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


Kava 14 Upgrade Unleashes Seamless Asset Conversion on Cosmos

The Kava 14 update was been released by Kava, a Layer-1 blockchain that combines the development capabilities of Ethereum with the speed and interoperability of Cosmos The novel "internal bridge" mechanism introduced by this upgrade makes it possible to convert native Cosmos assets to Ethereum's ERC20 token standard without any hiccups Empowering..
3 years ago

Dogecoin Co-founder Shares Excitement for Elon Musk’s AI Venture

The billionaire businessman Elon Musk recently unveiled xAI, a brand-new artificial intelligence (AI) initiative This project intends to "understand reality," as explained by Musk, who co-founded OpenAI, the company that created the well-known AI tool ChatGPT Billy Markus, a co-founder of Dogecoin (DOGE), also known on Twitter as Shibetoshi..
3 years ago

Celsius Network Fined $4.7 Billion by FTC in Cryptocurrency Scandal

A notable development is that the insolvent cryptocurrency lender Celsius Network has been fined a whopping $47 billion by the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) The ruling will, however, be temporarily set aside so that Celsius may use bankruptcy processes to deliver its remaining assets to customers Celsius Network's Misconduct and FTC..
3 years ago

Ripple’s Legal Battle. Partial Victory and Regulatory Clarity for Cryptocurrencies

A well-known blockchain platform named Ripple recently won part of a legal battle against the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), which has improved the regulatory climate for the bitcoin market The selling of Ripple's XRP tokens via exchanges and algorithms was not deemed to be an investment contract by the US District Court for the..
3 years ago

UK Gambling Commission Penalizes Star Racing for AML and Social Responsibility Lapses

The regulating authority, the UK Gambling Commission, fined Star Racing, doing business as Star Sports, £594,000 In addition to the cash fine, the business also got a formal warning and had its license subject to more restrictions The accusations made against Star Racing were the result of several flaws found between March 2020 and May 2021..
3 years ago

Telegram Merchants Embrace Cryptocurrency Payments with Wallet Expansion

As Wallet, a service provider built on The Open Network (TON) blockchain, enhances its features, the well-known messaging software Telegram moves closer to a wider acceptance of bitcoin payments Wallet was originally designed to make it possible for consumers to transfer bitcoin via conversations, but it is now enabling businesses to include..
3 years ago

ESG Ranking Reveals Ethereum as the Top Institutional-Grade Crypto

In a recent analysis by CCData, Ethereum was shown to have the highest scores for environmental, social, and governance (ESG) among institutional-grade cryptocurrencies 40 of the biggest and most liquid digital assets were analyzed in the study, taking into account factors like decentralization, security, and climate effect The first ESG..
3 years ago

LIV Golf Partners with Simplebet to Revolutionize Betting Experience

Greg Norman, the commissioner of LIV Golf, is committed to using innovative event formats and embracing technology to forge a different route in the golf business Norman emphasizes the league's dedication to innovation and advancement from its establishment The league's distinctive selling point is its supercharged tournament experience, which..
3 years ago

NCAA Discloses 175 Infractions of Sports-Betting Policy Since 2018

The NCAA announced in a letter from NCAA President Charlie Baker that it has dealt with 175 violations of its sports betting policy since 2018 This information was provided in answer to a question from Rep Dina Titus of Nevada, a state well-known for its casino sector Efforts to Ensure Integrity and Educate Stakeholders NCAA President Charlie..
3 years ago

Crypto Crimes Experience Revenue Decline, but Ransomware Attacks Surge, Reports Chainalysis

The overall losses to illegal actors in the bitcoin business have dramatically fallen, according to a mid-year analysis by Chainalysis, and were only about $25 billion by the end of June Comparing this statistic to mid-2022, a 65% decrease has occurred On the other hand, legal actors saw a "much less severe" decline in inflows during the bear..
3 years ago

Iconic Notorious B.I.G. Photo Up for Auction as NFT with Physical Tie-In

The late rapper The Notorious BIG, real name Christopher Wallace, was famously captured in a photograph that is presently up for sale as an NFT Photographer Barron Claiborne captured the iconic portrait, titled "The King Of New York," only three days before the rapper's tragically early death in 1997 In hip-hop culture, the image of the lyricist..
3 years ago

Google Play Embraces Web3.0, Allows Integration of Digital Assets Including NFTs

Google has made a notable change to its policies on the Play Store, the mobile software marketplace, to cater to the growing number of Web30 developers seeking to incorporate digital assets such as NFTs This update opens up opportunities for developers to buy, sell, or earn digital assets within their apps and games, provided they clearly disclose..
3 years ago

Coinbase Wallet Introduces Direct Messaging Feature for Seamless User Communication

The self-custody bitcoin wallet Coinbase Wallet has unveiled a new feature that enables users to communicate directly with one another on the network The messaging functionality intends to solve frequent issues users encounter, in addition to its existing functions like buying and selling cryptocurrencies, connecting digital assets, and..
3 years ago

Binance Labs Injects $15 Million into Xterio for Advancing Web3 Gaming and AI Integration

A significant investment of $15 million has been made in Xterio by Binance Labs, the investment arm of prominent cryptocurrency exchange Binance Xterio is a rising star in the Web3 gaming platform and publishing space By incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) into the gaming experience, this strategic financing intends to enhance technology..
3 years ago

Elon Musk Launches xAI. A New Venture to Unravel the Secrets of the Universe

By founding the cutting-edge business xAI, renowned entrepreneur Elon Musk has taken another risk in his effort to solve the universe's riddles According to xAI's most recent statement on July 12, its main goal is to fully comprehend "the true nature of the universe" To further this big project's goals, xAI will work closely with well-known..
3 years ago

New York Online Sports Betting Sees Monthly Decline, but Year-to-Date Figures Remain Strong

With a combined total of $117 billion wagered by bettors, June saw a decline in consumer expenditure for New York's online sports betting market This amount represents a dramatic 147% drop from the $136 billion spent in May, although being an increase of 105% over the same month last year The total for June was likewise the lowest since August..
3 years ago

Spillemyndigheden Takes Action Against Betfair for Breaching AML Laws

AML Act of Denmark, Betfair, a well-known online gambling company, is now dealing with regulatory repercussions after breaking numerous of its provisions On July 6th, the Danish Gambling Authority, or Spillemyndigheden, released a ruling describing the infractions and specifying the steps needed to comply Order A- Risk Assessment Concerns Order..
3 years ago

7-Eleven Steps into NFT Arena with Unique ‘Slurpee Vibe’ Collection

7-Eleven, the most expansive convenience store chain globally, dabbled into non-fungible tokens (NFTs) to mark its 96th birthday This move demonstrates the company's drive to innovate and adapt to new technological trends Notably,  7-Eleven refrained from referring to these assets as NFTs throughout their entire press release, opting to label..
3 years ago

Canadian Crypto Exchange Merger Set to Create Largest Trading Platform in the Country

A historic merger in the Canadian cryptocurrency market is about to take place as WonderFi, a Canadian exchange backed by Kevin O'Leary, better known as "Mr Wonderful" from the popular TV show Shark Tank, gets set to join forces with CoinSmart Financial and Coinsquare, two other significant Canadian exchanges Longtime proponent of..
3 years ago

Former Congressional Candidate and FTX Executive Under Investigation for Campaign Finance Violations

Federal prosecutors in Manhattan are presently investigating former Republican congressional candidate Michelle Bond and her partner, former FTX CEO Ryan Salame, for possible breaches of campaign financing regulations The inquiry, which is distinct from the legal actions concerning FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF), seeks to ascertain whether..
3 years ago