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

Robinhood Crypto Expands Services to Spain as Part of European Growth Strategy

Users may now trade, stake, and invest in cryptocurrencies directly on Robinhood Crypto's platform thanks to its expansion into Spain This action is in line with Robinhood's overarching goal to increase its presence throughout the EU In late 2023, Robinhood's European expansion accelerated with the addition of new features catered to local..
1 year ago

Circle Expands Tokenized Offerings with Hashnote Acquisition and Key Partnerships

The second-largest stablecoin in the cryptocurrency market, USDC, is issued by Circle, which has made significant advancements to improve institutional liquidity and tokenized product accessibility These projects seek to connect the dynamic potential of blockchain technology with conventional financial procedures Acquisition of Hashnote for..
1 year ago

The Next Chapter of Capitalism? Brian Armstrong Makes the Case for Crypto

Brian Armstrong, CEO of Coinbase, sees a future in which bitcoin propels a new era of economic liberty In his remarks on platform X, Armstrong emphasized the deterioration of economic freedom around the world, especially in the United States, where economic repression has reduced living standards and made many people feel as though the American..
1 year ago

US Banks Ready for Crypto Payments Pending Regulatory Approval, Says Bank of America CEO

Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan has revealed that US banks are prepared to offer cryptocurrency payment services, provided federal regulators approve the move Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Moynihan emphasized the banking sector’s readiness to integrate crypto into daily transactions “If the rules come in and..
1 year ago

Jeremy Allaire Pressures Trump to End SEC Rule Limiting Bank Crypto Holdings

Jeremy Allaire, the CEO of Circle, has criticized an SEC rule that he says discourages banks and businesses from embracing cryptocurrency He attacked Staff Accounting Bulletin 121 in a Reuters interview, claiming that it places financial strain on organizations that own digital assets The rule requires banks to classify cryptocurrencies as..
1 year ago

CryptoQuant CEO Discusses the Value Behind Trump’s New Memecoin

The Official Trump (TRUMP) memecoin's introduction has generated a lot of curiosity in the cryptocurrency market The coin, which made its debut on Friday, swiftly rose to rank among the top 30 cryptocurrencies by market capitalization, underscoring the expanding trend of assets driven by memes The CEO of the digital asset analytics company..
1 year ago

Tennessee Closes 2024 with Strong Sports Betting Growth

Tennessee’s sports betting market ended 2024 on a high note, with December wagers reaching $5727 million This reflected a 158% increase compared to December 2023's $4951 million, though it remained 43% below the record $5986 million posted in November After adjustments totaling $29 million, the gross sports betting handle for December stood..
1 year ago

Maryland Governor Proposes Sports Betting Tax Hike to 30%

Wes Moore, the governor of Maryland, has proposed a bold plan to raise the state's sports betting tax rate from 15% to 30% As a component of his larger budget proposal, this action aims to bring Maryland into line with its neighbors while increasing state revenue to fund a range of public initiatives Aligning with Neighboring States According to..
1 year ago

Survey Shows 50% of Americans Trading Gold for Bitcoin

Known as "digital gold," Bitcoin is still becoming more and more popular in the United States According to a new study by ChainPlay and Storible, more Americans are choosing Bitcoin as an investment option over conventional gold 1,428 Americans participated in the study, which offers information on bitcoin adoption and its place in financial..
1 year ago

December Sports Betting Handle Nears $66 Million in DC

Sports betting activity in the District of Columbia saw a strong performance in December, with the total handle approaching $66 million Players enjoyed notable wins, taking home over $61 million in payouts during the month The District has continued to expand its sports betting market since legalizing it in 2020 Initially, mobile sports betting..
1 year ago

FanDuel Expands to Puerto Rico with New Sportsbook and Retail Location

In Puerto Rico, FanDuel has formally opened its sportsbook, becoming the 24th state or territory to provide the service In addition to a new retail sportsbook site in San Juan, where Cage Sports' office is situated, this development follows a cooperation with Cage Puerto Rico II (Cage Sports) With the launch, Puerto Ricans who are at least..
1 year ago

Coinbase Introduces Bitcoin-Backed Loan Program for US Clients

A Bitcoin-backed loan scheme has been announced by Coinbase, the biggest cryptocurrency exchange in the US based on trade volume In keeping with Coinbase's mission to advance financial services onchain, this new effort enables customers to borrow USDC without having to sell their Bitcoin holdings New Loan Program Details In an announcement on X,..
1 year ago

Ctrl Wallet Seeks Acquisition to Accelerate Growth

In order to expand its business, Ctrl Wallet, a top supplier of digital wallets with self-custody, is aggressively looking into acquisition possibilities The CEO and founder of the company, Emile Dubie, announced the news and called it "one of the toughest choices" to make Ctrl Wallet, formerly known as XDEFI, has advanced significantly in the..
1 year ago

Maryland Cracks Down on Illegal Sweepstakes and Offshore Betting Sites

Maryland has stepped up its attempts to eradicate illegal gaming companies, focusing on offshore betting sites as well as sweepstakes games Eleven unlawful operators received cease-and-desist letters from Maryland Lottery and Gaming, the state's gaming regulator, in an effort to limit their access to locals Focus on Sweepstakes and Offshore..
1 year ago

PENN Entertainment Partners with Monumental Sports to Bring ESPN BET to Washington, D.C.

By signing a significant contract with Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE), PENN Entertainment has made it possible for its subsidiary, PENN Sports Interactive, to provide ESPN BET online market access in Washington, DC Both sides will benefit greatly from this collaboration, particularly as it makes ESPN BET the official sports betting..
1 year ago

NCAA Study Highlights Changes in Sports Betting Behavior Among Student-Athletes

According to a recent NCAA research, which examines the gambling habits of more than 20,000 student-athletes, education-based programs that encourage responsible sports betting have shown success This latest study, part of ongoing research since 2004, provides valuable insights into how education is helping shift gambling behaviors among..
1 year ago

Yggdrasil Joins Forces with Aristocrat Interactive to Expand in North America

By partnering with Aristocrat Interactive, the online real money gaming (RMG) branch of Aristocrat, Yggdrasil has made a big step in growing its presence in North America Through this partnership, Aristocrat Interactive is given the only authority to distribute Yggdrasil's content in Ontario and the United States Through Ignite, its studio..
1 year ago

Franklin Templeton Sees AI and Crypto Collaboration Growing

AI agents and the bitcoin ecosystem are expected to become more integrated, according to Franklin Templeton, a pioneer in financial services worldwide The company emphasizes the ways in which these technologies are developing and the opportunities for industry-wide innovation they present The Rise of AI Agents in Crypto Franklin Templeton..
1 year ago

Tether Sues Swan Bitcoin Over Alleged Breach in Mining Partnership

Swan Bitcoin is being sued by Tether, a well-known stablecoin issuer, in the High Court of England and Wales Alleged contract violations involving their joint Bitcoin mining company, 2040 Energy, are the basis for the case The dispute centers on 2040 Energy, a 2022-founded Bitcoin mining company Swan Bitcoin is in charge of the remaining 20% of..
1 year ago

UK Central Bank Opens Digital Pound Labs to Explore CBDC Potential

The Bank of England (BoE) has launched the “Digital Pound Labs” to explore the feasibility of a central bank digital currency (CBDC) Announced on January 14, this initiative aims to foster collaboration between government entities and private financial sector participants, focusing on potential use cases, business models, and..
1 year ago
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