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


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..
6 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..
6 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..
6 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..
6 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..
6 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..
6 months ago

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..
6 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..
6 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..
6 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..
6 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..
6 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..
6 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..
6 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..
6 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..
6 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..
6 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..
6 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..
6 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..
6 months ago