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


Singapore and China Collaborate on Digital Yuan Tourism Pilot

Together, Singapore and China are launching a ground-breaking trial initiative that will let visitors from both countries use the digital yuan, China's central bank's virtual currency The purpose of this project is to make purchasing easier for tourists visiting other countries The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), Singapore's central..
2 years ago

Delaware Faces Decision on Online Sports Betting Future

After a five-month hiatus, the Internet Sports Lottery Legislative Working Group for Delaware has released its recommendations for the state's future regarding online sports betting The task committee had originally planned to release its recommendations by the end of June, but it was delayed The final study suggests granting permission to various..
2 years ago

Former Bitzlato CEO Pleads Guilty to Money Laundering Charges

Anatoly Legkodymov, the former CEO of cryptocurrency exchange Bitzlato, has entered a guilty plea to federal charges concerning the unlawful conveyance and transfer of hundreds of millions of dollars in illicit cash, marking a noteworthy step The US Department of Justice (DOJ) emphasized Bitzlato's lack of appropriate know-your-customer (KYC)..
2 years ago

Coinbase Wallet Introduces User-Friendly Crypto Transfers via Social Media Links

The well-known cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase has released an easy-to-use tool in its Coinbase Wallet that lets customers transfer bitcoin by sending shareable links on major social media and messaging apps With this action, Coinbase is indicating that it is looking at reaching a larger market and making the process of transferring..
2 years ago

Cryptocurrency Regulation Changes in 2023 Defense Bill

The US Defense Bill for 2023 has undergone substantial changes ahead of the weekend, particularly in its approach to cryptocurrency regulations Two key crypto-related provisions aimed at enhancing anti-money-laundering measures were notably removed from the final draft of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) Typically, the NDAA is a..
2 years ago

BetConstruct Secures Virtual Slot Machines License from German Regulator

Leading provider of gaming technology and services, BetConstruct, has reached a noteworthy milestone with the issuance of the Virtual Slot Machines License by Germany's iGaming authority, the GGL With the help of this recently obtained license, BetConstruct is now able to provide virtual online slot machines that fully abide by the strict..
2 years ago

El Salvador Launches Innovative ‘Freedom VISA’ Program for Bitcoin Millionaires

El Salvador is in the news once more, but this time it's for the wrong reasons: their ground-breaking "Freedom VISA" program is aimed at Bitcoin and cryptocurrency billionaires The scheme, which was unveiled on Thursday, offers residence to up to 1,000 individuals each year who invest at least $1 million in Bitcoin or Tether (USDT) stablecoins in..
2 years ago

Mississippi Considers Legalizing Online Sports Betting

As of December 2023, Mississippi still forbids internet sports betting; bets are only accepted at casinos with a license Although sports betting in person was first legalized in 2018, the state is currently considering changing the law to include internet wagering The Mississippi Gaming Commission's executive director, Jay McDaniel, is looking..
2 years ago

Bitwise CIO Foresees Prolonged Bull Market and All-Time Highs for Bitcoin

Bitwise Chief Investment Officer Matt Hougan provided insights on the continuous upswing in the cryptocurrency sector during a recent CNBC interview on December 6 Hougan claims that a number of variables have come together to cause a spike in the value of Bitcoin (BTC) and other digital assets These include rumors that a spot Bitcoin ETF may be..
2 years ago

Circle Fuels Blockchain Innovation with Testnet Tokens Faucet

A faucet for USDC and EURC tokens has been launched by Circle, the company behind the popular stablecoin USD Coin (USDC), as a calculated step to spur innovation in the decentralized market This project, led by Jeremy Allaire, gives blockchain developers a crucial tool for developing and optimizing web3 products and solutions Unleashing Testnet..
2 years ago

Babylon Chain Secures $18 Million in Series A Funding for Innovative Bitcoin Staking Protocol

A groundbreaking protocol called Babylon Chain has successfully received $18 million in a Series A fundraising round headed by Polychain Capital and Hack VC, which is a big achievement for the decentralized finance (DeFi) field The development of Babylon's innovative Bitcoin Staking protocol, which aims to smoothly incorporate Bitcoin's staking..
2 years ago

Coinsquare and Bitbuy Lead the Crypto Charge in Canada

Coinsquare and Bitbuy, two well-known platforms that have together secured over $1 billion in client cash and cryptocurrency under custody, are rising to prominence in Canada's cryptocurrency environment This news coincides with WonderFi's announcement in November 2023 of significant expansion WonderFi is the parent business managing these..
2 years ago

Robinhood Expands Crypto Trading to Europe with New App Launch

Robinhood Markets Inc has introduced a new application that is intended for commission-free cryptocurrency trading, marking a substantial entry into the European industry With this development, investors in Europe may now easily purchase and trade more than 25 cryptocurrencies, including well-known ones as Solana (SOL), Ethereum (ETH), and Bitcoin..
2 years ago

Georgia Contemplates Online Sports Betting

The prospect of allowing internet sports betting in Georgia is once again in the balance as legislative wheels whirl Anticipating a reopening of this divisive topic in the forthcoming legislative session, the Georgia House Economic Development and Tourism Committee is igniting new debates on the possible growth of gaming in the state State..
2 years ago

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Explores Bitcoin’s Role in Reshaping Western Civilization

The CEO of Coinbase, a well-known cryptocurrency exchange with headquarters in the United States, Brian Armstrong, recently revealed his thoughts on the possible place of Bitcoin in the future of Western culture Armstrong offered a thought-provoking suggestion in his article on X, stating that Bitcoin may serve as the pivotal point in prolonging..
2 years ago

Societe Generale Debuts Controversial Stablecoin on Bitstamp

On December 6, 2023, Societe Generale will launch EUR CoinVertible, a stablecoin, on the Bitstamp cryptocurrency market, marking a significant milestone in the financial industry Jean-Marc Stenger, CEO of Societe Generale Forge, emphasized the bank's dedication to ending the dominance of current stablecoins, especially those backed by dollars,..
2 years ago

CFTC Commissioner Highlights Binance’s Compliance Lapses in Multifaceted Settlement

Kristin Johnson, a Commissioner at the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), provided details about the multi-agency settlement with Binance during a recent symposium on digital assets Commissioner Johnson highlighted that the crypto exchange faced consequences for breaking established regulations, notwithstanding claims of fraud or other..
2 years ago

Phoenix Group’s Cryptocurrency Shares Surge 35% on Abu Dhabi Stock Debut

The shares of cryptocurrency miner Phoenix Group (PHX), which saw a 35% increase to 203 dirhams ($055) on Tuesday, had an amazing launch on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) The firm saw this increase after its November initial public offering (IPO), when its shares were initially valued at 150 dirhams With 33 times as many shares..
2 years ago

Franklin Templeton CEO Advocates for Bitcoin ETFs

The CEO of Franklin Templeton Investments, a well-known asset manager overseeing $133 trillion in assets, Jenny Johnson, has voiced optimism over Bitcoin and the prospects of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that track the cryptocurrency Johnson emphasized the distinct use case that Bitcoin offers in an interview with Fortune, highlighting the growing..
2 years ago

Coinbase Advocates for Clear Stablecoin Rules in the U.S.

Leading cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase, with headquarters in San Francisco, highlighted the rising significance of stablecoins in a recent blog post dated December 4, 2023, and advocated for reasonable and transparent rules in the US Stablecoins, according to Coinbase, which is an investor in Circle, the company that created the USDC..
2 years ago