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 Weighs Ban on Cryptocurrencies in Favor of Digital Rupee

As authorities concentrate on advancing the digital rupee, India is getting closer to outlawing private cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ether Concerns about the dangers of private cryptocurrencies have led the government to discuss with a number of organizations and authorities Push for Digital Rupee Gains Momentum On October 22, the Hindustan..
2 years ago

MGM and Marriott Collaborate for W Las Vegas Launch

W Las Vegas is on the verge of rebranding itself as part of the W Hotels portfolio under Marriott Bonvoy This exciting development comes after a strategic agreement between MGM Resorts International and Marriott International The transition is expected to complete by the end of this year In July 2023, MGM Resorts and Marriott signed a long-term..
2 years ago

Delaware Park Casino Launches $5M Outdoor Slot Patio Project

With the development of a new $5 million outdoor slot patio, scheduled to open in the spring of 2025, Delaware Park Casino is planning to increase the scope of its offers This comes after the casino's interior had a major $10 million makeover earlier this year Comfort and excitement are prioritized while the outside area seeks to improve the..
2 years ago

Ellis Island Casino Unveils Expansion Plans While Pursuing Formula 1 Legal Action

The family-run Ellis Island Casino, Hotel & Brewery in Las Vegas is getting ready for a significant property improvement even though it is named in a lawsuit against the Formula One Group Amidst legal hurdles, the owners hope to modernize the facility and increase its appeal to tourists Casino's Largest Expansion Yet Ellis Island is about to..
2 years ago

Elon Musk Discusses XRP and Crypto’s Role in Financial Freedom

Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, discussed his views on cryptocurrencies, especially their ability to uphold human freedom, at a town hall gathering in Pittsburgh Musk recognized the value of digital currencies like XRP in resisting centralized control in the face of increasing regulatory scrutiny Supporters of XRP responded favorably to..
2 years ago

Japanese Authorities Arrest 18 in Monero Scam Investigation

A coordinated effort by Japanese law enforcement has led to the arrest of 18 individuals involved in a large-scale scam using the cryptocurrency Monero (XMR) The National Police Agency and a special task force from nine prefectural police departments were key players in uncovering this operation According to reports, the suspects allegedly..
2 years ago

NBA and Major Sportsbooks Agree to Halt Prop Bets on Certain Players

Leading sportsbooks and the NBA have come to an agreement for the NBA to stop taking proposition bets on individual league players The NBA's new policy reportedly has an impact on well-known operators like FanDuel, DraftKings, and BetMGM, according to a report by The Athletic Sportsbooks will no longer place "under" wagers on players with two-way..
2 years ago

Louisiana Sees Major Growth in September Sports Betting Revenue

The sports betting revenue data for September, which were made public by the Louisiana Gaming Control Board, indicate a notable increase in both online and retail channels The state reported $351 million in wagers for the month, representing a roughly 30% increase in activity over the previous year With a total handle of $320 million, up 286%..
2 years ago

Minneapolis Fed Advocates for Bitcoin Ban or Tax to Control Deficits

In order to control ongoing primary deficits, countries should either outlaw Bitcoin or tax it, according to a recent report from the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis Researchers Amol Amol and Erzo GJ Luttmer contend in their working paper that Bitcoin presents a threat to government spending plans and fiscal policy, as was reported on October..
2 years ago

NBA Educates Players on Sports Betting to Clarify Rules and Responsibilities

The NBA is taking significant strides to establish a balance between embracing sports betting and preserving the integrity of the game As reported by AP, as one of the first American professional sports leagues to step into this realm, the NBA has set guidelines and educational programs to inform players, coaches, and league staff about the..
2 years ago

SEC Approves Bitcoin ETF Options for Major US Exchanges

Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) for Bitcoin (BTC) options have received official approval from the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for two major US exchanges With this move, investors now have more options in the cryptocurrency space, which is a huge step The SEC has officially announced that it has given the go-ahead for options..
2 years ago

Survey Shows 26M US Voters Prioritize Crypto in 2024 Presidential Race

A recent survey conducted by The Digital Chamber reveals that cryptocurrency policies are becoming a crucial factor in determining voters’ choices in the upcoming 2024 US presidential election The survey shows that one in seven US voters considers a candidate’s stance on crypto as a key issue, potentially influencing the election..
2 years ago

New York Surpasses $2 Billion in Sports Betting Handle for September

The New York State Gaming Commission announced in September that handling amounts for mobile sports betting had surpassed $2 billion, marking a new record This is the first time the state has exceeded this threshold since the fiscal year started in April With a total handling of $207 billion for September, New York saw a notable increase of..
2 years ago

Mississippi Reports $51.7M Sports Betting Handle for September

In its September sports betting report, the Mississippi Gaming Commission disclosed a $517 million total handle With the largest percentage of wagers, bettors in the Coastal region led the way, followed by those in the Central region When the figures are broken down, the coastal region of Mississippi accounts for the largest portion of the..
2 years ago

North America Sees $1.3 Trillion Crypto Boom, Led by Blackrock

While North America continues to dominate the global cryptocurrency market, cryptocurrency is beginning to find a place in mainstream finance According to a Chainalysis research, the region received $13 trillion in onchain value between July 2023 and June 2024 Significant institutional investors like Fidelity, Blackrock, and Goldman Sachs are..
2 years ago

New Wrapped Bitcoin Token (kBTC) Released by Kraken for Cross-Network Use

Kraken, the second-largest US-based crypto exchange, has launched a new token called Kraken Wrapped Bitcoin (kBTC) This ERC-20 token is fully backed by Bitcoin, offering a 1:1 peg with BTC The exchange is introducing kBTC to broaden Bitcoin's use across decentralized applications (dApps) and other networks Expanding Bitcoin’s Reach Through..
2 years ago

Top Sport Faces €15,000 Fine for Regulatory Violations in Lithuania

Lithuanian gambling operator Top Sport was hit with a €15,000 fine after a legal ruling confirmed its breaches of gambling regulations The Supreme Administrative Court upheld the penalty, initially imposed by the national regulator, citing the decision as both "legal and reasonable" Violations of Self-Exclusion and Surveillance Regulations Top..
2 years ago

Massachusetts Gaming Commission Reports Strong September Revenue

The gaming statistics for September, which were made public by the Massachusetts Gaming Commission, show strong earnings from sports betting and casinos The gross gaming revenue (GGR) earned by the three casinos in the state—Plainridge Park Casino, MGM Springfield, and Encore Boston Harbor—was around $92 million in total during the..
2 years ago

Arizona Reports Significant Growth in Sports Betting for July

The remarkable sports betting numbers for July have been released by the Arizona Department of Gaming Bets in the state totaled $4101 million, a significant increase of 269% over the same month the previous year This rise has been mostly attributed to mobile sports betting, which has added almost $4045 million to Arizona's overall handle A..
2 years ago

PancakeSwap Launches PancakeSwapX to Simplify DeFi Trading

With the launch of PancakeSwapX, a new trading tool, the company hopes to improve the decentralized finance (DeFi) experience by lowering the barrier to entry and increasing the affordability of bitcoin trading This new tool lowers the entrance barrier for users who are not familiar with DeFi complexity by enabling gasless swaps and zero-fee..
2 years ago
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