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

Venezuelan Authorities Cut Off Binance, Disrupting Crypto Access for Users

Binance, one of the biggest cryptocurrency exchanges in the world, is allegedly being blocked by Venezuela's state-owned internet service provider, CANTV, in a significant move Many depend on peer-to-peer (P2P) markets as a crucial source of financial resources, but this action has prevented thousands of Venezuelans from accessing their..
2 years ago

Ex-Bank Of Japan Board Member Expects No Further Rate Increases in 2024

Per a former BOJ official, the Bank of Japan (BOJ) is probably going to wait until next year to raise interest rates again The central bank has made it clear through this action that it prefers short-term market stability Former BOJ board member Makoto Sakurai shared his insights on Friday, suggesting that the central bank will refrain from..
2 years ago

Crypto.com’s SVP Steve Humenik Challenges CFTC’s Proposed Ban on Prediction Markets

In a significant development, Steve Humenik, Senior Vice President of Cryptocom, has joined Coinbase in opposing a proposed rule change by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) The rule, which could lead to a prohibition on prediction markets and event contracts in the United States, has sparked concerns across the industry Humenik’s..
2 years ago

Santa Monica Establishes Bitcoin Office to Boost Local Economy

Adding a new "Bitcoin Office" section to its official website, Santa Monica, California, hopes to boost business prospects and fortify industry ties The goal of this project, which the Santa Monica community Council approved almost a month ago, is to increase employment opportunities in the community while also promoting the expansion of the..
2 years ago

Ripple Begins Beta Testing for New Stablecoin RLUSD

Ripple is moving forward with beta testing its new stablecoin, Ripple USD (RLUSD), on both the XRP Ledger and the Ethereum (ETH) mainnet This new dollar-pegged digital currency, however, is not yet available for public purchase and is awaiting regulatory approval Ripple USD aims to offer stability by being fully backed by cash and cash..
2 years ago

Tether USDT Hits $115 Billion Market Cap as Adoption Expands

Tether’s stablecoin, USDT, has crossed a major threshold, now boasting a market capitalization of $115 billion This growth highlights USDT's continued dominance in the stablecoin sector, where it has held over 70% of the market share for nearly a year According to a recent X post by Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino, USDT’s market cap increased by..
2 years ago

Coinbase Criticizes CFTC’s Proposed Rules on Prediction Markets

Coinbase, the Nasdaq-listed crypto exchange, has strongly opposed the Commodities Futures Trading Commission's (CFTC) proposed rules on prediction markets In a letter to the CFTC Commissioners, Coinbase urged the withdrawal of these rules, arguing that they overstep the commission's statutory authority and disregard the positive economic..
2 years ago

Bitfarms Sees Share Surge Following Strong Q2 Financial Report

Bitfarms, a Bitcoin mining company, saw a noteworthy 20% gain in its share price on August 8th, which was fueled by its Q2 financial report The Toronto-based company recorded $42 million in revenue for the quarter, up 17% year over year even though it was down 16% from the prior quarter Reduced block rewards as a result of the Bitcoin halving..
2 years ago

PrizePicks Expands to New Hampshire with New DFS License

Daily fantasy sports (DFS) operator PrizePicks has secured a license to operate in New Hampshire, marking its entry into the state as its 35th market across the United States This expansion signifies a significant milestone for PrizePicks, further solidifying its position in the DFS industry Adam Packer, Senior Vice President of Legal &..
2 years ago

SPFL’s £10 Million Sponsorship Deal with William Hill Sparks Controversy

William Hill, a well-known UK bookmaker, and the Scottish Professional Football League (SPFL) recently signed a £10 million ($1272 million) sponsorship deal Significant discussion and criticism have been raised by this new collaboration, particularly in view of the rising worries around gambling addiction The sponsorship agreement has come..
2 years ago

Democrats Unveil ‘Crypto for Harris’ Initiative as White House Engages with Industry Leaders

Senior White House officials recently took part in conversations with important figures in the cryptocurrency industry as part of a continuous effort to establish connections with the sector This interaction, which was facilitated by California representative Ro Khanna, a Democrat who supports cryptocurrencies, highlights the Biden-Harris..
2 years ago

Metaplanet Secures $6.8 Million Loan to Boost Bitcoin Holdings

By obtaining a $68 million loan, Tokyo Exchange-listed business Metaplanet has made a big move to enhance its holdings of Bitcoin The lender, MMXX Ventures, owns shares in Metaplanet, according to information released on August 8 via X (previously Twitter), resulting in a special financial arrangement between the two companies The loan has a..
2 years ago

ESPN BET Live Set for Big Network Debut

The TV program from ESPN BET will soon be available on the main ESPN network The media conglomerate declared on Wednesday that the August 12th debut of "ESPN BET Live" will take place on ESPN, followed by another live broadcast on August 13th The show's primary broadcast platforms since its launch in March 2019 have been ESPN2 and ESPNEWS..
2 years ago

Super Group Achieves Record-Breaking Financial Results in Q2

Super Group has announced its financial results for the second quarter, showcasing a remarkable performance The company reported its highest-ever quarterly Non-GAAP ex-US adjusted EBITDA, reaching nearly $107 million Alinda van Wyk, the CFO of Super Group, expressed her satisfaction with the company’s achievements "We achieved new quarterly..
2 years ago

IMF Highlights Unseen Risks in El Salvador’s Bitcoin Experiment

Global curiosity has been piqued by El Salvador's daring decision to accept Bitcoin as legal cash, but questions over economic stability and transparency remain Notwithstanding early hope, difficulties are yet ahead of us Recently, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) underlined that El Salvador's Bitcoin experiment needs more transparency The..
2 years ago

Mox Bank in Hong Kong Expands with Bitcoin and Ether ETFs, Eyes Direct Crypto Investments

Standard Chartered's virtual bank subsidiary Mox has extended its range of investment products by providing its customers with exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that track bitcoin (BTC) and ether (ETH) This news follows the Hong Kong launch of Mox's investing platform Mox Bank wants to work with a licensed exchange to provide direct bitcoin..
2 years ago

Binance Reaches One Million YouTube Subscribers

Binance, the powerhouse behind the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, has achieved a significant milestone by amassing one million subscribers on its official YouTube channel This achievement makes Binance the first crypto brand to reach this level of digital engagement Engaging Educational Content The rapid growth of Binance's YouTube..
2 years ago

State-Endorsed Bitcoin ATM Regulations Coming to California County

Chico, California, is gearing up to better regulate Bitcoin ATMs through a combination of state legislation and local ordinances This move aims to address fraud and enhance consumer protection On August 7, Andy Pickett, the chief administrative officer of Butte County, discussed ongoing efforts to regulate Bitcoin ATMs during a local government..
2 years ago

Strike Partners with Bitstamp to Enhance Fiat-to-Crypto Conversion in Europe

The Bitcoin payments app Strike, created by Zap Solutions under the direction of businessman Jack Mallers, has revealed a new alliance with cryptocurrency exchange Bitstamp For users in Europe, this partnership should make the process of changing money to cryptocurrency much simpler The alliance, which was made public on Wednesday, intends to..
2 years ago

Amelco Teams Up with Sporting Risk to Elevate Sports Betting Technology

Amelco, a leading provider of sports betting platforms, has joined forces with Sporting Risk, a renowned betting analytics firm This new alliance aims to introduce a more sophisticated sports betting package to Amelco's partners across North America and beyond Sporting Risk will offer a range of tailored services, enhancing the betting experience..
2 years ago
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