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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  • Casino
  • US Market
  • iGaming

Ricky's latest articles


Michigan Online Casinos and Sportsbooks Set New Records in October

Michigan posted its strongest online gambling month to date, with iGaming and sports betting both climbing sharply in October Fresh data from the Michigan Gaming Control Board showed major growth across the state after a weaker September Good to Know Sportsbooks brought in $738M in gross receipts, more than double last year Michigan..
5 months ago

Point Place Casino Hotel Opens Major $50M Expansion

The Oneida Indian Nation marked the grand opening of a major expansion at Point Place Casino Hotel in Madison County, unveiling new amenities and a larger gaming floor The $50 million project, located in Bridgeport, brings a hotel, expanded dining options, and more gaming space to the property Good to Know The expansion doubled the..
5 months ago

Codere Online Posts Steady Q3 Results as Customer Activity Rises in Mexico and Spain

Codere Online shared preliminary Q3 2025 figures that show stable revenue and growing customer engagement across its core markets The operator, active in Spain and Latin America, released unaudited results for the quarter ending September 30 Good to Know Mexico remained the largest market, with strong customer growth despite currency..
5 months ago

Resorts World New York Adjusts Strategy in Downstate Bid

Resorts World New York plans to ask state regulators for changes to the tax terms included in its recent downstate casino bid A Bloomberg report points to upcoming discussions that could adjust one of the most aggressive financial offers in the licensing race Good to Know Resorts World New York previously volunteered one of the highest..
5 months ago

Sri Lanka Sets December 1 Start For Gambling Regulatory Authority

A new phase for Sri Lanka gambling oversight arrives soon, with the Gambling Regulatory Authority Act set to take effect on December 1 A gazette published in the name of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake confirmed the effective date, setting the foundation for a regulator designed to reshape supervision of betting, gaming venues, and casino..
5 months ago

Gambling Loss Deduction Bill Still Awaits Congressional Action

The gambling loss tax deduction issue remains unsettled in Congress as the House of Representatives returns to its regular calendar The measure aimed at restoring a full deduction for gambling losses has not advanced despite support from members of both major parties Good to Know Deduction is set to fall from 100 percent to a 90..
5 months ago

New Bally’s Baton Rouge Casino Set To Open December 6

A more formal phase of development began in Baton Rouge as Bally’s prepared to introduce a new land-based casino on December 6 The project follows an investment exceeding 160 million dollars and represents the approved relocation of the former riverboat facility, The Belle of Baton Rouge, onto land Good to Know Temporary gaming ends..
5 months ago

US Treasury Targets Hysa Family Over Money Laundering Allegations

A new round of US financial actions placed attention on an international commercial network tied to the Albanian Hysa family Treasury officials announced sanctions after investigators traced complex transactions that routed cartel proceeds through companies operating in several countries Good to Know Treasury targeted more than twenty..
5 months ago

Hard Rock Casino Tejon Opens In California

A new rush of energy hit Kern County as Hard Rock Casino Tejon opened its doors after a lively Guitar Smash ceremony that drew a large crowd and strong community support The project stands as a milestone for the Tejon Indian Tribe and brings a new entertainment anchor to the Southern San Joaquin Valley Good to Know Project cost reached..
5 months ago

Massachusetts Debates New Curbs On Sports Betting

A tense debate unfolded in Massachusetts as lawmakers examined stronger controls around online betting activity Concerns from families, young bettors, and treatment advocates pushed the discussion into sharper focus during a recent committee hearing Good to Know Bill S 302 aims to ban in-game prop bets and cut sports betting ads during..
5 months ago

Iran Works With BRICS on Crypto to Ease Sanctions Pressure

Iran continues to explore digital currencies as a way to keep trade moving while working around long-standing restrictions The topic took center stage during the deBlock Summit, the country’s first major government-supported blockchain gathering, where officials framed crypto as part of Iran’s plan to stabilize economic activity under renewed..
5 months ago

Bally’s Reports Higher Q3 Revenue As Chicago, Bronx And Las Vegas Projects Advance

Bally's Corporation posted $6637 million in third-quarter revenue for the period ending September 30, 2025, marking a year-over-year increase as the company continues to advance several high-profile casino developments across the United States Good to Know Q3 revenue rose 54 percent and beat analyst expectations Chicago construction..
5 months ago

Durango Keeps Growing As Red Rock Resorts Adds High Limit Room And Parking Garage

Red Rock Resorts is pushing ahead with more development at its Durango property in Las Vegas The company confirmed that a new high-limit slot room and a large parking garage will open on December 15, adding another round of upgrades less than a year after the casino first launched Good to Know High-limit slot room opens at 5 pm with..
5 months ago

Entain Announces €800 Million Bond Offering

Entain Plc will launch a new bond offering worth the equivalent of €800 million as it continues to reshape its debt profile and improve its long-term financial position The company said the move supports broader efforts to cut interest costs, extend maturities, and create more stability across the balance sheet Good to Know Entain..
5 months ago

Flutter Shows Strong Q3 But FanDuel Revenue Slips

Flutter Entertainment posted strong Q3 results, even though FanDuel recorded a revenue dip during the same period Group revenue climbed 17% year over year, helped by growth in key international markets and steady gains in online gaming Good to Know FanDuel revenue dropped 5% while US sector revenue still grew 9% Flutter generated..
5 months ago

Social Plus Becomes New Identity For Sweepstakes Style Gaming

The Social Gaming Leadership Alliance is working to change how sweepstakes style games are viewed by players, regulators, and industry rivals The group now promotes a new label called Social Plus, aiming to clear up confusion and rebuild trust across a fast-changing market Good to Know Social Plus replaces the older sweepstakes casino..
5 months ago

Full House Q3 Revenue Climbs on Strong Casino Performance

Full House Resorts released its third-quarter 2025 earnings on Thursday, showing that stronger performance at its American Place and Chamonix casinos helped offset disruptions tied to renovations and asset sales The company delivered improved financials with narrower losses as new properties continued to ramp up across key markets Good to..
5 months ago

DoubleDown Interactive Q3 2025 Revenue Climbs 15.5% to $95.8 Million

DoubleDown Interactive has posted a strong performance for the third quarter of 2025, reporting a 155% rise in revenue to $958 million The digital gaming operator also recorded net income of $308 million, up 26% year-over-year, fueled by player growth and expanding iGaming operations through its subsidiary SuprNation Good to Know..
5 months ago

Melco Resorts Reports 12.4% Higher Revenue in Q3 2025

Melco Resorts & Entertainment reported revenue of $131 billion for the third quarter ending Sept 30, 2025 The performance reflects steady recovery across Macau and improving contribution from Cyprus, even as a 33-hour typhoon shutdown briefly interrupted operations Good to Know Gaming revenue totaled $106b, non-gaming revenue..
5 months ago

VGW Ends Sweeps Coin Play in West Virginia

VGW is winding down Sweeps Coin play in West Virginia The phaseout affects well-known platforms Chumba Casino and LuckyLand Slots, followed shortly by Global Poker Communication to players outlines a scheduled withdrawal period running from mid-November through Nov 25 Good to Know Sweeps Coin redemption will stop completely on Nov 25..
5 months ago