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

Ohio Sports Betting Sees $863 Million Handle in September

The Ohio sports betting industry showed strong results in September, with the Ohio Control Commission reporting a total handle of $863 million This marked an increase of over $150 million from the same month last year, showcasing the growing popularity of sports betting across the state Online sports betting dominated in September, with bettors..
2 years ago

Tether Achieves $2.5 Billion Q3 Profit with Strong Treasury Yields

Tether has reported a substantial $25 billion profit in the third quarter, bringing its year-to-date profits to an impressive $77 billion This growth comes as the market capitalization of Tether’s USDT stablecoin approaches $120 billion, underscoring its position as a top stablecoin in the digital finance space According to the latest..
2 years ago

Colorado Sports Betting Hits $563 Million Handle in September

The Colorado sports betting market hit a major milestone in September, with total wagers reaching nearly $563 million, according to the Colorado Division of Gaming This continues a steady trend of high monthly betting handles, consistently surpassing $500 million Online betting made up the vast majority of this figure, generating close to $558..
2 years ago

Second Guilty Plea in NBA Betting Scandal Exposes Deeper Scheme

A second person has stepped forward, admitting to involvement in a sports betting scandal that led to the dismissal of former Toronto Raptors center Jontay Porter from the NBA Mahmud Mollah has now pleaded guilty to wire fraud conspiracy linked to betting on NBA games involving Porter, the Associated Press reported Mollah’s admission follows..
2 years ago

Privacy Project Nillion Secures $25 Million for Blind Computing Tech

Privacy-focused blockchain project Nillion has successfully raised $25 million to develop its unique “blind computing” technology The funding round, led by Hack VC, saw contributions from angel investors and strategic backers involved in projects such as Arbitrum, Worldcoin, and Sei Nillion aims to enhance data processing methods, especially..
2 years ago

Seminole Tribe and West Flagler Partners Settle Dispute

Officially, the lengthy legal disputes pertaining to the Seminole Tribe of Florida's gambling activities are over An important development is the agreement that Isadore Havenick, Bonita-Fort Myers Corporation, Southwest Florida Enterprises, Inc, and West Flagler Associates, LTD have struck with the Tribe They promise not to bring any more lawsuits..
2 years ago

New Hampshire Lottery Reports Impressive September Sports Betting Figures

The September sports betting performance of the New Hampshire Lottery was revealed, and the results were excellent A significant $136 million rise over the same period last year was recorded by the state, which reported a sports betting handle of $728 million for the month Significant Growth in Gross Gaming Revenue In September, gross gaming..
2 years ago

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Calls Out SEC, Urges Apology for Crypto Oversight

Brian Armstrong, the CEO of Coinbase, has publicly chastised the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and called on them to reconsider their approach to cryptocurrency regulation Armstrong made the case on social media site X that the SEC's strategy has not only hindered American innovation but also failed to safeguard its citizens His..
2 years ago

OKX Partners with Standard Chartered to Strengthen Institutional Custody Solutions

The world's top financial company, Standard Chartered, has established a strategic partnership with OKX, the fourth-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume The goal of this collaboration is to strengthen security and enhance the integration of crypto assets with conventional financial services by offering OKX's institutional clients..
2 years ago

Bitcoin Surges Past $71,000 During Rising Trading Volumes and Market Optimism

Bitcoin’s recent breakout past the $71,000 mark has caught the attention of investors worldwide, with a significant 5% price increase in the past 24 hours According to CoinGecko, BTC's price surge came alongside trading volumes of $48 billion—almost double Monday’s activity As traders watch these market dynamics, the latest rally highlights..
2 years ago

Ripple’s Brad Garlinghouse Forced to Close 25-Year Bank Account Due to Crypto Scrutiny

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has shared his recent experience of being “debanked” due to heightened regulatory pressure on cryptocurrency leaders In an interview with CNBC, he recounted an unexpected call from a major bank he’d held an account with for over two decades, instructing him to “move your money within five days” The bank was..
2 years ago

VSiN Introduces New Mobile App, Offers Free Access to Video Content Through November

VSiN, a premier sports betting network, has launched its new app for both Android and Apple devices, providing users with streamlined access to VSiN’s extensive audio and video library This app will offer free access to all video content until November 25, 2024 After that, live video programming and show replays will be available exclusively to..
2 years ago

EasyJet Founder Stelios Haji-Ioannou Expands into Online Sports Betting with EasyBet

Stelios Haji-Ioannou, best known as the founder of easyJet, has expanded his EasyGroup brand into the online sports betting industry with a new platform, EasyBet This venture marks a departure from travel and hospitality as EasyGroup joins forces with Matchbook, a brand operated by Alderney-based Triplebet EasyBet’s launch was recently covered..
2 years ago

Bitstamp Gains Key MTF License in Slovenia to Expand Crypto Offerings

By receiving a Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (MiFID) Multilateral Trading Facility (MTF) license from Slovenia's Securities Market Agency, Bitstamp has accomplished a noteworthy regulatory milestone This license enables Bitstamp to serve both institutional and retail customers by providing a greater range of products, such as..
2 years ago

Tether and Coinbase Introduce Innovative AI Tools for Blockchain Development

Important announcements about AI-driven technologies to improve the blockchain experience were made by Thher and Coinbase The Local AI development kit, a privacy-focused toolkit centered on peer-to-peer (P2P) technology, was unveiled by Paolo Ardoino, CEO of Tether Lincoln Murr of Coinbase also introduced Based Agent, a platform that lets users..
2 years ago

Philippine Authorities Arrest 569 Indonesian Nationals in Illegal Gambling Raid

569 Indonesian citizens have been arrested by Philippine authorities in connection with illicit online gambling activities in a major enforcement action The arrests were verified by Inspector General Krishna Murti, Indonesia's National Police's head of international affairs, at a press conference on Wednesday in Tangerang, Banten The Indonesian..
2 years ago

New Jersey Lawmakers Tackle Online Sports Betting Concerns in Legislative Hearing

Advocates for problem gambling therapy are worried about how internet sports betting may affect jobs and traditional casinos in New Jersey, according to a recent Associated Press investigation Legislators and business experts have convened to discuss the possible disadvantages and advantages of online betting as its popularity continues to..
2 years ago

Health Commission Raises Alarms Over Online Gambling Expansion

According to recent research by a worldwide health committee, there are serious health hazards associated with internet gambling The Lancet, a prestigious medical journal, has established a public health commission on gambling, bringing together 22 specialists to assess the global impact of gambling, according to NBC News The group's goal was to..
2 years ago

Circle Remains Focused on Public Listing Despite Regulatory Challenges

Despite delays in its initial public offering (IPO) approval, stablecoin issuer Circle remains committed to going public In January, the company filed a draft registration statement with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), signaling its plans for a public launch Now, nine months later, Circle continues to pursue this path, with CEO..
2 years ago

Chiliz’s Socios.com Gains Key Regulatory Approval in Malta for Digital Asset Services

The Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) recently approved an in-principle license for Chiliz's SportsFi platform, Socioscom, marking a significant milestone As Socioscom continues to grow within the virtual financial assets industry, this approval enables it to provide regulated digital asset services Socioscom is now able to function as..
2 years ago
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