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.

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  • Crypto
  • Trading
  • Sports Betting

Daniel's latest articles

Coinbase Secures Regulatory Approval to Operate in Argentina

Coinbase has taken another step in its Latin American development with the official approval to extend its services in Argentina The business declared on Tuesday that the National Securities Commission (CNV) of Argentina had granted it Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) registration Coinbase may now lawfully operate and provide..
1 year ago

Binance Faces Fresh Investigation in France Over Money Laundering Allegations

Due to accusations of money laundering and drug trafficking, French authorities have opened a new investigation into Binance, the biggest cryptocurrency exchange in the world However, the business maintains that it will vigorously defend against any charges and asserts that these accusations are based on "old" issues Ongoing Scrutiny for..
1 year ago

Swinomish Tribe Partners with RSI to Launch Retail Sportsbook

At its Swinomish Casino & Lodge in Washington, the Swinomish Indian Tribal Community plans to build a new retail sportsbook A collaboration with Rush Street Interactive (RSI), the company that runs the BetRivers brand, has led to this new breakthrough The sportsbook will greatly improve the Tribe's gaming facilities and provide a large..
1 year ago

President Trump’s Visit to Circa Resort Sparks Industry Optimism

This weekend, President Donald Trump’s visit to Circa Resort and Casino in downtown Las Vegas created a buzz among gambling industry leaders Hosted by Circa co-owner Derek Stevens, the visit focused on pressing tax issues impacting the sector, particularly the need to raise the slot tax threshold and eliminate the federal excise tax on sports..
1 year ago

Binance Labs Rebrands as YZi Labs, Broadening Its Focus

The $10 billion venture capital division of the biggest cryptocurrency exchange in the world, Binance, has changed dramatically The revamped company, which is now known as YZi Labs, wants to stand out from the competition and expand beyond cryptocurrencies Expanding Beyond Blockchain In an official statement, Binance announced the rebranding of..
1 year ago

Maple Finance Introduces “Lend + Long” for Secure BTC Exposure

"Lend + Long," a ground-breaking on-chain yield product from Maple Finance, gives investors upside potential in Bitcoin without putting them at risk of downside This cutting-edge financial instrument connects traditional and decentralized finance and is suited for yield funds, corporate treasuries, and institutional investors Combining Yield..
1 year ago

Bitpanda Secures MiCA License in Germany, Strengthening Its EU Presence

Bitpanda, a prominent Austrian fintech firm, has secured a significant milestone by obtaining a Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) license The approval, granted by Germany’s Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin), positions Bitpanda as one of the first crypto firms to operate under the European Union’s unified regulatory..
1 year ago

Sky Bet Held Accountable for Illegally Profiling Problem Gambler

The gaming industry's data collecting and marketing strategies have come under scrutiny following a recent High Court decision According to Justice Collins Rice, between 2017 and 2019, Bonne Terre Ltd, doing business as Sky Betting and Gaming (SBG), illegally gathered and utilized personal information via cookies to create a claimant profile for..
1 year ago

Coinbase CEO Predicts Surge in Crypto Investments by Traditional Finance Players

According to Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong, the crypto business is poised for significant expansion, propelled by a surge in investments from traditional finance (TradFi) institutions Armstrong posted his thoughts on social networking site X after talks at the World Economic Forum in Switzerland, emphasizing how big businesses are becoming more..
1 year ago

North Dakota Lawmakers Say No to Sports Betting Ballot

North Dakota legislators have rejected a proposal to let voters decide on legalizing sports betting in the state The state House of Representatives voted 70-24 against House Concurrent Resolution 3002, which aimed to place the measure on the 2026 general election ballot Lawmakers opposing the resolution cited the risks of gambling addiction and..
1 year ago

French Police Rescue Ledger Co-Founder and Wife in Ransom Case

French authorities successfully rescued David Balland, co-founder of Ledger, and his wife after they were kidnapped earlier this week in a ransom plot targeting the hardware wallet firm The police operation highlighted swift action and coordination, resulting in the safe recovery of both victims and the arrest of multiple suspects Details of the..
1 year ago

New Program Aims to Teach Student-Athletes About Gambling Risks

The Responsible Gaming Council (RGC) has teamed up with the NFL to launch a gambling education program specifically designed for university and college student-athletes in Canada The initiative aims to provide these athletes with the tools and knowledge to make informed decisions about gambling while understanding the risks involved The program..
1 year ago

Michigan Gaming Board Cracks Down on MyBookie.ag Operations

The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has issued a cease-and-desist order to MyBookieag, operated by Curaçao-based Duranbah Limited NV, following an investigation into its operations The board found the site violated multiple Michigan gambling laws, including the Michigan Penal Code, the Lawful Internet Gaming Act, and the Michigan Gaming..
1 year ago

Staking on Algorand Now Live with Unique Features

The Algorand blockchain has introduced staking rewards for its validators following a recent consensus mechanism upgrade The Algorand Foundation confirmed that validators now earn "block rewards" in real time for successfully proposing blocks on the Layer-1 blockchain Starting at 10 ALGO per block, these rewards will decrease by 1% every million..
1 year ago

Taiwan FSC to Introduce Draft Law for Stablecoin Issuance by Banks

In order to enable local banks to issue stablecoins linked to the new Taiwan currency, the Taiwan Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC) intends to release a draft law in June 2025 The goal of this project is to encourage the usage of stablecoins in the financial ecosystem while developing a strong framework for virtual asset service providers..
1 year ago

Connecticut Moves to Revamp Sports Betting with New Legislative Proposals

Significant action is being taken by Connecticut to influence the direction of its sports betting sector Following the legalization of retail and mobile sports betting in 2021, a number of legislation have been presented to the state assembly with the intention of establishing new guidelines These proposals aim to improve the customer experience..
1 year ago

New Hampshire’s Sports Betting Results for December Show Strong Mobile Performance

According to the New Hampshire Lottery's December sports betting stats, the handle for the month was $808 million The total decreased by almost $7 million when compared to November's performance, even if this is a roughly $2 million rise from December of the prior year Mobile Betting Dominates the Market Mobile sports betting led the way,..
1 year ago

EU Mandates Delisting of Non-Compliant Stablecoins by 2025

Crypto companies have been instructed by the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the securities watchdog of the European Union, to eliminate non-compliant stablecoins by the end of Q1 2025 This action is a component of the EU's Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) comprehensive regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies Stablecoins are..
1 year ago

Coinbase Challenges SEC’s Classification of Crypto as Securities

The legal dispute between Coinbase, the biggest cryptocurrency exchange in the United States, and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has intensified To find out if cryptocurrency transactions on its platform are governed by federal securities laws, the company has filed a petition with the US Court of Appeals for the Second..
1 year ago

Hong Kong Set to Issue New Crypto Trading Licenses in Early 2025

After a thorough evaluation process, Hong Kong regulators are getting ready to issue new licenses for bitcoin trading platforms The region's dedication to regulating and supporting the cryptocurrency business is demonstrated by this endeavor The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission's (SFC) Executive Director of the Intermediary..
1 year ago
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