Cryptocurrency Providers

The legislation implementing new rules for virtual asset service providers (VASPs) operating within the nation was overwhelmingly enacted by the Argentine Senate on March 14, during a crucial session With the aim of guaranteeing adherence to anti-money laundering regulations, these modifications aim to improve the current regulatory structure for..
2 years ago

Standard Chartered Bank Forecasts Bitcoin and Ethereum Prices

Standard Chartered Bank (STAN) has boldly increased its year-end price prediction for Bitcoin (BTC) from $100,000 to $150,000 The bank also believes that next year, Bitcoin will reach a cycle high of $250,000 before leveling down at $200,000 According to Standard Chartered's study, there is a similar relationship between the price of bitcoin..
2 years ago

Rebet Introduces Innovative Social Sportsbook App Across the US

Rebet has released its social sportsbook app, which is available for free, in the US, marking a major step towards changing the sports betting market The Rebet App, which is available for download through the App Store in 47 states, offers players a special combination of tailored contests and interactive features With its dynamic social feeds..
2 years ago

Binance Founder Launches Giggle Academy Despite Legal Woes

The creator of Binance, Changpeng "CZ" Zhao, has launched Giggle Academy, a nonprofit online learning platform, in the middle of a flurry of legal disputes Zhao views this project as a ray of optimism for his future pursuits, despite the uncertainty that hover over him in federal court Giggle Academy wants to change education by making it more..
2 years ago

SEC Seeks Budget Boost to Tackle Crypto Market Challenges

The Securities and Exchange Commission of the United States (SEC) is advocating for an additional $158 million from the federal budget in order to address the growing difficulties brought about by the rapid development of financial markets, namely in the area of cryptocurrencies The SEC's appeal, which is contained in its Congressional Budget..
2 years ago

Maryland Contemplates Tax Hike Despite Education and Transportation Funding Concerns

As Maryland grapples with funding shortages in education and transportation, discussions about potential tax increases have emerged In addition to evaluating the economic ramifications of these taxes, local leaders are exploring the possibility of legalizing online gambling as a means to bolster tax revenues Maryland faces challenges in funding..
2 years ago

IMF Urges Pakistan to Impose Crypto Taxes for Bailout

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) in Pakistan has received a critical proposal from the International Monetary Fund (IMF): a capital gains tax (CGT) on cryptocurrency investments should be imposed In order to be eligible for a substantial $3 billion bailout package, Pakistan must first approve this plan When the IMF was talking about a $3..
2 years ago

Bitfinex Warns Bitcoin’s Fourth Halving Could Centralize Mining Power

There is a lot of conjecture about how Bitcoin's next fourth halving event, which is scheduled for April 20, may affect the mining industry Smaller miners may have difficulties as a result of the upcoming halving, which might force them out of the market and give publicly traded mining giants the upper hand Bitfinex's latest study sheds light..
2 years ago

Uptick in Crypto Adoption Drives Indonesia’s Market Forward

In February, Indonesia's crypto market witnessed a remarkable expansion, with transactions soaring to a total of $192 billion (30 trillion Indonesian Rupiah) This boost is partly due to the increased number of crypto investors in the country, which reached 19 million, up by 170,000 from January The Commodity Futures Trading Supervisory Agency..
2 years ago

India Calls for Global Crypto Regulations at G20 Summit

India's Finance Minister is advocating for the G20, which includes 19 countries, the European Union (EU), and the African Union (AU), to create a set of regulations for cryptocurrencies Nirmala Sitharaman says that the primary use of cryptocurrency assets revolves around trading, speculation, and the pursuit of profits rather than serving as..
2 years ago

Tim Buckley Doubles Down on No Bitcoin ETFs at Vanguard

Tim Buckley, the CEO of Vanguard Group, has made it clear that his company will not venture into offering spot Bitcoin (BTC) ETFs to its customers, a move that sets them apart from several of their competitors who have already entered the market Buckley's resolve comes amidst pressure and queries from customers eager to dive into Bitcoin ETF..
2 years ago

MicroStrategy Ups Debt Offering to $525 Million for Bitcoin Purchase

MicroStrategy has announced the pricing of a $525 million debt offering, which exceeds the initially planned $500 million This comes on the heels of its recent major capital raise of $800 million, utilized to acquire an additional 12,000 Bitcoin The intention behind this latest financial strategy is to further increase MicroStrategy's substantial..
2 years ago

MGA Conducts its Maiden Sports Betting Integrity Summit

With the recent hosting of its first Sports Betting Integrity Conference, the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) demonstrated its resolute commitment to advancing openness and thwarting corruption in the gaming industry The purpose of the conference was to promote candid conversations and information sharing in order to protect the integrity of sports..
2 years ago