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


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

Blockpass and Animoca Brands Forge Partnership for Web3 Safety

In the realm of digital property rights for gaming and the open metaverse, Blockpass, the industry leader in identity verification systems that comply with Web3 standards, has partnered with Animoca Brands In order to provide a safe and user-friendly experience for all users, this strategic partnership seeks to improve safety and compliance within..
2 years ago

SEC Cracks Down on $300 Million Ponzi Scheme

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has initiated legal action against 17 individuals allegedly involved in a sprawling $300 million Ponzi scheme The scheme, primarily targeting Latino investors across the US and abroad, unfolded under the guise of "risk-free" and "guaranteed" crypto and foreign exchange investments Operating from..
2 years ago

Industry Leaders Goldman Sachs, Standard Chartered & Others Validate Blockchain Interoperability on Canton Network

A major milestone was recently reached by Digital Asset, a well-known brand in blockchain interoperation solutions, with the testing phase of the Canton network being concluded During its pilot program, Canton—which aims to promote interoperability between apps that use funds and data from various blockchains—has shown encouraging..
2 years ago

Bitcoin ETFs Poised for Mainstream Integration

Significant advancements in the incorporation of Bitcoin ETFs into traditional financial advice services have been called attention to by investment expert Balchunas Though it hasn't been adopted yet by large wirehouse platforms managing trillions of dollars' worth of assets, Balchunas believes that changes will happen soon As per Balchunas,..
2 years ago

Crypto.com Faces 2.85 Million Euro Fine from Dutch Central Bank

The Dutch central bank said on Wednesday that, in October of last year, it had fined the cryptocurrency exchange Cryptocom 285 million euros ($312 million) De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB) registration is required for services rendered in the Netherlands, and Cryptocom's parent company, Foris DAX MT Limited (DAX MT), was penalized for that..
2 years ago

SEC Case Against Genesis and Gemini Allowed to Continue

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) prosecution against cryptocurrency exchange Gemini and lender Genesis can now move forward, according to a recent decision made by a New York judge The ruling follows the denial in a court filing on Wednesday of the two defendants' requests to have the lawsuit dismissed The SEC's case "plausibly..
2 years ago

North Carolina’s Mobile Betting Surges with GeoComply’s Tracking

For the state's fledgling online sports betting sector, the recent explosion in mobile betting activity in North Carolina has exceeded all expectations A startling 54 million location checks were logged from 370,000 active users between March 11 and March 13 at midday, according to geolocation expert GeoComply The two million checks from 134,000..
2 years ago

Glassnode Analyst Quotes Bitcoin Set for Correction Courtesy of Parabolic Rise

Co-founders of the analytics company Glassnode, Jan Happel and Yann Allemann, often known on social media as Negentropic, are indicating that Bitcoin (BTC) may be due for a correction after its recent spike The pair believes that there will soon be a change in Bitcoin's trajectory because prices are rising and feelings are strong Happel and..
2 years ago

Jack Dorsey’s Bitkey Wallets Go Global, Launches in 95 Nations

Block, a fintech startup founded by Jack Dorsey and formerly known as Square, has started distributing its cutting-edge Bitkey wallet to clients in 95 countries amid rising demand in self-custody Bitcoin wallets In the company's endeavor to provide people with safe and easily accessible Bitcoin management tools, this is a major turning..
2 years ago

Scott Van Pelt Stars in ESPN Bet’s Latest Commercial “Delivery”

ESPN Bet introduces its latest commercial, "Delivery," starring Scott Van Pelt and 'Stanford' Steve Coughlin, marking the arrival of a fresh promotional effort This ad, created to coincide with March Madness, captures the unpredictable excitement of college basketball throughout the tournament This period is known for dramatically boosting the..
2 years ago

GambetDC Out, FanDuel In as Exclusive Sports Betting Provider in Washington D.C.

The Office of Lottery and Gaming in Washington DC has chosen FanDuel to take over as the exclusive provider of sports betting in the city, moving away from GambetDC This change is scheduled to happen this coming spring, though the exact timeline and what will happen to existing GambetDC accounts are yet to be determined FanDuel steps in after..
2 years ago

Grayscale to Launch Bitcoin Mini Trust for Fractional Investments

Grayscale has submitted an application to the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to introduce a new Bitcoin investment product This new offering, named the "Grayscale Bitcoin Mini Trust," represents an innovative twist on their existing Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC), aiming to provide investors with the opportunity to own fractional..
2 years ago

COPA to Seek Perjury Charges Against Craig Wright in Satoshi Identity Case

The Crypto Open Patent Alliance (COPA) announced plans to request that UK prosecutors evaluate allegations of "perjury" against Craig Wright, related to his defense against accusations of forgery This statement came as the UK trial investigating Wright's assertion that he is the inventor of Bitcoin was concluding In their final remarks, COPA..
2 years ago

New UK Rules Could Affect Digital Art Sellers

In an effort to enhance the oversight of digital markets, the United Kingdom is setting its sights on the regulation of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs), a form of digital asset that has gained immense popularity The UK Treasury has launched a consultation process to determine how NFTs should be treated under the country’s anti-money laundering (AML)..
2 years ago

Battle Over Online Sports Betting in Florida Heats Up

The US Supreme Court has granted the US Department of the Interior (DOI) an extension to file its response in a Florida online sports betting case that could reshape the state's gaming landscape The DOI now has until April 12 to submit its arguments, a push from the original March 13 deadline Solicitor General Elizabeth Prelogar cited the..
2 years ago

Bluwhale Secures $7M Seed Funding for AI Web3 Innovation

Bluwhale, a rising AI Web3 startup, has raised $7 million in seed funding to improve the interaction between decentralized applications (dApps) and their audiences By combining artificial intelligence with blockchain technology, Bluwhale aims to streamline digital communications between businesses and Web3 wallet users, providing a more precise..
2 years ago

Spend Your Crypto Anywhere Soon With a MetaMask Mastercard

MetaMask is currently evaluating a Mastercard payment card, described as the first completely on-chain option This innovation, as reported by CoinDesk today, will enable users to use cryptocurrency for regular purchases at any location accepting card payments MetaMask serves as a widely used cryptocurrency wallet on the Ethereum blockchain,..
2 years ago

Tether Expands USDT to Celo Blockchain Soon

Tether will introduce its USDT token on the Celo blockchain, a platform compatible with the Ethereum Virtual Machine and transitioning towards becoming an Ethereum Layer 2 network With this, Tether will broaden the reach of USDT, which is already available on several blockchains, including Ethereum, Solana, and Polygon A spokesperson for Tether..
2 years ago

BetMGM Rolls Out New Responsible Gaming Ad Featuring NHL Star Connor McDavid

NHL sensation Connor McDavid is the focus of a new 30-second advertisement released by BetMGM, spotlighting their array of tools for responsible gaming Connor McDavid, celebrated as the Most Valuable Player in the National Hockey League (NHL), took center stage in a fresh collaboration with BetMGM This brief promotional piece emphasizes the..
2 years ago