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


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

Sberbank Plans to Launch Customer CBDC Operations in Early 2025

Russia's largest lender, Sberbank, is gearing up to offer digital ruble transactions to its customers starting in early 2025 This move marks a significant step in the country’s adoption of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), following the digital ruble's development and testing by the Bank of Russia Sberbank Joins CBDC Expansion Sberbank,..
2 years ago

Massachusetts Gaming Commission Debates Multi-Factor Authentication for Online Sportsbooks

A public hearing was conducted by the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) on August 29th to discuss revisions to Title 205 of the Code of Massachusetts Regulations The main discussion point was whether or not online sportsbooks should be required to use multi-factor authentication (MFA), as this might greatly improve customer security MGC..
2 years ago

Metaplanet Partners with SBI VC Trade for Bitcoin Custody Services

Japanese investment adviser Metaplanet (3350) has taken a significant step in enhancing its Bitcoin strategy by partnering with SBI VC Trade for custody services Earlier this year, Metaplanet adopted Bitcoin (BTC) as a reserve asset, and the decision to engage SBI VC Trade, a subsidiary of SBI Holdings, aligns with their ongoing efforts to secure..
2 years ago

Qatar Introduces Comprehensive Digital Assets Regulatory Framework

With the intention of bringing crucial areas like tokenization, custody, and exchange under a structured regulatory regime, Qatar has announced the introduction of a new digital assets regulatory framework In a joint press statement, the Qatar Financial Center Authority (QFCA) and the Qatar Financial Center Regulatory Authority (QFCRA), who played..
2 years ago

PENN Entertainment Gears Up for ESPN Bet Launch in New York

New York's sports betting enthusiasts have been eagerly waiting for ESPN Bet by PENN Entertainment to launch Initially, company executives hinted at an August rollout, but the highly anticipated online sportsbook has yet to go live Despite the delay, PENN Entertainment remains optimistic In a recent interview with Newsday, Mark Walker, the..
2 years ago

Illegal Betting Markets Threaten Integrity of Horse Racing Industry

The horse racing industry is grappling with the severe issue of unregulated illegal betting markets, which undermine the sport's integrity and siphon off substantial revenue Citibet, a prominent online platform operating primarily in southern China, has become a major concern for the Asian Racing Federation (ARF) This notorious operator poses a..
2 years ago

Flutter Entertainment to Challenge $330 Million Ruling in Georgia

The largest Irish gaming company, Flutter Entertainment, declared it would challenge a $330 million court ruling that was rendered recently in Georgia A Georgian court this week ruled in a lawsuit brought by Aviator LLC that holds Flutter and its partner, Spribe, liable The defendants were held accountable by the court for damages resulting from..
2 years ago

Cardano’s Chang Upgrade Marks Major Shift to Decentralized Governance

Cardano, the layer-1 blockchain established in 2017 by Ethereum co-founder Charles Hoskinson, has initiated a significant transformation with the activation of its long-awaited "Chang" upgrade This development represents a crucial step toward decentralized governance, enabling ADA token holders to take an active role in the platform's..
2 years ago

SBI Holdings Expands into Blockchain Gaming with Oasys Partnership

Leading Japanese financial giant SBI Holdings Inc, which was founded in 1999, is making great progress in incorporating blockchain technology into its business practices Recognized for its proficiency in conventional finance, encompassing venture capital and asset management, SBI Holdings is now expanding into the gaming industry via a strategic..
2 years ago

Study Links Crypto Ownership to Dark Personality Traits

A recent study delves into the personality traits of cryptocurrency investors, revealing that they may be more inclined to exhibit psychopathic tendencies Conducted by researchers from the University of Toronto and the University of Miami, the study surveyed 2,001 American adults to better understand the psychological profiles of those involved in..
2 years ago

Blockchain Technology Poised to Revolutionize Global Payments

Blockchain technology is set to reshape the global payments landscape by tackling inefficiencies in traditional financial systems, according to a recent Binance report The report highlights how blockchain can provide faster, cheaper, and more secure payment solutions compared to existing financial methods Current Payment Systems and..
2 years ago