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

New Jersey Charges Fourteen in Illegal Betting Case Linked to Mafia

A series of arrests in New Jersey has pulled a long-running illegal betting network into the open, and investigators say the case stretches from college sports circles to a group tied to the Italian mafia Authorities outlined the allegations on Thursday after a lengthy probe across two counties, noting that more than two million dollars in wagers..
5 months ago

Luis Ortiz Pleads Not Guilty In Alleged Pitch Fixing Case

Luis Ortiz, the starting pitcher for the Cleveland Guardians, entered a not-guilty plea in New York after federal prosecutors accused him of accepting bribes to influence individual pitches during games The case involves conduct dating back to 2023 and has drawn national attention due to the involvement of teammate Emmanuel Clase Good to..
5 months ago

North Carolina Breaks Another Sports Betting Record in October

North Carolina sports betting keeps climbing, and October delivered another milestone The latest numbers from the North Carolina State Lottery Commission show a market that continues to grow fast, driven by an active sports calendar and strong operator performance Good to Know October handle jumped to over eight hundred million for the..
5 months ago

Florida Lawmakers Push New Rules On Sports Betting Corruption

A fresh attempt to reshape Florida gaming law is back on the table, driven by growing concern around rigged wagers and corruption tied to betting markets Lawmakers aim to show tougher intent after a series of national gambling controversies drew new attention to how players, bettors, and operators interact Good to Know The bill targets..
5 months ago

Mohegan Digital Launches Unified Sportsbook for Pennsylvania Players

Mohegan Pennsylvania has officially rolled out an all-in-one gaming experience, combining online casino play and sports wagering into a single app powered by Mohegan Digital Bettors aged 21 and above can now place wagers on major professional and college sports directly within the Mohegan Pennsylvania Online Casino platform Good to Know..
5 months ago

Brazil Finance Minister Reaffirms 18 Percent Betting Tax Proposal

The debate on how much betting operators should pay in taxes in Brazil is ever alive Finance Minister Fernando Haddad confirmed that the Federal Government continues to support an 18% tax rate for licensed gaming and betting operators During an interview on CNN Brasil, Haddad made it clear that even though Congress approved a 12% rate last year,..
5 months ago

Over 1,000 Turkish Players and Referees Suspended in Gambling Scandal

Turkish football is in turmoil after one of the largest gambling scandals in its history More than 1,000 players and referees have been suspended for illegal betting activity, forcing officials to halt matches across several divisions and sparking what the Turkish Football Federation (TFF) called a “moral crisis” Good to Know A..
5 months ago

Giants Kicker Graham Gano Opens Up on Betting-Related Hate

Graham Gano has been through plenty of tough moments in football, but few sting like the words sent his way online The veteran New York Giants kicker recently opened up about the abuse he’s faced from angry bettors — a problem becoming increasingly common across professional sports Good to Know Gano said he receives death threats..
5 months ago

Rumble Secures $100M Advertising Commitment from Tether

Rumble announced a new advertising commitment with Tether valued at $100 million over two years, beginning in 2026 The arrangement builds on earlier cooperation between the two companies and supports both platform development and creator monetization Good to Know Advertising commitment is $50m per year across two years Rumble Wallet..
5 months ago

Maryland Reports $14.1M in Sports Wager Contributions for October

The Maryland sports wagering market reported $141 million in state contributions during October 2025, according to data from the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency The month reflected strong activity across football, MLB postseason play, and the start of hockey and basketball seasons Good to Know Total wagers reached $7366m in..
5 months ago

MLB and Sportsbooks Set $200 Limit on Pitch Prop Bets

Major League Baseball and major US sportsbooks have introduced a nationwide limit on pitch-level wagering The decision places a $200 maximum on bets tied to single-pitch outcomes, covering nearly the entire regulated betting market in the country Good to Know Limit applies to single-pitch props, including balls and strikes Parlay..
5 months ago

Manhattan Town House Linked to NBA Poker Case Listed for Sale at $22M

A well-known Manhattan town house has returned to the public conversation, not for a celebrity tenant this time, but due to its link to an alleged high-stakes gambling network The red-brick Georgian-style residence, once rented by rapper Travis Scott, is listed for $225 million, according to real estate group Gimme Shelter and reported by The New..
5 months ago

Ortiz Arrested While Charges Filed Against Clase

A federal case is unfolding around two Cleveland Guardians pitchers, alleging involvement in a coordinated plan to influence pitch outcomes for gambling profit The matter has drawn national attention because it touches professional sport integrity, online betting markets, and player trust Good to Know Both players remain presumed..
5 months ago

Trump Says $2,000 Tariff Dividend Payment Is Coming Soon

A fresh policy announcement in the United States has drawn strong attention from crypto traders who are looking for clear signals after weeks of uncertainty The government shutdown appears close to resolution, and now a new stimulus-style proposal is being discussed that could influence how money flows into digital assets Good to Know..
5 months ago

US Senate Budget Deal Lifts Crypto Market Mood

A long-running government standoff in the United States is finally showing signs of easing A deal in the US Senate to end the shutdown has started to lift the mood in crypto markets Traders have been waiting for any hint of stability because uncertainty in government funding made many investors more cautious Good to Know Bitcoin often..
5 months ago

NCAA Bans Six Former Players Over Betting Violations

Concerns around betting influence in college basketball continue to rise, and new details came forward after NCAA confirmed that six former players from New Orleans, Mississippi Valley, and Arizona State violated ethical conduct rules tied to illegal wagering activity None of the individuals are currently enrolled, and each has been ruled..
5 months ago

DraftKings Prepares Launch of New Predictions Platform

A shift is underway in how fans interact with sports outcomes DraftKings confirmed plans to introduce DraftKings Predictions in the coming months, an offering that edges closer to the growing world of event-based trading markets The announcement follows the company’s acquisition of Railbird, a licensed prediction market platform that has been..
5 months ago

Dana White Says He Immediately Called FBI After Suspicious Betting on UFC Fight

A weekend fight that looked routine at first glance has turned into a federal matter UFC CEO Dana White confirmed that the FBI is now involved in reviewing a featherweight bout between Isaac Dulgarian and Yadier del Valle, after monitoring service IC360 raised concerns about strange betting patterns Good to Know The FBI met with UFC..
6 months ago

Missouri Sports Betting Could Reach $3.88 Billion in First Year

Missouri sports bettors have waited years for their moment, and it’s finally on the calendar With legal wagering set to go live on December 1, 2025, analysts already have a clear idea of what the state can expect in its first few days on the books Good to Know Missouri’s sports betting launch date is December 1, 2025 The..
6 months ago

Gilbert Arenas Denies Informant Claims in Gambling Investigations

Gilbert Arenas says he did not act as an informant in the recent gambling-related arrests tied to underground poker and betting operations The former NBA All-Star joked online about the situation, which fueled speculation, but he later said the jokes were not admissions Good to Know Arenas faces his own federal charges tied to private..
6 months ago
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