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

Aryna Sabalenka’s Practice Game Bets Cost Her Big

Aryna Sabalenka has claimed her third Grand Slam title by winning the US Open, solidifying her status as one of the top-ranked tennis players This marks her fourth consecutive year reaching the final, showcasing her consistent dominance on the court Sabalenka’s Unconventional Practice Betting While her triumph in the tournament is impressive,..
2 years ago

Bet365 Fined in New Jersey for Betting Violations

Leading iGaming and sports betting operator bet365 has been hit with a $33,000 fine in New Jersey The penalty follows accusations that the company accepted wagers on already concluded events, violating state regulations Bet365 operates in partnership with the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Atlantic City Replay Mishap Leads to Regulatory..
2 years ago

Kraken Urges Clearer Crypto Regulations in Australia After Margin Trading Ruling

Kraken is requesting more specific cryptocurrency laws in Australia in the wake of a Federal Court ruling that determined a part of its margin extension product was illegal in the region Kraken is pushing for a more transparent regulatory environment to benefit investors and businesses in the Australian cryptocurrency industry as a result of the..
2 years ago

Missouri Sports Betting to Appear on November Ballot After Court Ruling

This November, Missourians will have the opportunity to cast a ballot on legalizing sports betting following the dismissal by a court of a lawsuit intended to stop the proposal The ruling by Judge Daniel Green guarantees the validity of the ballot initiative, which would allow for legal sports betting in the state Next year could see the launch..
2 years ago

Boyd Gaming Opens Modern Sportsbook at Suncoast Hotel & Casino

Boyd Gaming Corporation has unveiled its newly built sportsbook at Suncoast Hotel & Casino in west Las Vegas This state-of-the-art venue marks a significant milestone in the property's ongoing renovation and opened just in time for the highly anticipated football season The sportsbook, replacing the former Suncoast Showroom, features an..
2 years ago

Fanatics Launches New Sportsbook at Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City

Fanatics Sportsbook has partnered with Ocean Casino Resort to open a brand-new retail sportsbook location in Atlantic City This state-of-the-art facility is situated inside The Gallery, a 12,000-square-foot space that blends gaming with a high-end bar experience, serving as the heart of the casino Bill Callahan, General Manager of Ocean Casino..
2 years ago

Mastercard and Mercuryo Collaborate to Launch Crypto Debit Card

Mastercard is partnering with European payments company Mercuryo to introduce a new crypto debit card, called Spend This initiative aims to simplify the process of spending digital assets directly from non-custodial wallets, making it easier for cryptocurrency holders to manage their funds Mercuryo’s new crypto debit card, Spend, will allow..
2 years ago

UK Crypto Firms Face High Rejection Rates in FCA Licensing Process

The UK's Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) reported that an overwhelming 87% of crypto companies failed to secure approval for licensing under the country's money laundering regulations during the last fiscal year According to the FCA’s annual report, only four out of the 35 applicants received a license between April 2022 and March 2023 Low..
2 years ago

El Salvador’s Bitcoin Adoption Yet to Make ‘Significant Impact,’ GAFILAT Reports

El Salvador's compliance with international anti-money laundering laws was evaluated in a study that was just published by the Financial Task Force of Latin America (GAFILAT) The study found that despite bitcoin becoming legal tender in 2021, the nation's financial system has not been significantly impacted by cryptocurrencies El Salvador's use..
2 years ago

Fed Orders United Texas Bank to Halt Crypto Dealings Due to Risk Management Issues

The United States Federal Reserve has ordered United Texas Bank to cease certain operations, citing significant issues in its handling of cryptocurrency clients and risk management practices This action comes after a May review, where the Fed identified weaknesses in the bank’s governance and oversight In its September 4 cease-and-desist..
2 years ago

Ohio Sports Betting Revenue Sees Notable Growth in July

The Ohio Casino Control Commission's July sports gaming revenue report, which was made public, shows that the Buckeye State is doing well The sports betting market in Ohio brought in about $551 million during the course of the month Compared to July 2023, when sales was $512 million, a surge of more than $4 million year over year, this represents..
2 years ago

Magic Eden Dominates NFT Market with 36.7% Share in August

With a trading volume close to $123 million in August, Magic Eden maintained its 367% market share in the non-fungible token (NFT) market This outstanding achievement, which represents Magic Eden's sixth straight month of leadership in the NFT sector, is highlighted by data from CoinGecko Consistent Growth in a Competitive Market Initially..
2 years ago

Glassnode Founders Predict Bullish September for Bitcoin Despite Historical Trends

The founders of the analytics firm Glassnode, Jan Happel and Yann Allemann, challenge the widely held belief that Bitcoin will experience another bearish September in 2024 Known by their social media handle, Negentropic, they shared insights with their 63,000 followers on X, questioning the notion of Bitcoin’s “September Curse” Bitcoin..
2 years ago

ECB Eyes Digital Euro to Rival American and Chinese Payment Systems

The European Central Bank (ECB) is taking significant steps to introduce a digital euro, aiming to reduce Europe’s dependence on dominant American and Chinese payment systems Piero Cipollone, a member of the ECB’s executive board, shared insights into this initiative during an interview with Le Monde He emphasized the importance of Europe..
2 years ago

NFL Kickoff Set to Drive Record $35 Billion in Sports Bets

With the return of the NFL comes the expectation of unprecedented levels of sports betting The American Gaming Association (AGA) projects that American gamblers will wager a staggering $35 billion on the NFL season, a notable 30% rise from $267 billion spent the previous year Due to the legalization of sports betting in multiple states, this rise..
2 years ago

Betsson Group Exits Colorado Market as It Expands in Latin America

Betsson Group has announced its decision to withdraw from the Colorado market, effective at the end of September 2024 This move marks the end of Betsson's B2C operations in the state, which began in March 2022 under its Betsafe brand following GLI 33 certification The company also established a Denver office to support its B2B initiatives A..
2 years ago

Jamie Foxx Stars in BetMGM’s New TV Campaign for NFL Season

Jamie Foxx, a well-known actor and performer, is the star of a brand-new television commercial campaign that BetMGM is introducing as the 2024 NFL season draws near Foxx's remarkable range of character impersonations is on full display in these commercials, which are a wonderful fit with BetMGM's corporate strategy that highlights its Las Vegas..
2 years ago

Bitfinex Predicts Rate Cuts May Trigger September Crypto Market Decline

According to recent study, September may be a difficult month for the cryptocurrency market, especially for Bitcoin (BTC), according to Bitfinex, a well-known exchange The research alerts readers to the possibility of sharp price drops as a result of expected responses to impending rate reduction According to Bitfinex's analysis, Bitcoin's..
2 years ago

Hyperspace Closes Solana-Based NFT Marketplace

The multi-chain NFT marketplace and launchpad Hyperspace has made the decision to shut down its Solana platform The initiative made the painful decision to close on September 3 and made it clear that it was not taken lightly By September 17, 2024, Hyperspace will completely stop selling Solana, and as a result, users are asked to delist their NFTs..
2 years ago

Ripple to Introduce Smart Contracts on XRP Ledger Mainnet

Blockchain payments company Ripple is advancing its ecosystem by introducing smart contracts to the XRP Ledger mainnet This move is set to significantly enhance the platform's programmability, offering developers the tools to create custom applications Ripple's announcement on September 2 outlined plans to integrate smart contract functionality..
2 years ago
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