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

Esports Betting Bill Returns to Pennsylvania Legislature

Pennsylvania could soon update its gambling laws to include a fast-growing sector that has captured the attention of millions—eSports State Representative Ed Neilson is once again pushing for legislation that would let residents legally bet on video game competitions His latest move comes just as global eSports tournaments attract larger..
10 months ago

Proposals Aim to Prevent Gambling Harm in Low-Income Groups

Brazilian Senator Izalci Lucas has put forward a list of 16 policy suggestions designed to tighten control over the country’s fast-growing online betting market These proposals aim to introduce stronger consumer protections, prevent fraud, and hold promoters accountable for misconduct Good to know Around 15% of Brazilians reportedly..
10 months ago

Malik Beasley Under Investigation for Gambling Allegations

Malik Beasley is under investigation by the US District Attorney’s office for alleged involvement in gambling activity tied to NBA games, according to a report from The Associated Press The inquiry relates to the 2023–24 season, during which Beasley played for the Milwaukee Bucks Good to know Beasley played 79 games for the Bucks..
10 months ago

OCC Under Review for Influence on Crypto Business Access

US lawmakers are taking a closer look at how banking regulators have handled crypto access, especially for legally operating businesses Recent actions by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) have raised concerns in Congress, with questions now focused on whether federal agencies indirectly pressured banks to cut ties with certain..
10 months ago

Report: Illegal Sports Streaming Fuels $67 Billion Illegal Gambling Market

Illegal sports streaming has become a driving force behind a massive $67 billion illegal online gambling market in the US, according to a recent report by Yield Sec for the Campaign for Fairer Gambling (CFG) Good to know Over 42 billion illegal sports streams were viewed by Americans in 2024 82% of these streams featured ads for..
10 months ago

Bakkt Could Fund Bitcoin Buys with $1B Shelf Offering

Bakkt Holdings is laying the groundwork to raise up to $1 billion, and the move may support future Bitcoin acquisitions The company filed a mixed securities shelf offering with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), which gives it flexibility to raise funds when needed—without filing fresh paperwork each time Good to know..
10 months ago

Founder Says The Impossible Looks Inevitable as Kalshi Hits $2 Billion Valuation

Prediction market platform Kalshi just made a big statement with its latest funding round Founder Tarek Mansour confirmed the company raised $185 million, bringing its total valuation to $2 billion The announcement came just days after rival Polymarket revealed a $200 million raise of its own, intensifying the competition between the two..
10 months ago

This Hedge Fund Giant Wonders Why He Never Bought Bitcoin

More big names in finance are starting to reconsider their stance on Bitcoin One of them is billionaire hedge fund manager Philippe Laffont In a recent CNBC interview, Laffont admitted that he has been thinking a lot more about Bitcoin and why he did not get in earlier His reflection might hint at a broader shift in how traditional investors see..
10 months ago

Polymarket Nears $200 Million Raise for $1 Billion Valuation

Blockchain-based prediction market platform Polymarket is nearing completion of a $200 million funding round that would push its total valuation to $1 billion, according to reports from Bloomberg and Reuters The platform, known for enabling users to trade on real-world event outcomes, has already secured $50 million of that total through earlier..
10 months ago

A’s Las Vegas Stadium Ceremony Marks New MLB Chapter

A new Major League Baseball stadium is on the way to the Las Vegas Strip, and although construction already started in April, a formal ceremony held Monday morning gave the public its first official look at the project The event included representatives from the Athletics (A’s), Major League Baseball, Nevada state officials, and local..
10 months ago

Sports Data Labs Secures New Patent in Japan to Expand AI-Based Betting Tools

Sports Data Labs (SDL) has been granted a new patent by the Japan Patent Office, giving the company exclusive rights to its AI-powered betting prediction system in Japan through April 2040 The patent outlines a system that transforms data collected from athletes—including humans, horses, or digital avatars—into predictive tools for sportsbooks..
10 months ago

Deleted Files Could Hold Clues in Argentina Libra Probe

Authorities investigating the Libra crypto case in Argentina are looking deeper into a device seized from cryptocurrency trader Mauricio Novelli Reports now suggest that before the drive was confiscated, Novelli deleted a number of files, which may be tied to claims about a hidden promotional video featuring President Javier Milei Good to..
10 months ago

Retail Traders Ignore Middle East Tensions and Keep Buying Crypto

Retail investors are staying the course, even as geopolitical risks increase Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev says users of the trading app have not pulled back during the latest Middle East conflict Instead, they continue to pour money into tech and crypto-related stocks—just like before Good to know Robinhood users continue to focus on..
10 months ago

Kalshi Pushes Back Against Tribal Groups in Maryland Case

The legal dispute between Kalshi and the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Commission (MLGCC) has escalated, with Kalshi now asking the court to reject a recent filing from Tribal groups The filing, an amicus brief, supports Maryland regulators and challenges Kalshi’s request for a preliminary injunction Good to know Kalshi says the..
10 months ago

SPA Authorizes More Betting Operators in Brazil

Brazil continues to grow its regulated betting market, with two more operators officially approved to offer fixed-odds sports betting The Ministry of Finance gave the green light through decisions backed by the national Secretariat of Prizes and Bets (SPA), paving the way for five new brands to enter the licensed space Good to know..
10 months ago

TRUMP Coin Team Reportedly Sold $47 Million in Crypto Before Iran Attack

Just hours before the United States military, alongside Israel, launched an attack on Iran, the team behind the TRUMP memecoin moved $47 million worth of crypto to major exchanges The timing caught attention online and has fueled plenty of speculation Good to know The TRUMP team transferred $47 million in crypto right before the Iran..
10 months ago

Drake Loses $800K Betting on Game 6 of NBA Finals, Says He Is Not Addicted

Canadian rapper Drake is once again in the spotlight for his high-stakes betting habits Ahead of the decisive Game 7 of the NBA Finals, he revealed on Instagram that he had lost $800,000 wagering on Game 6 between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers The game ended with a lopsided 108-91 loss for the Thunder, leaving Drake’s bets in the..
10 months ago

Texas Governor Signs SB21, Starts Independent Bitcoin Reserve Structure

Texas has made a clear move into Bitcoin by putting public money into it Governor Greg Abbott signed Senate Bill 21 (SB21), allowing the state to create its own Bitcoin reserve that will be managed separately from other state funds Unlike Arizona and New Hampshire, which also passed reserve laws, Texas is the first to actually commit funds and..
10 months ago

Nassim Taleb Says Gold Has Quietly Taken Over as Global Reserve

Author and economist Nassim Taleb believes the global financial system has shifted—quietly but firmly In a recent Bloomberg interview, Taleb shared his view that gold has replaced the US dollar as the true reserve asset around the world While global trade still relies on the dollar, he argues that more countries are converting back into gold..
10 months ago

Trump Says “Get it to My Desk ASAP” as Stablecoin Bill Moves Forward

US President Donald Trump has publicly urged the House of Representatives to quickly pass the GENIUS Act, a stablecoin bill aimed at establishing clear regulations for dollar-pegged digital assets Trump made his appeal just days after the Senate approved the legislation in a 68-30 vote Good to know The GENIUS Act sets strict rules for..
10 months ago
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