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


The Netherlands’ 2022 Gambling Market up by 85%

When we look at the data for 2022, it becomes clear that this was the first complete calendar year for the Dutch online gaming business The long-awaited Remote Gambling Act (KOA) ultimately passed and was ratified in October 2021, laying the foundation for this growing business Since the market's launch two years ago, the figures have been..
3 years ago

Strike and Bitrefill Join Forces for Everyday Use

The Lightning payments app, Strike, has partnered with Bitrefill to provide users the option to use their Bitcoin holdings for regular transactions, a move that is expected to revolutionize the usage of Bitcoin Bitcoin aficionados now have additional options thanks to this innovative partnership, which elevates it above simple digital..
3 years ago

SEC Drops Charges Against Ripple’s CEO and Executive Chairman

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has decided to withdraw charges against Ripple's CEO Brad Garlinghouse and Executive Chairman Chris Larsen, which is a stunning turn of events According to the claims, these officials helped the business break federal securities laws with their XRP transactions A trial that was slated to take..
3 years ago

Tesla Holds Steady with Bitcoin as Earnings Decline

According to the most recent financial report from the business, Tesla has reiterated its commitment to keeping its Bitcoin (BTC) reserves for the fifth consecutive quarter According to the research, Tesla still has 9,720 Bitcoins, valued at a current market value of about $2754 million given the current price of Bitcoin at $28,300 This choice..
3 years ago

SEC Chairman Gary Gensler Affirms Ongoing Scrutiny of Bitcoin ETFs

Gary Gensler, chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), provided information on the progress of numerous applications for Bitcoin spot ETFs recently and reaffirmed the regulator's commitment to carefully examining these ideas The SEC's chairman, Gary Gensler, revealed that the commission is carefully reviewing a number of..
3 years ago

Federal Reserve Governor Expresses Concerns About US Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC)

Michelle Bowman, governor of the Federal Reserve Bank, recently gave a speech at Harvard in which she questioned whether a central bank digital currency (CBDC) would be advantageous for the United States Her remarks imply that there are other approaches that may deal with the same problems as a digital dollar Bowman stressed that it is still..
3 years ago

ECB Advances Digital Euro Project as it Prepares for Key Decision

The European Central Bank (ECB) is making progress with its digital euro project, moving it into a phase of planning that might serve as the basis for a decision to issue a central bank digital currency (CBDC) in the future The ECB has come under fire for its CBDC plans as the two-year inquiry phase comes to an end The preparatory phase, which..
3 years ago

CheapAir.com Celebrates 10-Year Milestone of Bitcoin Payments

Leading the way in the adoption of digital currencies, CheapAircom is celebrating its 10th year of welcoming Bitcoin payments to its platform This travel booking site, which stood out as the inaugural platform to recognize digital currency back in 2013, now caters to cryptocurrency aficionados with 15 major payment options, encompassing Ethereum,..
3 years ago

Eurosystem’s Exploration of Wholesale CBDC Advances with Market Feedback

With the release of a study on the application of new technologies for wholesale central bank money settlement, the Eurosystem has advanced its investigation of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) The goal of this endeavor is to better comprehend the advantages and viability of adopting a digital euro for both retail and wholesale..
3 years ago

Pennsylvania Sees 1,000-Unit Decline Since 2021, Report Shows

The gaming scene in Pennsylvania, a state known for its booming casino sector, is undergoing a big change The state offers everything, from traditional casino games to the perennially popular bingo, lottery, and sports betting However, a new pattern is starting to emerge, where skill games are taking over gas stations, convenience stores, and pubs..
3 years ago

Kristalina Georgieva Advocates Digitalization for Enhanced Financial Inclusion

IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva made an impactful speech at the International Monetary Fund (IMF) conference on financial inclusion held in Marrakesh, Morocco She emphasized the critical role that digitization plays in boosting financial inclusiveness As "the most important way" to advance in this field, she called it Georgieva..
3 years ago

North Carolina Sports Betting Committee Greenlights Initial Betting Regulations

The North Carolina Sports Betting Committee approved the initial set of rules at its first meeting, which was a crucial step toward the state's adoption of sports betting These rules cover a number of topics, including spreads, over-unders, and money lines House Bill 347, which Governor Roy Cooper signed into law in June 2023, laid the..
3 years ago

Reddit Phases Out Blockchain-Based Community Points Rewards

Reddit has made a big decision to discontinue Community Points, a blockchain-based rewards program, citing issues with scalability and regulatory difficulties Reddit recently announced that it will be ending its innovative Community Points scheme The official announcement of the change was made in a statement that was first posted on..
3 years ago

Gambling Commission Chief Andrew Rhodes Addresses Controversy Surrounding Affordability Checks

The UK Gambling Commission's CEO, Neil McArthur, recently spoke on the debate around the government's approach to gambling reform, notably the financial risk assessments, often known as affordability checks This policy was a key component of the government's white paper on gambling and received harsh media criticism McArthur agreed that the..
3 years ago

Charles Hoskinson Warns of Crypto vs. CBDC Clash

In a recent insightful interview with Coin Bureau, Cardano (ADA)'s visionary founder Charles Hoskinson discussed his viewpoint on the changing world of digital assets Hoskinson's observations revolve on the critical turning point in the struggle for financial dominance, which shifts the emphasis from crypto competitions to the impending threat..
3 years ago

Italian Football Federation Responds to Match-Fixing Allegations Involving Tonali and Zaniolo

Italian Football Federation has released a statement to clarify their position in response to an ongoing investigation into potential match-fixing involving two well-known sportsmen The players in issue are Nicol Zaniolo of Aston Villa and Sandro Tonali of Newcastle, both of whom are now being investigated Tonali and Zaniolo reportedly departed..
3 years ago

New Jersey’s Sports Betting Success Continues to Soar

The booming sports betting market in New Jersey is once again in the limelight as the Garden State continues to profit from it The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement reports that the state's overall gaming income for September increased impressively by 75% year over year to an excellent total of $5215 million A Trailblazer in Sports..
3 years ago

SEC Intensifies Scrutiny on Crypto Investments and Emerging Technologies

The financial environment is changing at an unprecedented rate in an era of rapid technology innovation Since more than ten years ago, the Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) Division of Examinations has actively monitored this development by providing in-depth reports on financial institutions Despite the fact that their reports often do..
3 years ago

NFT Giants Rethink Partnerships as Royalties Dwindle

Leading NFT players, including Yuga Labs Inc, the company behind the Bored Ape Yacht Club, CryptoPunks, and the Pudgy Penguins line, are reevaluating their relationships with well-known NFT exchanges like Blur and OpenSea According to Bloomberg reports, several companies have already suspended fresh listings or are considering doing so The..
3 years ago

UK’s Strict Crypto Advertising Rules Demand Clarity

The most rigorous restrictions in the world for bitcoin advertising have just been implemented in the United Kingdom These restrictions emphasize the need for transparency and compliance by prohibiting unregistered crypto companies from selling their services in the UK Economic Secretary to the Treasury Andrew Griffith voiced concerns about the..
3 years ago