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

Coinbase Unveils COIN50 Index to Monitor Leading 50 Crypto Assets

Coinbase, a leading US-based cryptocurrency exchange, has launched a new benchmark tool to monitor the digital assets market Known as the Coinbase 50 Index (COIN50), this regulated index tracks the performance of the top 50 cryptocurrencies on the platform, offering a fresh way to assess market trends A Comprehensive Market Tracker The COIN50..
1 year ago

Quantoz to Launch MiCAR-Compliant Stablecoins for Euro and Dollar Transactions

In accordance with the EU's new Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCAR), Dutch fintech company Quantoz Payments plans to launch stablecoins based on the euro and US dollar In accordance with regulatory requirements, this action seeks to improve payment accessibility and efficiency across markets Stablecoins Backed by Fiat and Trust Quantoz..
1 year ago

Japanese Firm Metaplanet Plans $11.3M Bitcoin Purchase via Bond Issue

The Tokyo Stock Exchange-listed Japanese business Metaplanet has revealed plans to sell off debt in order to bolster its Bitcoin (BTC) holdings Metaplanet hopes to use this move as a hedge against economic risks, following in the footsteps of MicroStrategy, a US-based business analytics firm renowned for its aggressive Bitcoin approach The..
1 year ago

Gary Gensler Reportedly Set to Resign as SEC Chair Before End of Term

Gary Gensler, Chair of the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), is reportedly planning to step down before his term ends According to Fox Business reporter Eleanor Terret, Gensler is expected to resign prior to the January inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump, despite his term running until 2026 Terret shared that "chatter in DC..
1 year ago

Michael Saylor Predicts Bitcoin Surge as Microstrategy Expands Investments

Michael Saylor, Executive Chairman of Microstrategy (Nasdaq: MSTR), shared his bullish outlook on bitcoin and the cryptocurrency industry in a recent CNBC interview Highlighting a combination of political shifts and growing Wall Street involvement, Saylor expressed optimism about BTC’s trajectory “We’re also getting a lot of very..
1 year ago

18 US States Sue SEC Chair Over Cryptocurrency Regulation

A coalition of 18 US states, including Texas, Ohio, and Kentucky, has filed a lawsuit against the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and its chair, Gary Gensler The lawsuit accuses the SEC of overstepping its authority in regulating the cryptocurrency industry, bypassing Congress, and infringing on states’ rights to oversee financial..
1 year ago

Kansas Sports Betting Reaches $275.9 Million in October

Kansas players wagered a total of $2759 million on sports in October, according to the latest report from the Kansas Lottery The state’s sports betting handle continues to grow, with retail and online bets contributing to the monthly total Retail sports betting accounted for $96 million of October’s total handle, while online wagers brought..
1 year ago

Ohio Senator Calls for Return to Original Sports Betting Tax of 10%

Ohio Senator Niraj Antani is pushing for a major change to the state’s sports betting tax Senate Bill 190, introduced by Antani, proposes cutting the tax rate from 20% to 10%, returning it to the original rate set when sports betting became legal in Ohio nearly two years ago The state increased the tax on sports betting last year, but Antani..
1 year ago

Crypto Influencer Kevin Mirshahi Found Dead After Months-Long Investigation in Montreal

Montreal police have confirmed the tragic discovery of crypto influencer Kevin Mirshahi’s body in the Île-de-la-Visitation park on October 30 According to the Montreal Gazette, Mirshahi’s disappearance dates back to June 21 when he was abducted along with three others from a condominium in Montreal Although the other three victims were..
1 year ago

Robinhood Expands Its Crypto Offerings with New Tokens

Robinhood, a retail trading platform, has added four new digital assets to its portfolio, further diversifying its cryptocurrency offerings The inclusion of Solana (SOL), Cardano (ADA), memecoin Pepe (PEPE), and XRP was just revealed by the firm Together with Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Dogecoin (DOGE), Chainlink (LINK), Avalanche (AVAX), and..
1 year ago

Bitcoin Hits New All-Time High, Reaches $93,481

Bitcoin (BTC) has shattered records today, reaching an all-time high of $93,481 This impressive surge marks a significant milestone for the digital asset, with BTC gaining 7% in just 24 hours and 25% over the past week As a result, its market capitalization has skyrocketed to $183 trillion, solidifying bitcoin’s dominant role in the broader..
1 year ago

North Carolina Sees Strong Sports Betting Results in October

The North Carolina State Lottery Commission recently released October 2024 sports betting figures, highlighting over $612 million in wagers placed by state bettors This substantial increase, nearly $35 million more than September, underscores the strong engagement from players since sports betting became legal in March Winnings, Revenue, and..
1 year ago

Maryland Sports Betting Surges with Record-Breaking October Handle

In October 2024, Maryland Lottery and Gaming revealed that their sports betting business had achieved remarkable achievements, setting a new handle of $5931 million Since sports betting began, Maryland has had the greatest single-month handle, which demonstrates the market's notable expansion over the previous 12 months Record Handle and Rising..
1 year ago

Revolut Expands Revolut X Crypto Exchange Across Europe

Revolut X, a stand-alone cryptocurrency trading app, is now available to users across the European Union, according to London-based digital banking behemoth Revolut Revolut X, which was first released in the UK in May, caters to experienced cryptocurrency traders by providing a wide range of capabilities beyond the basic buy-and-sell choices found..
1 year ago

Crypto-Friendly Candidates Surge in U.S. Congressional Elections, Bolstering Industry Support

With more than 250 candidates from both major parties making it to the next legislature, preliminary results from the US Congressional elections show a notable movement towards representation that is pro-cryptocurrency This is a significant uptick in backing for the digital asset market, a development that may change US cryptocurrency..
1 year ago

Italy Considers Adjusting Proposed Crypto Tax Hike to 28% to Support Sector Growth

The Italian government is reevaluating its proposal to raise cryptocurrency transaction taxes by a substantial amount, originally set at 42% Officials are now thinking about lowering the suggested rate to 28% instead, which is thought to be more advantageous for Italy's rapidly growing digital asset market This reexamination attempts to balance..
1 year ago

Bitso Launches Lightning Network for 8 Million Users Across Latin America

Bitso, a well-known cryptocurrency exchange in South America, has integrated Bitcoin's Lightning Network, allowing for quicker and more affordable transactions for all customers, Lightspark said on November 12 As Bitcoin's popularity continues to grow, particularly in light of its recent price spike to around $89,894, which represents a 28% gain..
1 year ago

Genius Sports Sees Growth with Strong Q3 Earnings, Raises Full-Year Outlook

With $120 million in revenue and an unexpected profit of $005 per share, Genius Sports' third-quarter 2024 results exceeded Wall Street's expectations Early Tuesday on the New York Stock Exchange, the company's shares surged 20% as a result of this outstanding performance, reaching their highest level since November 2021 at $966 Sales at the..
1 year ago

Maryland Sports Betting Reaches New High with Record October Totals

In October 2024, Maryland's sports betting market produced over $593 million in wagers, demonstrating remarkable results According to Maryland Lottery and Gaming, the state contributed a substantial $7 million during this record-breaking month The sports betting market has grown quickly since it was made legal in June 2021 Residents of Maryland..
1 year ago

Louisiana Eyes Tax Hike on Sports Betting as HB22 Targets Operators and Promotions

Louisiana is considering a significant change to its online sports betting tax structure A new bill, HB22, introduced by Republican Representative Wilder, proposes increasing the state’s gross gaming revenue (GGR) tax on online sports betting If passed, the tax rate would rise to 15%, aligning Louisiana with New York for the highest rate in the..
1 year ago
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