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


Swintt collaborates with Casino 777 to Enhance its Footprint in Regulated Markets

Swintt, the dynamic software developer renowned for hit titles like Aloha Spirit XtraLockTM and Seven Seven Pots and Pearls, has announced a groundbreaking collaboration with Casino 777 This strategic alliance marks a significant milestone for both entities, promising an immersive gaming experience for Dutch and Belgian players In a move set to..
2 years ago

Pagcor’s Q1 Records 42.6% Year-On-Year Income Surge

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation, or Pagcor, has achieved a noteworthy milestone by significantly increasing its revenue during the first quarter of 2024 Pagcor's Q1 income shot up to ₱2524 billion, a whopping 426% increase over ₱1770 billion in the same period last year In addition to this noteworthy rise, Pagcor's income..
2 years ago

LVXP’s Next-Gen Development Project on the Las Vegas Strip

On the well-known Las Vegas Strip, real estate development company LVXP has revealed plans for an immersive mixed-use building The new complex, which takes up 27 acres next to Resorts World Las Vegas and Fontainebleau Las Vegas, intends to completely change the nightlife scene in the area James R Frasure Jr, CEO of LVXP, stressed the project's..
2 years ago

EU Parliament’s Decision on AML/CFT List Receives Pushback from Gibraltar

Despite a proposal to remove the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Gibraltar, and Panama from Europe's list of countries with significant Anti-money Laundering (AML) and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (CFT) deficiencies, the European Parliament voted against it last week Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) overwhelmingly opposed the..
2 years ago

Caesars Welcomes Kim Harris Jones to Board of Directors

Pending regulatory permissions and licenses, Caesars announces the hiring of Kim Harris Jones, previously of Mondelez International, as the newest member of its Board of Directors Serving as SVP and Corporate Controller during her time at Mondelez, Harris Jones was instrumental in helping the business navigate the early years following its..
2 years ago

Cordish Clinches Petersburg Casino Contract

Petersburg, Virginia, has made a resounding decision, selecting The Cordish Companies to spearhead the city's casino project pending a public referendum This unanimous vote by the city council underscores a pivotal moment for Petersburg's future Councilor Howard Myers, a driving force behind the decision, expressed his enthusiasm for the..
2 years ago

Kambi and Choctaw Nation Forge Innovative Sportsbook Partnership

In a momentous development, Kambi has forged a pioneering partnership with Choctaw Nation, marking a significant leap in the realm of sports betting The agreement entails the provision of Kambi's cutting-edge sports betting technology and services to Choctaw Nation's gaming establishments, pending regulatory approvals Choctaw Nation's decision..
2 years ago

SEC Files Lawsuit Against Geosyn Mining for Investor Fraud

In a significant legal development, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has launched a lawsuit against Geosyn Mining and its co-founders, accusing them of duping investors through fraudulent activities The lawsuit, filed on April 24 in a federal court in Fort Worth, Texas, alleges that Geosyn and its executives, CEO Caleb Joseph Ward..
2 years ago

Strike CEO Jack Maller Forecast of Monumental Expansion of Upto 1,486% in Bitcoin

Jack Mallers, the CEO of Strike, a Lightning Network wallet for Bitcoin, has made a daring forecast for the cryptocurrency's future amidst the turbulence in the financial markets Mallers sees Bitcoin to previously unheard-of heights during its current cycle, perhaps even hitting a seven-figure price Mallers highlights the volatility in the bond..
2 years ago

SEC Anticipated to Deny Spot Ethereum ETF Applications

The second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, Ethereum, is the subject of proposals for spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is prepared to reject The possibilities of the SEC and US financial firms having negotiations in the recent past are not good for the approval of a spot..
2 years ago

Lottomatica Acquires SKS365 To Strengthten Position In Italian Market

In November 2023, Lottomatica completed the acquisition of SKS365 Malta, valuing the business at €639 million This was a big step By acquiring all of SKS365 Malta's share capital, Lottomatica is demonstrating its commitment to growing its market share in Italy Lottomatica stressed that the purchase will strengthen its portfolio of brands and..
2 years ago

S&P Global Report Unveils Potential for US Stablecoin Market Transformation

The Lummis-Gillibrand Payment Stablecoin Act, which will be introduced on April 17, 2024, is anticipated to significantly alter the stablecoin industry in the United States, per a recent evaluation by S&P Global Ratings The research, which was published by Andrew O'Neill and Mohamed Damak, suggests that the new regulation may lead to..
2 years ago

XOCIETY’s Partners with Sui to Brings AAA Gaming to Web3

One of the most awaited games, XOCIETY, has made a ground-breaking move in the world of Web3 gaming by partnering with Mysten Labs, the original developer of Sui, an inventive Layer 1 and smart contract platform The goal of this partnership is to completely transform the Web3 gaming market Using all of the features available on the platform,..
2 years ago

PrizePicks Welcomes Renee White and Phil Sherwood to Executive Team

PrizePicks has announced the appointment of Renee White as its new Chief People Officer (CPO), a strategic move aimed at fortifying the company's leadership team White, who boasts an illustrious career in various leadership roles at Warner Bros Discovery, including Head of People & Culture for Turner Sports, Bleacher Report, and Turner..
2 years ago

BCLC Teams Up with SCCG Management to Transform Gaming Landscape

The British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC), a government-owned entity overseeing all commercial gambling in the province, including lotteries, casinos, and online gaming, is teaming up with SCCG Management The latter specializes in iGaming, sports betting, esports, and casino technology This partnership aims to conduct a comprehensive..
2 years ago

Paskenta Band of Nomlaki Indians Embarks on Solar Microgrid Project

The California Energy Commission (CEC) and the Paskenta Band of Nomlaki Indians held a ceremonial groundbreaking for a ground-breaking microgrid project that would combine solar and storage technology at the Rolling Hills Casino & Resort With the generous support of a $32 million grant from the CEC, this project represents a major advancement..
2 years ago

Harrah’s Columbus Prepares for Nebraska’s First Casino Opening

Harrah's Nebraska will open for business on April 1st, after receiving clearance from the Nebraska Racing and Gaming Commission This is a significant milestone as the first fully functioning casino in the state The casino is expected to open on May 13 at 10 am and run daily from 8 am to 3 am Chairman Dennis Lee emphasized the unanimous support..
2 years ago

Led by Jack Dorsey, Block Inc.’s Bitcoin Mining Chip Development Reaches Completion

With the completion of its state-of-the-art Bitcoin mining chip, Block Inc, headed by Jack Dorsey, has achieved a significant milestone in its Bitcoin mining operation Block has completed the creation of its three nanometer (3nm) Bitcoin mining processor, as Jack Dorsey announced on Twitter A top semiconductor foundry is presently completing..
2 years ago

Jupiter Expands Reach with Ultimate Wallet Acquisition

Aiming to improve its mobile capabilities, Jupiter, the leading decentralized exchange aggregator in Solana, has purchased Ultimate Wallet, a well-known provider of cryptocurrency wallets for self-custody With this purchase, Jupiter's ambitious mobile endeavor officially began The business said that it will begin beta testing in May In addition..
2 years ago

PayPal Announces BTC Rewards for Sustainable Miners

In an effort to lessen the negative environmental effects of cryptocurrency operations, PayPal has announced plans to provide incentives for Bitcoin mining businesses to implement eco-friendly methods PayPal's Blockchain Research Group suggests using "cryptoeconomic incentives" to incentivize Bitcoin miners to switch to low-carbon energy..
2 years ago