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

BC.GAME Partners with Lil Pump to Boost Online Gaming Experience

In an effort to improve the online gaming landscape, well-known cryptocurrency and sports betting company BCGAME has partnered with well-known rapper Lil Pump Following their latest relationship with musician Jason Derulo, BCGAME is once again a key participant in the entertainment and gaming industries This cooperation comes after their previous..
2 years ago

Kraken Appoints Natasha Powell as U.K. Head of Compliance

According to people familiar with the situation, well-known cryptocurrency exchange Kraken has named Natasha Powell as its new head of compliance in the United Kingdom Powell will start her position in November and will provide the company with substantial regulatory experience as it works through the rapidly changing crypto ecosystem Powell..
2 years ago

Coinbase Presses SEC for Clearer Crypto Regulations in Court Clash

Coinbase has stepped up its campaign for more transparent cryptocurrency laws, and on September 23, it challenged the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in a federal appeals court located in Philadelphia The largest cryptocurrency exchange in the United States has expressed loudly the need for an open and practical regulatory environment,..
2 years ago

ESPN Bet Set to Launch in New York Following NYSGC Approval of License

The purchase of Wynn Interactive Holding's online sports betting license by Penn Entertainment has received unanimous approval from the New York State Gaming Commission (NYSGC) With WynnBet's activities in New York coming to an end, Wynn made the option to sell its license Now that Penn Entertainment has secured a $25 million licensing..
2 years ago

Louisiana Reports Significant Growth in Sports Betting for August

The sports betting income data for August were revealed by the Louisiana Gaming Control Board, and they show remarkable increase The state had a $2345 million total wager handle for the month, a noteworthy approximately 52% increase in wager handling from the previous year Mobile sports betting in Louisiana brought in $2182 million in August, a..
2 years ago

Telegram to Comply with Legal Requests for User Data Sharing, said Pavel Durov

In response to complaints on the improper use of the platform's search function, Telegram CEO Pavel Durov recently announced modifications to the moderation guidelines Durov stated that people pushing illicit items have also taken use of Telegram's search feature, which facilitates access to public channels and bots Telegram has revised its..
2 years ago

Australia to Introduce Financial Licensing for Crypto Exchanges

Australian authorities are forcing exchanges to apply for financial services licenses in an effort to exert more control over the cryptocurrency business The Australian Financial Review (AFR) reported on this proposed regulatory move, which is anticipated to expand the present licensing regime beyond the rules governing digital currency..
2 years ago

Democratic Nominee Kamala Harris Addresses Crypto Industry for the First Time

Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris has publicly outlined her stance on cryptocurrency for the first time, pledging to foster growth in the digital asset sector and other emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence Speaking at a fundraiser at Cipriani Wall Street in Manhattan on September 22, Harris emphasized her vision of..
2 years ago

Premier League Clubs Face Revenue Losses as Gambling Sponsorships Are Banned

Approximately 58% of Premier League clubs are expecting to suffer large financial losses, according to recent OLBG study Clubs could lose a total of £1266 million ($168 million) beginning in the 2026–2027 season as a result of the impending prohibition on casino sponsorships and front-of-shirt gambling How to make up for this loss before the..
2 years ago

Consensys’ Legal Battle with SEC Halted by Federal Court

In a lawsuit against the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and its commissioners, including Chair Gary Gensler, Consensys was unsuccessful in getting a ruling from a federal judge in Texas A court declaration that Ether (ETH) is not a security was sought in the April lawsuit, which also sought to stop SEC enforcement operations against..
2 years ago

SEC Approves Nasdaq to List Options on BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust

Nasdaq wants to list and trade options on BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), and the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has given its approval Following a thorough evaluation procedure that started when Nasdaq filed the initial application on January 9, 2024, the clearance was confirmed on September 20 In order to give more..
2 years ago

Betfred Confirms Arizona Exit by November 4

Betfred has announced plans to shut down its online sportsbook operations in Arizona by November 4, 2024 Starting from September 19 at 10 pm local time, the company has stopped accepting online deposits, wagers, and new account registrations Users will have until November 4 to withdraw any remaining funds in their accounts According to Betfred,..
2 years ago

NFL and NBA Voice Concerns Over New SAFE Bet Act

The SAFE Bet Act is a new federal measure that aims to tighten rules on sports betting, and the NFL and NBA are concerned about it The act, which was introduced by Sen Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and Rep Paul Tonko (D-NY), intends to limit live sports broadcasts and sports betting advertisements during peak hours (8 am to 10 pm) It also aims to..
2 years ago

Mississippi Sees Sports Betting Surge in August After Months of Decline

According to the most recent report from the Mississippi Gaming Commission, sports betting activity increased significantly in August The state's sports betting handle increased to $226 million, nearly double the amount recorded in April, June & July, following months of decrease On the other hand, this is merely a minor rise over August of..
2 years ago

DuelNow Debuts Decentralized Peer-to-Peer Crypto Betting Platform

A state-of-the-art prediction market called DuelNow has opened with the goal of revolutionizing sports betting by doing away with conventional house odds With the help of this innovative technology, bettors may now choose their own odds, enabling a decentralized, peer-to-peer (P2P) betting environment with drastically lower costs and no..
2 years ago

North Carolina Moves Closer to Launching Sports Betting and Esports Wagering

Significant progress is being made by North Carolina in broadening its betting offerings The state is moving forward with its intentions to expand the options available to bettors throughout the state by introducing retail sports betting, esports betting, and pari-mutuel wagering The North Carolina State Lottery Commission's sports betting..
2 years ago

BitGet Celebrates Explosive User Growth as Global Reach Expands

With a tremendous spike in user registrations, the cryptocurrency exchange BitGet currently boasts over 45 million registered users globally The site has had an astounding 400% increase in users worldwide since 2023, according to BitGet CEO Gracy Chen This is a noteworthy achievement as the company marks its sixth year in the cryptocurrency..
2 years ago

Australia’s Central Bank Prioritizes Wholesale Digital Currency, Assistant Governor Reveals

The development of digital money and wholesale central bank digital currency (CBDC) solutions is a priority for the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) Assistant Governor Brad Jones emphasized that the wholesale CBDC—designed specifically for banks and other financial institutions—will be the central bank's main focus, as opposed to the retail..
2 years ago

Germany Shuts Down 47 Crypto Exchanges in Major Anti-Money Laundering Crackdown

47 bitcoin trading platforms have been taken down by German authorities as part of a larger campaign against money laundering According to a news release from the Federal Criminal Police Office (BKA), the Central Office for Combating Internet Crime and the BKA led the coordinated effort, which targeted exchanges that let users exchange..
2 years ago

Bitget Partners with La Liga as Official Crypto Partner

Bitget, a leading crypto exchange, has secured a significant partnership with La Liga, Spain’s top football league, positioning itself as the league’s official crypto partner Gracy Chen, CEO of Bitget, revealed the details of the "multi-million dollar" deal during an interview with CoinDesk at the Token2049 conference This partnership aims to..
2 years ago
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