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


Is StablR the Key to Tether’s European Stablecoin Strategy?

Tether, a global leader in the stablecoin market, has invested in StablR, a European stablecoin provider focused on institutions and merchants This partnership aims to accelerate the adoption of stablecoins in Europe by offering compliant and flexible liquidity solutions The European stablecoin market, currently valued at nearly $400 million..
1 year ago

Jerome Powell Rejects Federal Reserve Ownership of Bitcoin

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has reaffirmed the central bank’s position on Bitcoin reserves, stating that US laws prohibit the Federal Reserve from owning Bitcoin Speaking at a post-Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) conference following the announcement of a 25 basis point interest rate cut, Powell clarified that the Federal Reserve is..
1 year ago

One-Fifth of US Voters Have Dabbled in Crypto, Latest Survey Reveals

A recent Emerson College poll reveals that nearly one in five registered US voters—19%—have engaged with cryptocurrency This includes investing, trading, or using it for transactions Conducted between December 11 and 13 with 1,000 participants, the survey also found that 40% of crypto users made purchases using digital currencies Spencer..
1 year ago

Binance Launches Alpha to Spotlight Promising Crypto Projects

The biggest cryptocurrency exchange in the world based on trade volume, Binance, is introducing a novel feature that will highlight promising, early-stage blockchain startups This new platform, called Binance Alpha, is part of the Binance Wallet and is designed to increase the visibility of Web3 ecosystem businesses that have a lot of..
1 year ago

Vermont Reports $18.4 Million Sports Betting Handle in November

The Department of Liquor and Lottery in Vermont has released its November sports wagering statistics, which indicate a remarkable handle of more than $184 million The popularity of various sports, player behavior trends, and the effects of out-of-state participation are all highlighted in the research In November, almost 801,000 wagers, with an..
1 year ago

bet365’s 2025 Report Highlights Surge in Women’s Sports and Personalized Betting Trends

bet365 has unveiled its 2025 Annual Sports Betting Report, showcasing remarkable growth in women’s sports, rising interest in player-specific betting, and expanding market activity across regulated regions Women’s sports experienced a significant surge, with global WNBA wagers increasing by an impressive 67% This growth is largely..
1 year ago

India Highlights Global Cooperation as Key to Regulating Virtual Digital Assets

The Indian government has made it clear that there is no defined timeframe for enacting thorough laws pertaining to virtual digital assets (VDAs) The remark was made in response to questions regarding the government's efforts to create a formal regulatory framework for cryptocurrency assets that were posed in the Lok Sabha Global Cooperation..
1 year ago

Sweden Officially Joins Macolin Convention to Tackle Match-Fixing

In an effort to prevent match-fixing and preserve the integrity of sports, Sweden has formally declared its intention to ratify the Macolin Convention This action comes after the nation first announced its support for the plan in October of last year, when a number of ministries did the same Strengthening International Cooperation By ratifying..
1 year ago

Institutional Investors Flood Crypto with Record $3.2 Billion in Weekly Inflows

CoinShares, a leading digital asset manager, reported a significant surge in institutional investment in cryptocurrencies According to its latest Digital Asset Fund Flows report, institutional products saw a record $32 billion in inflows last week alone This marks the 10th consecutive week of positive inflows, with total investments reaching a..
1 year ago

Bitcoin Reaches New All-Time High Above $107,000 Amid Strong Institutional Buying

Bitcoin has surged past a major milestone, hitting a new all-time high of over $107,062 This remarkable achievement comes just after reclaiming the psychological $100,000 level, a key threshold for the cryptocurrency On December 5, 2024, Bitcoin crossed the $104,000 mark, but after a brief dip, it climbed again, breaking its previous record by..
1 year ago

Nearly 800 Arrested in Nigeria’s Crackdown on International Crypto Scam

In a major operation, Nigeria’s anti-corruption agency, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has uncovered a massive crypto romance scam in Lagos On December 10, the EFCC raided a building suspected of being a hub for the scam, arresting 792 individuals in connection with the fraudulent activity International Involvement in the..
1 year ago

PrizePicks Opens New Headquarters in Atlanta’s Star Metals District

Daily fantasy sports (DFS) company PrizePicks celebrated its move to a new headquarters in Atlanta with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday Georgia Governor Brian Kemp attended the event, calling the expansion a win for Georgia’s economy The new 33,000-square-foot office is located in the Star Metals high-rise in West Midtown, a premier..
1 year ago

South Korea Urged to Accelerate Crypto Market Institutionalization

The South Korean Stock Exchange's chairman, Jeong Eun-bo, has emphasized how urgently the country must institutionalize its bitcoin industry He cautioned that if there are any delays, the country may fall behind other countries that have already put in place extensive laws Institutionalization Key to Competitiveness In a recent interview with..
1 year ago

Indiana’s Sports Betting Hits Record $614.3 Million in November Handle

In November, the sports betting market in Indiana hit a record-breaking $6143 million in handle- This 14% increase over October's $5379 million highlights the industry's robust growth The revenue shattered the $500 million barrier earlier this year The adjusted income for November was an astounding $685 million, nearly twice as much as the $35..
1 year ago

Gaming Industry Anticipates Favorable Landscape Under Trump Administration

The gambling sector expects significant gains as the new Trump government promises a business-friendly environment This view was reaffirmed during a panel discussion at Friday's National Council of Legislators from Gaming States (NCLGS) convention Republican control of Congress and Donald Trump's victory indicate a lax approach to federal..
1 year ago

November Sports Betting Handle in Delaware Triples Last Year’s Total

Delaware players placed $263 million in sports wagers in November, nearly tripling the handle reported during the same month in 2023 The state’s latest sports lottery report highlights continued growth in sports betting activity Players purchased close to 14 million tickets last month and took home $22 million in winnings The state’s net..
1 year ago

DC Sports Betting Grows with Record-Breaking November Handle

Washington DC set another sports betting record in November, with a handle of $682 million This marked the district’s highest monthly figure to date, surpassing October’s record by 36% The District of Columbia Office of Lottery and Gaming confirmed the numbers, reflecting growing interest in sports wagering Compared to November last year,..
1 year ago

Tennessee Sports Betting Sets New Records in November

Tennessee’s sports betting market saw another impressive month in November, as gross wagers hit a new record of $5986 million This figure marks a 161% increase over November 2023 and an 86% rise from the previous all-time high set in October According to data from the Tennessee Sports Wagering Council, November's handle surpassed expectations,..
1 year ago

Trump Rings NYSE Bell, Highlights Bold Plans for Cryptocurrency Leadership

As a show of his resolve to boost the American economy, President-elect Donald Trump rang the opening bell to begin Thursday's trading day at the New York Stock Exchange In an interview with Jim Cramer, host of CNBC's Mad Money, after the event, he discussed his strategic economic goals Embracing Cryptocurrency for Economic Leadership During the..
1 year ago

Australia Proposes Stricter Regulations for Crypto Industry to Tackle Financial Crimes

The bitcoin business and other high-risk industries are the focus of Australia's plan to strengthen Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing (AML/CTF) laws The Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Center (AUSTRAC) is leading the effort to develop the proposed framework, which expands upon the AML/CTF Act's recent modifications..
1 year ago