Peter Siu

Peter Siu

iGaming.org Editor/Team Leader
Peter is a former poker-pro, turned crypto enthusiast with 8+ years’ experience in operational roles dealing with all online gaming verticals within large iGaming companies, including Flutter and Entain. Now an expert in the field of Sports Betting, Casino, iGaming, and Poker, he is our team leader and editor. When not working, Peter can be found in the gym or playing sports like football, tennis and more recently padel.

EXPERTISE

  • Crypto
  • Poker
  • iGaming
  • Casino

Peter's latest articles


Binance, Binance.US, and Changpeng Zhao Push Back Against SEC Lawsuit

Binance, its US counterpart BinanceUS, and their CEO, Changpeng Zhao, recently filed a motion to dismiss a lawsuit from the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) They argue that the SEC hasn't sufficiently proven that there were any securities-related violations The central issue The SEC's desire to bring digital assets under its regulatory..
3 years ago

Why Analyst Will Clemente is Bullish on Bitcoin’s (BTC) Prospects Ahead

Will Clemente, a popular Bitcoin analyst, recently shared insights on the macro landscape surrounding BTC He highlighted the pressing economic conditions faced by the US, which he believes might lead to further monetary debasement Clemente took to social media platform X to share his views with his substantial following of 690,000 individuals..
3 years ago

Standard Chartered’s Zodia Custody Expands Yield Services on Crypto Assets

British multinational bank, Standard Chartered, has a crypto-focused subsidiary known as Zodia Custody In recent news, Zodia Custody is rolling out a service to allow its clients to maximize their returns on cryptocurrency holdings Teaming up with OpenEden, the new offering titled “Zodia Custody Yield” provides a mechanism to tokenize..
3 years ago

Fiat’s Fall as ‘Criminal Money’ in Robert Kiyosaki’s Pro-Crypto Narrative

'Rich Dad Poor Dad' author, Robert Kiyosaki, offers his bullish take on cryptocurrencies, particularly Bitcoin, seeing a bright future ahead Amidst the buzz of the TOKEN2049 crypto conference happening Sept 18-19, Kiyosaki took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to voice his optimism In his view, as cryptocurrencies flourish, traditional fiat..
3 years ago

Jaguars’ Lawrence, Nash, and Paffrath Settle Lawsuit on FTX Sponsorships

AS reported by Bloomber, three popular figures, Trevor Lawrence, Tom Nash, and Kevin Paffrath, have recently settled legal disputes tied to sponsorship agreements with FTX, the cryptocurrency exchange that went under last year Jacksonville Jaguars' NFL quarterback, Trevor Lawrence, had a partnership with Blockfolio, FTX's subsidiary, back in..
3 years ago

Overdare Rises as PUBG Creator Krafton’s Newest NFT Game Venture

Krafton Inc, renowned for its global hit PUBG, has taken a decisive step into the future of gaming with the announcement of Overdare In collaboration with Naver Z, a metaverse division of South Korea's leading portal company, Naver Corp, Overdare is not just a game but an expansive platform with profound ambitions Set to be unveiled this..
3 years ago

US Congressman Emmer Takes a Stand Against CBDCs and Proposes Ban

US Congressman Tom Emmer has proposed legislation that would prohibit the Federal Reserve from developing a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) Named the Central Bank Digital Currency Anti-surveillance State Act, this bill aims to keep in check any unchecked power from unelected officials It also seeks to ensure that any US digital currency..
3 years ago

Are Qatar’s Amir and Bukele Exploring Bitcoin’s Future Together?

Qatar's Amir Visits El Salvador: Strengthening Ties and Potential Crypto Collaborations The Amir of Qatar, HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, recently visited El Salvador at the invitation of El Salvador's President, Nayib Bukele Their discussions shed light on their nations' growing relations and sparked curiosity about new cryptocurrency..
3 years ago

Did Elon Musk Secretly Finance Dogecoin? This Report Says He Did

Elon Musk, known as the world's wealthiest individual, seems to have another title brewing: Dogecoin's secret benefactor A recent revelation by The Wall Street Journal alleges that Musk has been backing Dogecoin's development covertly Musk's Ties with the Meme Coin Starting as a jest in 2013, Dogecoin wasn't always a household name However, when..
3 years ago

The Search for Safe Shores – Why Crypto Millionaires are Relocating

While the world counts 9,630 individuals boasting a net worth of at least $100 million in traditional money, a unique niche emerges in the crypto space A recent study reveals that a select 182 people globally hold over $100 million exclusively in cryptocurrencies New World Wealth and Henley and Partners conducted in-depth research into the..
3 years ago

FTX Bankruptcy Shows Agreements with Shaquille O’Neal and Naomi Osaka

In recent court documents pertaining to its bankruptcy, it's revealed that FTX, the now defunct cryptocurrency exchange, had heavily invested in celebrity endorsements Notable personalities like Shaquille O’Neal, Naomi Osaka, and David Ortiz were roped in as part of their aggressive marketing push The US Bankruptcy Court in Delaware received..
3 years ago

Twitter Hack Targets Ethereum’s Vitalik Buterin, Siphons $691,000

Vitalik Buterin, the mind behind Ethereum, suffered a Twitter breach A hacker tricked users to part with $691,000 using a deceptive link on his feed The fraudulent post, now removed, advertised a special non-fungible token (NFT) release from software provider Consensys Rather than minting the NFT, users inadvertently granted the hacker access to..
3 years ago

Turkish Crypto Exchange CEO Sentenced to 11,000 Years Behind Bars

Faruk Fatih Özer, the CEO of Thodex, a leading Turkish cryptocurrency exchange that collapsed, has been handed a prison sentence of 11,196 years, 10 months, and 15 days The court ruling followed allegations that he had made off with cryptocurrencies worth over $2 billion These assets belonged to over 400,000 of the platform's..
3 years ago

Congressman Tom Emmer Moves to Restrict SEC’s Crypto Budget

Minnesota Congressman Tom Emmer is preparing a notable budgetary move Aimed at the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Emmer intends to introduce an amendment to limit its spending on cryptocurrency regulations Serving as the Majority Whip in the US House of Representatives, this Republican representative is backing a significant..
3 years ago

Ted Cruz Champions Bitcoin’s Role in Texas’ Economy

Ted Cruz, the Senator from Texas, is no stranger to expressing his support for bitcoin (BTC) On Friday, he used the platform X, previously known as Twitter, to communicate his thoughts after a discussion with Forbes journalist Mickey Koss "I’m bullish on Bitcoin," said Cruz "With its love for freedom, Texas is a perfect fit for the digital..
3 years ago

FBI Links $41M Stake.com Heist to North Korean Lazarus Group

North Korea's infamous Lazarus Group has come under the spotlight once again This time, they're being accused of stealing around $41 million in cryptocurrency from Stakecom, a popular online betting and casino platform The FBI recently unveiled this information, sharing that the cybercrime group transferred the looted funds to several..
3 years ago

Ripple Takes Charge with Second Major Buyout of Fortress Trust

Ripple Labs is making strides in the crypto world with its latest acquisition: blockchain infrastructure specialist Fortress Trust This is already Ripple's second significant buyout in the current year In their recent blog update, Ripple shared news about bringing onboard the Web3-focused Fortress Trust Their primary goal is to enhance their..
3 years ago

Alibaba Group’s ZAN Sets the Stage for Advanced Web3 Solutions

Ant Group Digital Technologies, under the Alibaba Group umbrella, has introduced ZAN The newly launched brand aims to cater to the needs of web3 developers, both individual and institutional, by providing blockchain development solutions The announcement took place at the Inclusion Conference on the Bund this year ZAN’s focus lies in..
3 years ago

Bloomberg Analyst Discusses Bitcoin and Nasdaq’s Drifting Relationship

Bloomberg Intelligence's senior macro strategist, Mike McGlone, foresees potential economic challenges Analyzing Bitcoin's performance, he highlights alarming trends that suggest we might be heading into uncertain financial times Bitcoin vs Nasdaq: The Divergence McGlone shared with his vast audience on social media platform X about Bitcoin's..
3 years ago

Polygon Labs Collaborates with $500B Mirae Asset on Web3 Technologies

Mirae Asset Securities, a dominant player in South Korea's financial scene boasting over $500 billion in managed assets, has joined hands with Ethereum's scaling platform, Polygon Labs Their mission is to enhance the finance sector's transition towards tokenization and spur the adoption of Web3 technologies Polygon Labs will lend its expertise..
3 years ago