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


SOFTSWISS Survey Highlights Asia’s Dominance in Online High-Stakes Betting

SOFTSWISS recently revealed that Asia is at the forefront when it comes to online VIP gambling, based on a study While Asia dominates in high stakes, Europe outshines in terms of financial gains The acquired data from SOFTSWISS, a premier iGaming technology firm, indicates that Asia currently has the largest pool of VIP gamblers Conversely,..
3 years ago

Chicago Gaming Company Manager Sentenced in Bribery Scheme Involving Lawmakers

A key development is the five-and-a-half-year jail term that James T Weiss, manager of a sweepstakes gaming corporation in Chicago, received for his participation in a complicated bribery conspiracy that involved two Illinois senators The latest announcement from the Northern District of Illinois US Attorney's Office highlights the negative..
3 years ago

Lawsuit Accuses Former Resorts World Las Vegas Executive of Negligence and Conspiracy

Attorney Marshall Cole of California filed a six-count complaint against Scott Sibella and Resorts World Las Vegas alleging negligence, civil conspiracy, and intentional infliction of mental distress Since the casino's inauguration in June 2021, Cipriani has been a frequent gambler there He is requesting an undisclosed amount in compensation and..
3 years ago

South Korea Grapples with Rising Online Gambling Addiction Among Youth

According to a study by The Korea Times, South Korea is seeing a significant rise in the addiction to internet gambling among young people as a result of unregulated rogue operators focusing on this market Despite the absence of regulated internet gambling choices in South Korea, the number of young people seeking help for gambling addiction..
3 years ago

UKGC and US Regulators Forge Stronger Ties for Safer Gambling

Tim Miller, the executive director of the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC), said at the recent G2E conference in Las Vegas that the UKGC is actively seeking to develop a tighter working relationship with US authorities With the regulation of the global gaming sector, there has been a substantial movement toward international..
3 years ago

Entain Restructures Esports B2C Business

Global gaming and sports betting firm Entain is revamping its esports-focused business-to-consumer (B2C) activities including Unikrn as part of a strategic change that is in line with current industry developments This choice is consistent with the company's overarching strategy to adjust to shifting market circumstances The well-known esports..
3 years ago

Richmond Voters at Crossroads Over Casino Proposal

Voters in Richmond, Virginia are about to make a significant choice about the planned Richmond Grand Resort & Casino This vote, set for November 7, will decide if the planned casino and entertainment venue's appeal of tax income and employment prospects outweighs worries about transparency and the dangers of more gambling The outcome..
3 years ago

Sweden Takes a Stand Against Match-Fixing and will Join Macolin Convention

Sweden's plans to join the Macolin Convention, also known as the Convention on the Manipulation of Sports Competitions, have been made public by Niklas Wykman, Sweden's Minister of Financial Markets, and Jakob Forssmed, Sweden's Minister for Health and Social Affairs The nation's resolve to addressing this urgent issue was underscored by this..
3 years ago

AGA Unveils Gaming Industry’s $329 Billion Contribution to US Economy

With 45 states and the District of Columbia allowing casinos, online gaming, and sports betting, gambling has firmly established itself as a growing industry across the United States The American Gaming Association (AGA), a prominent voice in the US gambling industry, has released a research that details the yearly economic effects of legalized..
3 years ago

Macau’s Gaming Industry Sets New Records Post-COVID

Macau, the renowned gaming hub, has witnessed an impressive resurgence in its gaming industry, setting new records for daily average gross gaming revenue (GGR) in the first eight days of October Brokerage firm Morgan Stanley reports that Macau's GGR reached an estimated MOP830 million ($103 million), surpassing all previous post-COVID records This..
3 years ago

UK Universities Investigate Gambling Sponsorships and Public Health

A group of prestigious institutions in the UK will conduct ground-breaking study into the suspected connections between gambling sponsorships and their effects on public health This research project, titled "Unraveling the Link: Revisiting 'Addictive' Sport Sponsorship in British History," has received major financing from the Welcome Institute..
3 years ago

Bally’s Chicago Casino Makes a Mark in River North Neighborhood

The ancient Medinah Temple, which houses Bally's Chicago Casino, has quickly grown to be a thriving part of Chicago's River North area The casino has only been open for three weeks, but already it has brought in more than 80,000 guests and made over $67 million in revenue, according to the Illinois Gaming Board A Strong Debut in Chicago The..
3 years ago

Howard Hughes Holdings Ventures into the Casino Market with Seaport Entertainment

The first entrance into the casino business by Howard Hughes Holdings (HHH) represents a considerable expansion beyond the company's current portfolio of retail, commercial, and residential buildings spread throughout many US states To manage its entertainment-related assets in New York and Las Vegas as part of its casino investment, HHH..
3 years ago

A Missouri Standoff with Casinos vs. Unregulated Slot Machines

At the center of a growing controversy in Missouri stands Torch Electronics Partnering with a convenience store operator, they've sparked a legal debate about their unregulated slot machines found across gas stations, bars, and other local spots In a turn of events, Torch now finds itself challenged by the Missouri Gaming Association..
3 years ago

Cell Phone Video Steers the Legal Tides in Ameristar Casino Lawsuit

The legal case between Georgia card counter, Joseph Shiraef, and Ameristar Casino in Black Hawk took yet another turn A judge recently declined a motion to re-evaluate Shiraef's case, which began in August At its core, Shiraef alleges that he was wrongfully held by the casino's staff This action led to an unwanted interaction with the Colorado..
3 years ago

Legal Dispute Intensifies Between Caliplay and Playtech

In an unexpected turn of events, Caliplay is attempting to cut its links with Playtech, casting doubt on their long-standing collaboration, and the conflict between the two gaming titans has now turned legal Caliplay, a partnership between Playtech and the dominant Mexican gambling company Caliente, finds itself involved in a maze of legal..
3 years ago

Romania Takes Aim at Stricter Regulations and Fees for Gambling Operators

The Romanian government is reaffirming its intention to charge gambling firms higher license costs and operating standards Strict limitations on gambling operations are laid forth in a draft of emergency legislation that the Ministry of Finance recently revealed Notably, all gaming establishments—aside from casinos—will be forbidden from..
3 years ago

Ole Miss Academic to Research Online Sports Betting for State Panel

Ronald Rychlak, a law professor at the University of Mississippi, has been selected by Lt Governor Delbert Hosemann to serve on the state's first task group on mobile and internet sports betting This action was taken after House Bill 606, which was passed in March and required the creation of a 13-member task group to look into the difficulties..
3 years ago

RubyPlay Ventures into the US Market with Exciting Partnership

RubyPlay, a pioneering business-to-business (B2B) iGaming content provider, celebrated a key milestone by forging a first-to-market entry in the United States This important decision was made feasible thanks to a strategic content distribution alliance with Yellow Social Interactive (YSI), a social gaming operator that is quickly growing This..
3 years ago

Paddy Power Shuts Down Underperforming Stores in Ireland

Due to poor performance, Irish gambling giant Paddy Power has announced the closing of 21 retail stores in Ireland This choice is a result of a larger initiative to simplify processes and meet changing client demands The well-known Irish gambling company Paddy Power has strategically decided to shut 21 of its retail sites in the country The..
3 years ago