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


Rivers Casino Portsmouth Celebrates First Year with Time Capsule

Rivers Casino Portsmouth marked its first anniversary on Victory Boulevard with a unique Time Capsule Ceremony this Saturday The event celebrated Virginia's first permanent casino, a landmark in the state's gaming history What You Need to Know Rivers Casino Portsmouth celebrated its first anniversary as Virginia's first permanent..
2 years ago

Rivers Casino Pittsburgh Awards $1.39 Million in Pai Gow Poker Jackpot

A local Pittsburgh resident struck it big at Rivers Casino Pittsburgh, winning a massive $1,391,967 jackpot in Fortune Pai Gow Poker This event took place on Sunday around 2:45 am, marking a record-breaking win for the casino The lucky player's success came from a seven-card straight flush with cards ranging from 10 to 4 of clubs Adding to their..
2 years ago

Mistaken Email Promises Free Play at Oxford Casino in Maine

A recent mishap at Oxford Casino in Maine has caused disappointment among its patrons The casino accidentally sent out an email to a large number of guests, informing them they had won $250 in free play, only to withdraw the offer later This mistake led to frustration among the recipients of the email Free play in casinos typically allows..
2 years ago

Gambling Revenue in Pennsylvania Tops $5.70 Billion in 2023

In 2023, Pennsylvania's gambling industry reached a new high with revenues totaling $570 billion This record-setting figure was primarily driven by the robust performance of iGaming and sports betting, marking a 93% increase from 2022's record of $521 billion The state's gambling revenue encompasses earnings from a variety of sources including..
2 years ago

Gemini Gains Digital Asset Service Provider Status in France

The well-known cryptocurrency exchange Gemini has successfully registered with the French financial markets regulator Autorité des marchés financiers (AMF) as a digital asset service provider (DASP) This event follows Gemini's calculated decision to locate its EU headquarters in Ireland in 2022, which strengthened the company's position in more..
2 years ago

Marina Bay Sands Introduces $750 Million Phase 2 Revamp Between Travel Boom

The company that created Marina Bay Sands (MBS) in Singapore, Las Vegas Sands, has revealed plans for a massive $750 million investment that would usher in a new age of extravagant living for the integrated casino, hotel, and conference center This substantial infusion is a calculated attempt to strengthen MBS's position in the upscale hospitality..
2 years ago

Cedric Pietersz Takes the Helm as CEO of Curaçao Gaming Control Board

Cedric Pietersz takes over as CEO of the Curaçao gambling Control Board (GCB), marking a major turning point in the regulatory framework for the gambling industry in the country In addition to managing the shift to the National Ordinance for Games of Chance (LOK), he is responsible for supervising licensing operations that are currently..
2 years ago

Virginia State Senator Dave Marsden Proposes Revised Casino Bill for Tysons Development

Senator Dave Marsden of Virginia has made a calculated move by reintroducing a measure that would establish a resort-style casino, emulating the model of the well-known MGM National Harbor Residents' objections have been addressed in the new proposal, which now designates Tysons as the only option Sen Marsden's original attempt to bring a..
2 years ago

New York Executive Budget Deals Setback to Online Casino Legalization Efforts

The recent release of New York Governor Kathy Hochul's executive budget for 2025 has clouded the prospects for the state's legalization of internet casinos Similar to the previous year's budget, the removal of possible tax income from the growth of online casinos deals a serious blow, especially to Senator Joseph Addabbo's Senate Bill..
2 years ago

888 Holdings Faces Revenue Dip in 2023 due to Dotcom Shift and Regulatory Challenges

The shares of William Hill's parent firm, 888 Holdings, saw a steep plunge on Wednesday, falling more than 14% The decline in revenue for 2023 was ascribed by the corporation to a deliberate shift away from dotcom markets and the more stringent regulations surrounding the gaming industry 888 Holdings predicted an 8% annual revenue reduction, or..
2 years ago

OnAir Entertainment Faces Accusations by Whistleblower

Ivans Ivanovs, a former employee, has levied shocking charges against OnAir Entertainment, the creator of live casino games, alleging they had unlawful access to Playtech's internal systems for a two-year duration The violation of confidence continued even after Playtech Live Latvia's major player Igor Veliks left According to Ivanovs, Veliks..
2 years ago

New York’s Soaring Sports Betting Revenue Surpasses $1.55 Billion Mark

Governor Kathy Hochul said with pride that since mobile sports betting became legal in 2022, New York has collected an astounding $155 billion in tax revenue This astounding amount not only sets a revenue record, but it also confirms that New York is the biggest mobile sports betting market in the country The Empire State's mobile sports..
2 years ago

BlackRock Introduces New Ad Following SEC’s Green Light on Bitcoin ETF

The biggest asset manager in the world, BlackRock, has released a new commercial to commemorate the US Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) recent approval of its Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) The SEC approved all 11 spot BTC ETFs that were being considered, marking a historic occasion in the industry The commercial emphasizes the..
2 years ago

HashKey Group Secures $100 Million in Series A Funding, Valuation Surpasses $1.2 Billion

The owner of two Hong Kong-based, legal cryptocurrency exchanges, HashKey Group, has secured around $100 million in a Series A funding round, valuing the company at more than $12 billion pre-money This important milestone was highlighted in a news release on January 16 by the 2018-founded crypto management firm with its headquarters located in..
2 years ago

North Fork Mono Casino & Resort Receives Green Light for Construction

The North Fork Rancheria of Mono Indians marks a major accomplishment with the government approval of the North Fork Mono Casino & Resort project in California, the result of more than two decades of tenacious efforts This significant achievement paves the way for the tribe to begin building later in 2024, capping an extensive administrative..
2 years ago

Caesars Windsor’s License Battle Introduces Three Powerhouses

The prestigious license to run Caesars Windsor's slot machines and blackjack tables is currently the subject of intense competition, which is a ground-breaking development for the venerable casino Following thirty years under the leadership of Caesars Entertainment Inc, Mohegan Gaming and Entertainment, an Indigenous-owned company, Bally's Corp,..
2 years ago

Circle CEO Anticipates U.S. Stablecoin Law in Near Future

Circle's CEO, Jeremy Allaire, remains optimistic about the United States introducing a stablecoin law within this year, 2024 During a recent interview with CNBC on January 15, Allaire discussed the growing momentum in this area and the likelihood of seeing new legislation soon Allaire highlighted the global trend of regulating digital dollar..
2 years ago

Visitors in Las Vegas Cash In on Multiple Jackpots

An exciting event occurred at Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas, Nevada, when a lucky tourist won a million dollars playing Aristocrat's Wild Wild Buffalo slot machine The gigantic prize, totaling to $1,031,19936, provided an extra dimension of excitement to the player's experience Favorite Aristocrat slot game Wild Wild Buffalo..
2 years ago

Bitfinex Thwarts Exploit Attempt as XRP Ledger Feature Comes Under Scrutiny

In an attempted exploit on prominent cryptocurrency exchange Bitfinex, nearly $15 billion worth of XRP was flagged for transfer, raising concerns in the crypto community However, Bitfinex's robust security systems foiled the attempt, and the actual transfer turned out to be just a few cents worth of XRP On Monday, WhaleAlerts, an on-chain..
2 years ago

Caesars Entertainment Showcases Grand Transformation at Harrah’s Hoosier Park

With the conclusion of an enormous expansion project at Harrah's Hoosier Park Racing & Casino, Caesars Entertainment has achieved a significant milestone With more than 30,000 extra square feet, the renovation adds a combination of gaming and dining experiences to the prestigious facility The renovated hotel had a spectacular ribbon-cutting..
2 years ago