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.

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Peter's latest articles

Deloitte Streamlines Verification Processes with Blockchain-Based Digital Wallets

Deloitte, one of the Big Four accounting firms, is leveraging blockchain technology to enhance and streamline the verification process for its customers By integrating KILT Protocol technology, a Polkadot parachain, Deloitte aims to improve the efficiency of its Know Your Customer (KYC) and Know Your Business (KYB) processes, providing users with..
3 years ago

Binance Faces US DOJ National Security Investigation Over Sanctions Violations

Binance, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, is reportedly under investigation by the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) National Security Division for allegedly allowing Russian users to access the platform in violation of US sanctions Although no formal accusations have been made against the company or its executives, this development has..
3 years ago

China’s Supreme Court Ruling on Crypto Debt Settlements

In a recent ruling, China's Supreme Court has allowed for the settlement of debts using cryptocurrencies, given that both parties agree This development demonstrates that despite the country's ban on cryptocurrencies, its regulatory approach is evolving China's Supreme Court ruling on crypto debt settlements marks a significant development in..
3 years ago

The US Metaverse Market Poised for Huge Growth – Report

The US Metaverse market is poised for significant growth, with the industry projected to reach US$51,4357 million in 2023, expanding at a CAGR of 329% from 2023-2030 Brands across industry verticals are leveraging the metaverse to engage with consumers, while investment in infrastructure continues to rise Projected Growth of the US Metaverse..
3 years ago

Enclave Spot | Bridging Centralized and Decentralized Finance

Enclave Markets, the world's pioneer in fully encrypted exchanges (FEX), has announced the launch of Enclave Spot, further expanding its encrypted offerings for retail and institutional traders Combining the advantages of centralized and decentralized finance, Enclave Spot promises an innovative trading experience Enclave Markets is..
3 years ago

Wemade’s NILE Platform Launches Bored Ape Golf Club NFT Collection

Wemade, a prominent South Korean blockchain company, has announced the launch of the Bored Ape Golf Club (BAGC) NFT collection on its NFT Is Life Evolution (NILE) platform This innovative golf-themed NFT project, a collaboration between ALTAVA Group, Animoca Brands, The Sandbox, and Elite Apes, brings new opportunities for NFT enthusiasts and golf..
3 years ago

Bitcoin’s Potential 20% Surge: Key Factors to Watch

As cryptocurrency markets continue to evolve, Bitcoin (BTC) may experience a significant rally in the near future Matrixport, a leading crypto-services provider, has shared insights in a recent research report predicting a 20% uptrend for Bitcoin, potentially reaching $35,000 - $36,000 This article explores the factors contributing to this..
3 years ago

IMF Cautions Against Unforeseen Consequences of Retail CBDCs

Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Kristalina Georgieva, recently warned about the potential unforeseeable “consequences” of retail central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) Speaking at the Milken Institute’s 2023 Global Conference, Georgieva stated that the IMF has greater concerns about retail CBDCs than wholesale..
3 years ago

Ripple’s SEC Lawsuit Update: Recent Developments and Expert Testimonies

Ripple, a leading payments firm, recently disclosed in its XRP Markets Report for Q1 2023 that the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) encountered a challenge in the ongoing lawsuit against the company The SEC filed the suit, alleging XRP to be an unregistered security, and Ripple has since been locked in this legal battle Ripple SEC..
3 years ago

Greenidge Deploys 9,150 Miners with Core Scientific Deal

Greenidge Generation Holdings Inc has announced that it has entered into an agreement with Core Scientific, Inc to host and operate Greenidge-owned bitcoin miners at Core Scientific's facilities in Dalton, GA, and Calvert City, KY Greenidge, a vertically integrated cryptocurrency data center and power generation company, has also installed an..
3 years ago

Exploring the Unknown | William Shatner’s Eternal Links NFTs

Web3 gaming and entertainment giant, Orange Comet, has unveiled a collaboration with renowned Hollywood actor and recipient of both Golden Globe and Emmy awards, William Shatner, to create a mesmerizing digital collection called Eternal Links Channeling Shatner's adventurous spirit, his foray into the metaverse embodies the concept of universal..
3 years ago

Avatar Adventure: Man City & OKX Collaboration

Global Web3 technology powerhouse OKX, in collaboration with Manchester City and their training kit sponsorship, has unveiled an inventive interactive campaign set in the team's metaverse By visiting playforthecitycom, enthusiasts can now personalize digital avatars donning Manchester City's training and warm-up attire, complete with OKX..
3 years ago

ARK Invest Acquires Over 157,000 Coinbase Shares Amid Crypto Exchange’s Standoff with SEC

This week, Cathie Wood's ARK Invest acquired over 157,000 shares in Coinbase (COIN), the leading US cryptocurrency exchange, which is currently challenging the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) On Monday, three separate ARK Invest funds collectively purchased COIN shares valued at $698 million at the time of writing At present,..
3 years ago

US Dollar Supremacy Faces Accelerated Decline as Nations Seek Alternatives

The US dollar's global dominance is reportedly diminishing rapidly, as countries reconsider their reliance on it after witnessing the United States impose sanctions on Russia using the USD A recent Bloomberg report by Stephen Jen and Joana Freire from asset management firm Eurizon SLJ Capital highlights that in 2022, the US dollar's share in..
3 years ago

Standard Chartered Forecasts Bullish Outlook on Bitcoin, Predicts $100,000 All-Time High

Standard Chartered, a British multinational bank, has recently expressed optimism regarding Bitcoin (BTC), suggesting that the cryptocurrency bear market has come to an end Several reports indicate that Geoff Kendrick, an analyst at Standard Chartered, stated in a research note earlier this week that Bitcoin's value is poised to increase by..
3 years ago

Grayscale Anticipates Q3 Decision on Transforming Its $2.7 Billion Bitcoin Trust into an ETF

Grayscale CEO Michael Sonnenshein announced during CoinDesk's Consensus 2023 conference on Wednesday that the company is anticipating a decision by the end of the third quarter regarding the approval to convert its $27 billion Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC) into an exchange-traded fund (ETF) The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) had..
3 years ago

Binance.US Terminates Voyager Asset Acquisition Deal

Cryptocurrency exchange BinanceUS has called off its acquisition deal with Voyager after a long and drawn-out process Voyager received a termination letter from BinanceUS, which officially ends the $1 billion transaction This comes after the US government initially halted the acquisition plan, citing concerns that laws had been broken However, the..
3 years ago

Russia Launches Unrestricted Crypto Payment System

Russia has launched a new cross-border payment system that allows digital currencies to settle cross-border transactions without interference, according to the country's Finance Minister Anton Siluanov The new payment system is "bound by no restrictions," and could see the use of digital currencies for international payments, Siluanov said He also..
3 years ago

Bitget Unveils Updated BGB Token Whitepaper

Bitget, a top crypto derivatives and copy trading platform, has published an updated whitepaper for its native token, BGB The new edition details the various advantages and benefits that BGB offers as a utility asset within the Bitget ecosystem The revised BGB token whitepaper highlights the asset's development roadmap, including its use cases..
3 years ago

Russia Climbs to the Global Second Spot in Cryptocurrency Mining

In the rapidly evolving landscape of cryptocurrency mining, Russia has risen to become the second-largest country in the world for Bitcoin mining, while the United States continues to hold the top position However, the lack of comprehensive regulations surrounding cryptocurrencies in the US might lead to a shift in market dynamics Recent..
3 years ago
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