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

Malik Beasley Cleared in NBA Gambling Investigation, Eyes Fresh Start

Federal prosecutors have officially stepped back from investigating NBA guard Malik Beasley over alleged gambling activity, giving the free agent a chance to reset his career His attorneys confirmed that following “extensive meetings” with the Eastern District of New York, Beasley is no longer a target in the case Good to know..
8 months ago

India Parliament Passes Bill to Ban Real Money Online Gaming Including Fantasy Sports

India is on the brink of outlawing real money online gaming after both houses of parliament cleared the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025 The upper house approved it on Thursday, just one day after the lower house gave its nod The only step left is the president’s signature for it to become law Good to know The..
8 months ago

Brazil Collects BR4.73 Billion From Betting and Lottery Taxes

Brazil’s betting and lottery industries have already filled government coffers with BR473 billion in tax revenue during the first seven months of 2025, according to the Federal Revenue Service That number is split between BR26 billion from sports betting operators and BR21 billion from lotteries Good to Know Brazil is targeting at least..
8 months ago

Trump Family Backed Company Turns to Dogecoin and Litecoin Mining

Dogecoin isn’t just for memes or Elon Musk anymore—it’s getting a presidential push Thumzup (TZUP), a company backed by the Trump family, just announced it’s buying Dogehash Technologies with plans to become the biggest Dogecoin mining operation in the world Good to know Deal is all-stock, swapping 307 million Thumzup shares..
8 months ago

Novig Leaves New Jersey After New Gambling Law Takes Effect

Sports prediction and sports trading market Novig is pulling out of New Jersey following a new law that bans sweepstakes-style casinos The company quietly alerted customers in the state through an email on Tuesday, confirming that access will be restricted beginning August 15, 2025 Good to know Assembly Bill 5447 bans sweepstakes..
8 months ago

Singapore Basketball League Rocked by Match Fixing Arrests

Singapore basketball has been thrown into the spotlight after nine people were arrested on suspicion of fixing games in the nation’s top league The Corrupt Practices Investigation Bureau (CPIB) confirmed the arrests, with those detained aged between 19 and 35 Several of them were players competing in the K Star National Basketball League..
8 months ago

Wyoming Launches FRNT Stablecoin on Ethereum and Solana

Wyoming has long positioned itself as a leader in digital asset innovation, and now it is taking a bold step that no other US state has attempted Governor Mark Gordon confirmed that Wyoming will introduce the Frontier Stable Token (FRNT), a dollar-pegged stablecoin that will be available for both individuals and businesses worldwide Good to..
8 months ago

Manchester United Signs Parimatch as Betting Partner in Asia and MENA

Manchester United has added another global partner to its roster by signing a multiyear agreement with Parimatch, giving the betting brand exclusive rights in Asia and the MENA region Good to know Parimatch will showcase its brand on LED boards at Old Trafford, one of football’s most iconic stadiums Fans in Asia and MENA will gain..
8 months ago

Sports Trading Explained and How It Differs From Regular Sports Betting

I can still remember a Sunday afternoon last fall when a friend leaned across the table at a Chicago bar and showed me something on his phone Instead of betting on the Bears to cover the spread at a sportsbook, he was “trading” contracts on whether Justin Fields would throw more than 15 touchdowns At first glance it looked like a betting slip,..
8 months ago

Why British Racing Will Halt All Races on September 10

British horse racing is preparing to make history with its first-ever nationwide strike On Sept 10, no races will take place across the country as the sport pushes back against a government plan to raise taxes on racing from 15% to 21% Good to know The proposed changes align racing duties with the 21% tax already paid by online gaming..
8 months ago

NBA and Players Back Prop Betting Restrictions to Protect Integrity

Sports betting is now woven into the fabric of the NBA experience, but recent incidents have raised serious questions about where the line should be drawn Both the league and the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) are now in agreement that certain prop bets may need to be restricted to protect athletes and the game itself Good..
8 months ago

Licensed Missouri Sportsbooks Can Begin Google Advertising

Missouri is still months away from its official sports betting debut in December, but advertising has already been given the green light Google confirmed last week that licensed sportsbooks can now promote their platforms through Google Ads, making Missouri the 39th state where gambling ads are permitted under its policies Good to know..
8 months ago

How Qubic Shook the Monero Network With a 51 Percent Move

Monero has long been recognized as one of the leading privacy-focused cryptocurrencies But on August 11, the network faced an unusual event when Qubic, a newer blockchain project, briefly claimed more than 51 percent of Monero’s total mining power The incident has left many wondering whether it was a true attack or simply an expensive..
8 months ago

Circa Sports Sets $10 Floor for Bets in Illinois

Illinois sports bettors using Circa Sports will soon need to place wagers of at least $10 The change follows the passage of House Bill 1928, which introduces a new per-bet tax across the state Good to know House Bill 1928 sets a $025 tax per wager for the first 20 million bets, then $050 thereafter Circa’s $10 minimum wager takes..
8 months ago

Three Heavyweights Secure Path Into Missouri’s New Sports Betting Market

Missouri’s legal sports betting launch on December 1 is set to feature three big-name operators — but the way each got here tells a very different story Good to know Circa Sports and DraftKings landed the only two untethered mobile betting licenses FanDuel partnered with MLS club St Louis City SC to gain market access..
8 months ago

Federal College Basketball Betting Probe Expected to Bring Indictments

A sweeping federal investigation into college basketball betting appears to be moving toward formal charges, with multiple players and programs reportedly in the crosshairs Sports Illustrated reporters Pat Forde and Michael Rosenberg say indictments are expected, and the scope of the probe stretches far beyond one team or conference Good to..
8 months ago

Little League Condemns Betting on Youth Baseball Events

The Little League World Series is in full swing, but the organization is making it clear that it wants no connection to the sports betting market Good to know US sportsbooks such as FanDuel, DraftKings, and Fanatics are prohibited from offering bets on Little League events Offshore sportsbooks are not regulated in the US and often..
8 months ago

Chicago Considers New Sports Betting Tax That Could Push Operators Out

City leaders in Chicago are weighing a plan to add a per-wager tax on sports bets placed within city limits, just months after Illinois raised its own rates Industry insiders warn that another levy could be the tipping point for some sportsbooks operating in the state The Chicago City Council will revisit the matter after Labor Day, with early..
8 months ago

Ohio Regulator Looks Into Unusual Wagers on Guardians Matches

Ohio’s top gaming regulator has opened an independent investigation into unusual wagering patterns involving the Cleveland Guardians after being tipped off by a licensed sportsbook The Ohio Casino Control Commission says the probe is part of its duty to maintain the integrity of sports betting in the state Good to know The..
8 months ago

Daniel Fortune and Superbet Join to Support Safer Gambling in Brazil

Brazil’s fast-growing betting market has a new alliance aimed at keeping players safe Influencer Daniel Fortune has teamed up with sportsbook operator Superbet in a strategic partnership focused on responsible gaming, as the industry faces mounting scrutiny over influencer involvement Good to know Superbet sponsors São Paulo FC and..
8 months ago
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