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


India Cracks Down on RSN Crypto Scam, Arrests Three Suspects

Indian authorities have arrested three individuals in connection with the RSN Crypto scam, a fraudulent investment scheme that tricked over 2,000 victims with false promises of high returns Law enforcement in Assam uncovered the scam, which reportedly amassed between ₹10-20 crore ($114-229 million) by deceiving investors through a fake online..
1 year ago

Former Bank of England Economist Criticizes Digital Pound Initiative

Former Bank of England (BoE) economist Neil Record has criticized the digital pound project, arguing that it has low consumer demand and provides no tangible benefits He called the endeavor a "costly, useless project" that solely serves the central bank's financial interests in a piece published in The Telegraph One of the main drivers of the..
1 year ago

Fresno State Players Under Investigation for Fantasy Sports Betting

Two former men's basketball players from Fresno State are being investigated for using daily fantasy sports (DFS) websites to wager on their own in-game performances Mykell Robinson and Jalen Weaver are being investigated for possible infractions by the NCAA and the school, according to an ESPN report Weaver, who was recently cut off the team's..
1 year ago

Raoul Pal Predicts Extended Crypto Bull Run, Foresees Market Surge Into 2026

Raoul Pal, CEO of Real Vision and former Goldman Sachs executive, believes the crypto bull market could continue well beyond expectations In his latest video update to 211,000 YouTube subscribers, he explains that the market is currently in a temporary correction but will soon enter another period of rapid price acceleration Pal refers to this..
1 year ago

MetaMask Expands Support to Bitcoin and Solana, Boosting Web3 Accessibility

The popular Ethereum-focused cryptocurrency wallet MetaMask is about to integrate Bitcoin (BTC) and Solana (SOL) to increase its functionality According to Consensys, the wallet's developer, Solana support—its first integration with a non-Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM)—will launch in May In Q3, Bitcoin support is anticipated to follow Users..
1 year ago

Ex-SEC Official Predicts Ripple Appeal Withdrawal Is Inevitable

Former SEC officer John Reed Stark claims that the agency is getting ready to withdraw from its legal battle with Ripple According to Stark, who oversaw the SEC's Office of Internet Enforcement for eleven years, the agency will withdraw its appeal, which would represent a dramatic change in the way that cryptocurrency is regulated A Turning Point..
1 year ago

Georgia Sports Betting Bill Fails to Move Forward

A proposal to legalize sports betting in Georgia will not move forward, according to a report from Fox 5 Senate Resolution 131, which aimed to regulate both online and in-person sports wagering with a 20% tax, failed to pass the State Senate’s Regulated Industries and Utilities Committee The bill’s sponsor, Senator Carden Summers, had..
1 year ago

New Orleans Basketball Players Under Investigation for NCAA Gambling Violations

Four basketball players for the New Orleans Privateers have been suspended indefinitely as they are investigated for possible sports gambling infractions James White, Jah Short, Dae Dae Hunter, and Jamond Vincent are still out of commission, according to an unidentified person with knowledge of the case who spoke to local media Since the team's..
1 year ago

PayPal Expands PYUSD Integration for Business Payments

PayPal is ramping up efforts to expand the use of its US-dollar-backed stablecoin, PYUSD, by integrating it into multiple products The company aims to drive adoption among its vast network of merchants, making stablecoin transactions more accessible for businesses According to Bloomberg, PayPal plans to introduce PYUSD into its upcoming bill-pay..
1 year ago

Bybit Resumes Services in India After Securing Regulatory Approval

Bybit, a cryptocurrency exchange, has been able to completely resume operations in India after successfully registering with Indian authorities The company declared on February 25 that although new user onboarding would eventually resume, current users could continue trading "We are thrilled to share some great news with our Indian users Bybit is..
1 year ago

Crypto Analyst Pentoshi Predicts Altcoin Boom of 2017-2021 Won’t Repeat

Pentoshi, a renowned cryptocurrency analyst, has voiced skepticism about altcoins going through another explosive surge similar to the 2017–2021 cycle He expressed his viewpoint to his 858,600 followers on X, saying that the likelihood of significant price spikes has decreased due to the substantial growth of the cryptocurrency market “Well..
1 year ago

Betsson Expands in Latin America with Brazil Online Gaming License

In Brazil, Betsson has formally obtained a license to run an online casino and sportsbook The corporation can now access a wider audience in the newly regulated market thanks to the approval, which went into effect on February 25, 2025 With licenses already in place in Argentina, Peru, and Colombia, this most recent approval expands Betsson's..
1 year ago

Memecoins Lose Momentum as Crypto Industry Seeks a New Narrative

As memecoins lose popularity, Bitwise Chief Investment Officer Matt Hougan said, the cryptocurrency sector might require a new focal point Hougan raised concerns about North Korean hacker outfit Lazarus utilizing memecoins to launder stolen assets in an interview with cryptocurrency influencer Scott Melker "That [Lazarus] attempted to launder..
1 year ago

Louisiana Sports Betting Revenue Reached $383 Million in January

Louisiana sportsbooks handled nearly $383 million in bets during January, according to the latest report from the Louisiana Gaming Control Board Online betting accounted for the majority of activity, reaching $355 million, while retail locations handled $28 million Compared to the previous year, online sports betting increased by 117% Retail..
1 year ago

Bitcoin Falls Below $90K Amid ETF Sell-Offs

Bitcoin’s price dipped under $90,000 for the first time since November 2024, triggering concerns about further declines The drop comes amid continuous sell-offs in US spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), with investors pulling out substantial amounts over the past week Heavy ETF Outflows Fuel Bitcoin Decline Bitcoin BTC $88,951 hit a..
1 year ago

Sports Betting Gains Support in Hawaii as Casino Measure Fails

With the passage of House Bill 1308 (HB 1308) last week, Hawaii came a step closer to allowing sports betting The bill received unanimous support from the Economic Development and Technology Committee before being adopted by the House Judiciary and Hawaiian Affairs Committee by a 6-4 vote The bill now moves on to the Committee on Finance, where..
1 year ago

Missouri Sports Betting Launch Faces Delay After Emergency Rule Rejection

Missouri’s plan to roll out legal sports betting has hit a roadblock Secretary of State Denny Hoskins rejected the Missouri Gaming Commission’s (MGC) emergency rulemaking request, delaying the expected June 2025 launch Now, the process must follow the traditional regulatory timeline, pushing the start date to late summer or fall Hoskins..
1 year ago

Bybit Offers Massive Bounty to Recover Stolen Crypto in Record-Breaking Hack

A significant reward is being offered by Bybit, a well-known cryptocurrency exchange with headquarters in Singapore, to aid in the recovery of money that was taken in a recent, extensive hack To help identify the attackers and recover the stolen assets, the company is enlisting the help of blockchain and cybersecurity specialists Hackers were..
1 year ago

Georgia Introduces Second Bitcoin Reserve Bill with No Investment Cap

Ten days after the initial proposal, Georgia lawmakers have introduced a second Bitcoin reserve measure Senate Bill 228 (SB 228) would provide the state treasurer unrestricted access to Bitcoin investments if it were approved The Georgia State Treasury Department is also required under the bill to create its own guidelines for the "acceptance,..
1 year ago

Mike Novogratz Calls for Action Against North Korean Hacker Group Lazarus

World leaders are being urged by billionaire Mike Novogratz to act decisively against Lazarus, the North Korean hacking collective responsible for a huge cyber crime One of the biggest thefts in history occurred when the group took $14 billion worth of Ethereum (ETH) from Bybit's cold wallet Galaxy Digital CEO Novogratz commended Bybit's breach..
1 year ago