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


HashKey’s HSK Token to Go Live for Trading, Deposits Begin November 7

The launch of HashKey's native token, HSK, has been announced by the Hong Kong-based digital asset exchange Deposits will be accepted starting on November 7, and HSK/USDT spot trading will formally start on November 26 The coin, which was created to improve HashKey's ecosystem, is anticipated to be essential to all of the platform's..
2 years ago

Beware! New Trojan Targets ‘Virus-Proof’ Mac Computers, Stealing Cryptocurrency

A newly discovered Trojan targeting MacOS systems has raised serious concerns among cryptocurrency users This malware, capable of bypassing Apple’s robust security measures, is designed specifically to steal sensitive data, including cryptocurrency wallet details, in mere seconds after installation The Trojan employs sophisticated phishing..
2 years ago

Colorado Voters Approve Proposition JJ to Secure Water Funding from Sports Betting Revenue

Voters in Colorado have strongly supported Proposition JJ, which permits the state to keep and use all sports betting tax income, even if it exceeds the $29 million threshold This is a huge step for both sports betting and environmental conservation The Denver Business Journal reported that, based on 63% of the ballots counted at the time, roughly..
2 years ago

Standard Chartered’s Crypto Custody Arm Eyes $50M in New Funding for Global Growth

According to reports, Zodia Custody Ltd, a well-known cryptocurrency custody company supported by Standard Chartered, is looking for a new funding round to broaden its global presence According to Bloomberg, discussions are underway to raise approximately $50 million for the company, which is primarily controlled by Standard Chartered Julian..
2 years ago

Crypto Market Surges as Donald Trump Presidential Prospects Fuel Optimism

As hope for Donald Trump's possible comeback to the US presidency builds, the cryptocurrency market is going through a positive phase Leading digital assets have seen considerable gains as a result of this trend The worldwide cryptocurrency market capitalization increased by 5% during the past day to $256 trillion, according to CoinGecko The..
2 years ago

South Korea Launches CBDC Pilot Program with Seven Banks

In order to test digital financial services, seven significant financial institutions in South Korea have been given permission to take part in a central bank digital currency (CBDC) pilot program The effort, which involves banks like KB, Shinhan, Woori, and Hana, was launched by the Financial Services Commission (FSC) on November 6 With a special..
2 years ago

Singaporeans Bet RM40.18B on Lottery, Sports, and Horse Racing in 2023/24

According to the most recent data from Singapore Pools, Singaporeans spent an astounding S$122 billion (RM4018 billion) on horse racing, sports betting, and the lottery during the 2023–2024 fiscal year This represents a 7% increase over the S$114 billion spent the year before, indicating a rising demand for legal gaming in the..
2 years ago

Virginia Sports Betting Sees Impressive Growth in September 2024

The sports betting industry in Virginia had a notable uptick in September 2024, with operators reporting a 196% rise in handle over the previous year The most recent report from the Virginia Lottery shows that the state's citizens wagered $622,060,604 in total, an increase from $5203 million in September 2023 This increase demonstrates how popular..
2 years ago

Binance Pushes Back Against SEC in Expanded Crypto Securities Case

In its ongoing legal struggle, Binance and its former CEO Changpeng "CZ" Zhao have defended the company against the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Axie Infinity Shards (AXS), Filecoin (FIL), Cosmos' ATOM, The Sandbox's SAND, and Decentraland's MANA are some of the new tokens that the SEC claims should be categorized as securities In a..
2 years ago

Mike Novogratz Predicts Bitcoin Surge Post-Election, Expects Rapid Growth

In a recent interview with the Unchained YouTube channel, Galaxy Digital CEO Mike Novogratz offered his thoughts on the future of Bitcoin Regardless of the outcome of the next US presidential election, he said he is confident in Bitcoin's rise and that a new bull market would emerge He did point out that the winner could have an impact on the..
2 years ago

Brazil’s Ministry of Justice Demands Clarity from Betting Operators Despite Growing Concerns

In an effort to safeguard vulnerable users from the risks associated with gambling, the Brazilian Ministry of Justice and Public Security has demanded that 17 betting organizations provide comprehensive information about their advertising strategies, bonus offerings, and age restriction practices This request comes at a pivotal moment as Brazil..
2 years ago

Kraken Streamlines Workforce as New Co-CEO Takes Charge

Kraken, a cryptocurrency exchange established in the United States, recently revealed a strategic move intended to become the top cryptocurrency platform globally Kraken's co-CEOs Arjun Sethi and Dave Ripley are spearheading this program, which aims to streamline processes and may have an effect on the staff as the business shifts to a leaner..
2 years ago

Pakistan Proposes Recognizing Digital Currency as Legal Tender

To integrate digital assets, such as cryptocurrencies, into Pakistan's official financial system, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has unveiled a daring plan If this framework is accepted, digital currencies may be accepted as legal money, opening the door for the nation to adopt a central bank digital currency (CBDC) A major policy shift..
2 years ago

EGT Digital Expands in Italy, Launching Slot Games on Betpremium

By collaborating with Betpremium to provide its well-known slot titles, EGT Digital has increased its presence in the Italian online gaming market By working with Microgame, a well-known Italian gaming aggregator, EGT is bolstering its footprint in Italy EGT's well-known slot games, such as Bell Link, High Cash, and Clover Chance, are now..
2 years ago

Kraken Expands in Australia with Licensed Crypto Brokerage for Institutional Clients

Kraken, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, has launched a licensed brokerage service in Australia aimed at institutional and wholesale clients This move marks Kraken’s entry into the Australian derivatives market, offering large-scale investors access to crypto-based financial products that track cryptocurrency prices without requiring direct..
2 years ago

Singapore’s MAS Pushes for Broader Tokenization in Finance

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) is advancing financial services with new measures aimed at expanding tokenization efforts This initiative seeks to create a more robust ecosystem for tokenized assets, enhancing liquidity and fostering standardized frameworks for industry-wide adoption Building Infrastructure and Industry Standards To..
2 years ago

Tether’s USDT Usage in Sanctioned Countries Raises Questions During Regulatory Scrutiny

Some places, especially sanctioned nations, may be witnessing a boom in the use of Tether (USDT), the largest stablecoin by market capitalization Bloomberg cited data from Chainalysis that points to possible increases in USDT use in the Middle East, Africa, and Eastern Europe—regions that include sanctioned countries like Iran and..
2 years ago

Ronnie O’Sullivan Joins Wynn Macau as Brand Ambassador for Upcoming Snooker Events

Renowned snooker legend Ronnie O'Sullivan has been named Wynn Macau Ltd's official brand ambassador Building on his considerable impact in the sport, O'Sullivan will use social media campaigns to actively interact with Wynn Macau's audiences and represent the company in important games and competitions His participation in the "Wynn Presents –..
2 years ago

Florida’s $800M Crypto Holdings Could Grow with New Plans

Florida’s state government has already invested heavily in crypto-related assets, holding around $800 million But that number could soon grow, according to Jimmy Patronis, the state’s chief financial officer (CFO) In a recent CNBC interview, Patronis hinted that the state might consider additional investments, particularly if former President..
2 years ago

Stripe-Backed Bridge Acquires Web3 Wallet Provider Triangle

Bridge, the stablecoin-focused company recently acquired by Stripe for $11 billion, has just made its own strategic move The company announced it acquired Triangle, a Web3 wallet infrastructure platform While the financial details of the acquisition were kept private, the move brings a new level of wallet technology to Bridge’s..
2 years ago