Ricky Grant

Ricky Grant

iGaming.org Writer Crypto/Casino/Sports
Ricky is a bitcoin enthusiast and understands the significance of cryptocurrencies not just in the iGaming industry but in society. Ricky has a particular interest in the US Casino landscape, and anything related to this. His favorite casino table games are blackjack and baccarat.

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Ricky's latest articles


Evoke Explores Options Including Possible Sale

Evoke has begun a strategic review as pressure mounts around higher UK gambling taxes and renewed questions about the future structure of the business The operator told the London market that all options will sit on the table as it considers how to create value during a challenging period Good to Know Review may include a sale of the..
4 months ago

On-Chain Data Shows Retail Retreat While Whales Drive BTC Positioning

Retail participation in the bitcoin market has dropped to an unusually low level, creating a notable shift in flow patterns on major exchanges Recent data suggests that small holders are sending far fewer coins to trading platforms than in previous market cycles Good to Know Small BTC holders now send historically low volumes to..
4 months ago

Nevada Workshop Examines 24-Hour Cyber Incident Reporting Plan for Casinos

Nevada regulators have moved forward with revisions to the state cybersecurity reporting framework, drawing on lessons from the 2023 attacks that disrupted major casino operators A public workshop held by the Nevada Gaming Control Board examined how licensees should escalate cyber incidents to the regulator under a more defined..
4 months ago

Texas Governor Abbott Reaffirms Hesitation On Casino Gambling

Texas politics rarely slow down, and the Eye on Politics interview in Fort Worth added another layer to the ongoing casino conversation Governor Greg Abbott sat down with CBS News Texas reporter Jack Fink and delivered a message that left little doubt about where he stands on casino legalization right now Good to Know Abbott repeated..
4 months ago

New York Cuts Off Online Sweepstakes Gambling

A new rulebook now shapes online gambling in New York, and players across the state woke up to a very different landscape Lawmakers closed the door on sweepstakes casinos and sweepstakes-style sportsbooks, bringing abrupt changes for operators and anyone tied to that model Good to Know New York now bans online sweepstakes casinos and..
4 months ago

BetMakers Sets New Expansion Path With Acquisition Of Nevada Based LVDC

BetMakers Technology Group has moved to expand its footprint in the United States through a new agreement to acquire Las Vegas Dissemination Company, a long-standing Nevada supplier that supports casino operators, sportsbooks and racing venues The planned purchase gives BetMakers direct entry into one of the most mature wagering jurisdictions in..
5 months ago

Michigan Gaming Control Board Schedules Public Review Of Casino And Online Gaming Regulation

Michigan regulators will soon convene to review a wide range of oversight duties tied to casino gambling, internet gaming and sports betting The Michigan Gaming Control Board confirmed that its next public session will take place on December 9 and will include multiple regulatory updates affecting operators, suppliers and other licensed entities..
5 months ago

Resorts World Las Vegas Faces Softer Quarter as Revenue Slips in Q3

Resorts World Las Vegas posted another soft quarter, with analysts estimating a swing into operating loss as revenue eased in Q3 Fresh disclosures from Genting Berhad offer a clearer view of how RWLV is navigating lighter visitation, market uncertainty and internal adjustments Good to Know Estimated RWLV revenue for 3Q25 reached $175..
5 months ago

Couple Accused of Using Secret Camera System at Crown Casino

A cheating scheme at Crown Casino Sydney came to an abrupt end after security flagged unusual behavior tied to hidden technology Police say a husband and wife used a camera setup to feed real-time gaming information off-site, helping them collect $784,000 before their arrest Good to Know Police estimate the couple gained $784,000..
5 months ago

Investor Update Shows Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Boom Lifting Wynn Al Marjan Island

Wynn Resorts is leaning into rapid tourism growth in Ras Al Khaimah as it prepares to launch Wynn Al Marjan Island, the first integrated casino resort in the UAE With a 2027 opening on the horizon, analysts were briefed on a destination expanding at a pace few global markets can match Good to Know Wynn Al Marjan Island will operate..
5 months ago

New Indiana Bill Rekindles Casino Talks in Allen County With $50M License Fee

A fresh push to bring a casino license to Allen County has restarted debate around gambling expansion in Indiana Rep Craig Snow introduced a new house bill that invites the Indiana Gaming Commission to review applications for a casino in Fort Wayne once required conditions are met Good to Know Proposed legislation includes a minimum..
5 months ago

Philippine E Games Operators Adjust To New PAGCOR Rules As Industry Shifts

A growing wave of regulatory changes is reshaping E Games and E Bingo operations in the Philippines, and many operators are learning to adjust in real time as PAGCOR outlines new requirements meant to create safer and more trusted digital gaming Good to Know Mandatory separation of e wallets from gaming platforms is now fully enforced..
5 months ago

Macau November Gaming Revenue Surprises Analysts

A steady rhythm keeps building through Macau, and analysts watching the market continue to sound more upbeat as fresh numbers roll in JP Morgan Securities Asia Pacific Ltd shared a new read on the citys latest casino revenue data, and the tone stayed confident Good to Know Monthly GGR keeps landing above market expectations in most..
5 months ago

Bally’s Bronx, Hard Rock and Resorts World Gain Key Approval in New York Casino Race

New York is closer than ever to adding full live-dealer casinos, and three major developers just cleared a major hurdle After months of local hearings and heavy debate, all three proposals received the green light from the state board responsible for choosing future downstate casino sites Good to Know Hard Rock Metropolitan Park, Bally..
5 months ago

Wynn Al Marjan Tower Nears Full Height in Latest Update

Construction activity around Wynn Al Marjan Island keeps pushing forward in Ras Al Khaimah, and the project looks more like a future landmark each month People following the development say the main tower is getting close to its peak height, and the pace of work feels steady across both high-rise and low-rise areas The resort aims for a spring..
5 months ago

Osage Nation Moves Forward With Plan for Lake of the Ozarks Casino

Osage Nation has moved one step closer to developing a casino at Lake of the Ozarks after reaching an agreement with the City of Lake Ozark The arrangement outlines cooperation between the two parties as planning continues for a potential gaming and hospitality complex Good to Know Proposed project includes 40,000 square feet of..
5 months ago

Remote Gaming Duty Jump to 40% Leaves Operators Asking What Is Happening

The latest UK budget has pushed the gambling sector into a heated debate, with many insiders asking whether the government has crossed into outright policy madness The scale of the tax rises looks unlike anything seen across major regulated markets in Europe In fact, the rate now sits even higher than the level charged in the Netherlands, a..
5 months ago

Live! Casino Virginia Sets January Opening For Temporary Petersburg Site As Work Continues On 1.4 Billion Resort

Petersburg is preparing for a major milestone as the temporary Live! Casino Virginia moves toward a January 22, 2026 opening, pending final sign off from state regulators The launch marks the city first step toward a massive 14 billion permanent resort slated to open the following year Good to Know The temporary casino is scheduled to..
5 months ago

All Approved: Happy Valley Casino Moves Toward April Opening

A major step toward the launch of Happy Valley Casino arrived this week after state regulators granted operating certificates that cover slot machines and table games With that milestone in place, the development team rolled out new details that preview what visitors can expect when the Nittany Mall venue opens in April Good to Know..
5 months ago

Police Search for Armed Suspect After Robbery at Rampart Casino in Las Vegas

Las Vegas police are investigating an armed robbery at Rampart Casino after a man dressed as a security guard entered the property with an AR-style rifle and demanded cash late Thursday night The incident has prompted a region-wide search for the suspect Good to Know The suspect wore a ballistic helmet, blue sunglasses, a facemask, and..
5 months ago