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


Sports Betting Syndicate Exposed in Spain’s Major Operation

In a collaborative effort, the Spanish National Police and international agencies like Europol, and the Spanish Tax Agency have detained 23 individuals This bust is linked to a major crime syndicate believed to have manipulated sports events for betting gains One of the group's top members, who was on Interpol's Red Notice list for match-fixing,..
3 years ago

LeoVegas Group Scores Partnership with Premier League’s Wolverhampton Wanderers FC

LeoVegas Group, a worldwide iGaming operator well-known in the European mobile casino market, is preparing to expand its international sports betting footprint in the 2023/24 season through an exciting relationship with Premier League football club Wolverhampton Wanderers FC This agreement demonstrates LeoVegas Group's strategic commitment on..
3 years ago

Play’n GO Expands Its Reach in the US with West Virginia Debut

In a strategic move to further establish its presence in North America, renowned casino game supplier Play'n GO has set its sights on West Virginia The company recently confirmed its entry into the state, marking its debut in West Virginia's thriving iGaming market Play'n GO's highly engaging and immersive games have now gone live in collaboration..
3 years ago

Japan Increases Rewards for Anonymous Crime Reporting to Combat Illegal Gambling

Governments and gaming authorities throughout the world are on a never-ending crusade to battle illicit gambling businesses who disrupt regulated industries, cheat taxes, and, in some cases, have links to criminal networks In order to combat illicit gambling and related crimes, Japan has announced a big incentive: it would significantly increase..
3 years ago

Nottingham Forest’s Harry Toffolo Receives Suspended Ban for Betting Breaches

The English Football Association (FA) has issued a five-month suspension on Nottingham Forest defender Harry Toffolo after he admitted to 375 violations of the FA's betting laws The ban is in effect until the end of the 2024-25 football season Toffolo was also fined £20,956 (€24,374/$26,202) in connection with the case Toffolo was accused in..
3 years ago

AC Milan Announces Exciting Gambling Partnerships with Leyu Sports and Sekabet

AC Milan, the renowned professional soccer club, has made a splash in the world of sports partnerships by partnering with Leyu Sports and Sekabet These strategic collaborations represent the club's introduction into Asian and Turkish betting markets, providing fans with new and exciting alternatives AC Milan recognizes Leyu Sports as a premier..
3 years ago

Scattered Spider Group Linked to MGM Cyberattack as Company Braces for Significant Risks

MGM Resorts International has found itself in the midst of an unparalleled cybersecurity problem, in an unexpected turn of events As a result of the aftermath, the resort and gaming conglomerate took the extraordinary step of shutting down various computer systems and temporarily deactivating its official website While the event was first thought..
3 years ago

Sweden Proposes Increased Funding for Gambling Supervision

In order to strengthen its grip over the gambling industry, the Swedish government has proposed increasing the budgets of Spelinspektionen and Finansinspektionen for the year 2024 This project aims to contribute SEK 108 million (about $970,000) to the gaming authority to supplement its resources The government plans to give Spelinspektionen SEK..
3 years ago

Caesars Entertainment’s Loyalty Program Hit by Cyberattack

In a recent announcement, Caesars Entertainment confirmed that it had fallen victim to a cyberattack that targeted its loyalty program database The casino and resort operator disclosed the breach in a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 14 The incident, stemming from a social engineering attack on an outsourced IT..
3 years ago

Major Online Gambling Operator Kindrerd Exits Norwegian Market

Several big online gambling companies, including Unibet, Betsson, ComeOn, and Bet365, are exiting the Norwegian industry The action comes after the Norwegian gaming authority, Lotteritilsynet, started action against these firms in an effort to reduce unlawful gambling in the nation While Lotteritilsynet did not identify Kindred explicitly, it..
3 years ago

MGM Resorts Investigates Cyber Incident as FBI Launches Probe

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is conducting an inquiry into a recent "cyber incident" at MGM Resorts International According to corporate comments, the problem caused the temporary outage of computer systems at MGM Resorts sites across the United States While the FBI has classified the investigation as continuing and has offered no..
3 years ago

Yaamava’ Resort & Casino at San Manuel Garners Top Honors in 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards

Yaamava' Resort & Casino at San Manuel, located in California, has been bestowed with the esteemed title of "Best Casino Outside of Las Vegas" in the prestigious USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards Furthermore, the casino's premier fine dining establishment, The Pines Modern Steakhouse, clinched the coveted accolade of "Best Casino..
3 years ago

Grandstand Casino Fined $80,000 by AGCO for Alleged Cheating Scheme Involving Craps Dealer

Following charges of a cheating scheme involving a craps dealer, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) fined Grandstand Casino, formerly known as Woodbine Casino, $80,000 The AGCO claims that Grandstand Casino did not act appropriately based on accessible information, such as financial data and letters indicating "heavy and..
3 years ago

Michigan Shuts Down Golden Heart Games Over Illegal Online Gambling Operations

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has filed a complaint against Golden Heart Games, a charity sweepstakes operator located in Massachusetts, for providing illegal internet gambling services within the state Golden Heart Games has previously been cautioned by the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) for operating without the proper..
3 years ago

Dutch Regulator Warns Betent and Play North Limited Over AML and CTF Violations

The Netherlands' gaming authority, the Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), recently issued warnings to Betent and Play North Limited for breaches of anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CTF) guidelines in 2022 These violations included the Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing (Prevention) Act (Wwft) The KSA investigation..
3 years ago

PCB Officials Kalson and Ali’s Casino Dinner Raises Eyebrows in Cricket Circles

This week, media manager Umar Farooq Kalson and general manager Adnan Ali of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) found themselves under the lens of scrutiny Both were seen at a casino in Colombo, Sri Lanka, during the Asia Cup competition Such appearances at gambling establishments, even without participating in the act, conflict with the standards..
3 years ago

Australia Moves to Ban Credit Card Gambling

By proposing the Interactive Gambling Amendment (Credit and Other Measures) Bill 2023, Australia is taking substantial efforts to combat problem gambling The bill intends to prohibit the use of credit cards and other credit-related items for online gambling This regulation also applies to digital money used in gambling The proposed measure..
3 years ago

Hard Rock Bet Poised for Florida Sports Betting Launch as Legal Battle Heats Up

The legal battle over the launch of Hard Rock Bet's sports betting platform in Florida has taken another turn, with the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit denying West Flagler and Associates' request for a rehearing of their case against the United States Department of the Interior This result opens the door for..
3 years ago

Google Wins Appeal Against $800,000 Fine Over Alleged Dignity Decree Breaches in Italy

Google has won its appeal against a €750,000 ($803,400) punishment levied by Italy's Communications Authority, AGCOM, for suspected violations of the Dignity Decree The Dignity Decree, which went into effect in Italy in 2019, prohibited all types of gambling-related advertising, including both land-based and internet sectors, as well as radio..
3 years ago

The Star Entertainment Group and Konami Extend and Expand Partnership to Revolutionize Casino Experiences

The Star Entertainment Group, an Australian premium casino operator, has announced the continuation and growth of its long-standing cooperation with Konami Gaming, a well-known producer of casino gaming and system technology Since their first agreement in 2008, the two businesses have been working, and this expanded arrangement confirms their..
3 years ago