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


The Queen Baton Rouge Casino Debuts After $85 Million Transformation

The Queen Baton Rouge, formerly known as Hollywood Casino Baton Rouge, opened its doors to the public at 9:00 pm on Thursday, fulfilling a long-awaited dream This gala event commemorated the end of a two-year refurbishment project that converted the casino into a treasure of entertainment and excitement This casino, located at 1717 N River Road in..
3 years ago

Realty Income Acquires 22% Stake in Bellagio from Blackstone for $300 Million

Realty Income, a prominent property owning business with a wide portfolio spanning the United States and Europe, has agreed to buy a 22% share in the historic Bellagio resort in Las Vegas from Blackstone, a global investing powerhouse This strategic alliance is a watershed moment in the worlds of real estate and gaming Realty Income is paying a..
3 years ago

Major and Minor Casinos in Vietnam Await Inspection

Vietnam's Finance Ministry is planning to inspect casinos throughout the nation Local news source, VnExpress, has unveiled this based on a government announcement While the full details of these inspections remain undisclosed, there's mention of several casinos not following regulations Specifically, some have catered to unauthorized customers and..
3 years ago

RocketPlay Introduces Innovative Sports Jackpots Feature

With its breakthrough Sports Jackpots feature, online casino operator RocketPlay has set the stage for a thrilling leap in the world of sports betting This new service, designed to entice sports fans and betting lovers, opens the door to intriguing rewards that await those who partake in the excitement of wagering The Sports Jackpots feature..
3 years ago

Yahoo Sportsbook Powered by William Hill Opens at The Venetian

The highly anticipated Yahoo Sportsbook, powered by William Hill, opened its doors at The Venetian in Las Vegas, ushering in a unique chapter in the world of sports betting This unique sportsbook, the result of a multi-year naming rights arrangement, offers a new age of immersive and engaging experiences for both avid bettors and sports..
3 years ago

UK Gambling Commission’s Annual Report Reveals Insights into Gambling Landscape

The Gambling Commission, the UK's gambling regulating authority, has released its latest annual report, which sheds light on its performance during the fiscal year 2022/2023 under the leadership of Chairman Marcus Boyle and CEO Andrew Rhodes According to the survey, a startling 236 million individuals in the United Kingdom gambled between April..
3 years ago

Safer Gambling Initiatives Take Center Stage in Sky Betting and Gaming’s EFL Partnership

Sky Betting and Gaming's Chief Commercial Officer, Steve Birch, has emphasized his company's long-standing cooperation with the English Football League (EFL), underlining their shared commitment to responsible gambling Birch's statement to the Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) in the UK, as the relationship enters its second decade, emphasized the..
3 years ago

Legal Sports Betting in the U.S. Hits $250 Billion Milestone

Five years have gone since the United States Supreme Court issued a historic judgment, known as the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA), lifting the federal ban on sports betting Following this historic decision, current reports show that the total handle for all 30 US jurisdictions has already topped an astonishing $250 billion..
3 years ago

NCAA’s Big 12 Conference Partners with US Integrity to Safeguard Sports Betting Integrity

The National Collegiate Athletic Association's (NCAA) Big 12 Conference has formed a strategic partnership with sports betting integrity watchdog US Integrity This collaboration is a key step in preserving the conference's integrity in sports betting, as US Integrity will provide the Big 12 with superior monitoring software and tools to prevent..
3 years ago

German Sports Betting Association Clarifies Misinterpretation of Gambling Survey Results

The Deutsche Sportwettenverband (DSWV), the German organisation of sports betting operators, has published a statement in response to media stories that misinterpreted the results of a 2021 Gambling Survey The DSWV voiced disagreement with the survey's representation of the number of people classified as problem gamblers, as well as some..
3 years ago

Entain Confirms Redundancies in its Australian Business

Entain, a major participant in the worldwide betting and gaming sector, has confirmed rumors of layoffs within its Australian operations This confirmation comes after the Australian Financial Review reported that Entain had laid off over 50 staff in its Australia branch While the precise number of job losses is unknown, sources estimate it to be..
3 years ago

Former Wells Fargo Advisor Faces Prison for Exploitative Financial Scheme

A former Wells Fargo financial advisor working out of Union County, New Jersey, has been sentenced to three years and six months in jail This conviction stems from organizing a complicated financial fraud plan that resulted in a $626,478 loss for five customers The defendant, 39, preyed on the vulnerabilities of his victims, who included the..
3 years ago

Gaming Innovation Group (GiG) to Empower Mooir eGaming’s New iGaming Venture with Casino Platform Solution

Gaming Innovation Group (GiG) has signed a ground-breaking agreement to deliver its innovative casino platform solution for Mooir eGaming's upcoming igaming offering With the integration of GiG's cutting-edge player account management (PAM) technology, this strategic alliance is poised to revolutionize the landscape of online casinos GiG's..
3 years ago

Macau’s Gaming Industry Surges Ahead with Impressive $10 Billion Gross Revenue in H1 2023

Macau's brilliant lights remain bright as the area proudly secures the coveted title of the world's best gaming destination for the first half of 2023 Macau's casinos have surpassed all predictions, exceeding even the famed gaming paradise of Nevada, with a remarkable gross gambling revenue (GGR) of approximately $10 billion The Wall Street..
3 years ago

German Gambling Authority Questions Legality of Malta’s Bill 55 and Its European Compliance

The German gambling regulator, the Gemeinsamen Glücksspielbehörde der Länder (GGL), has expressed worry over Malta's newly approved Bill No 55, which provides gaming operators with protection from responsibility for MGA-licensed operations According to the GGL, the legislation may not be in accordance with European law, namely the Recast..
3 years ago

ASA Sides with William Hill in Tweet Controversy Involving Robbie Savage

The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) ruled in favor of William Hill, a renowned British bookmaker, in a dispute involving a tweet depicting former professional soccer player Robbie Savage The ASA was first concerned about a small video clip showing former soccer star Robbie Savage that was released on Twitter in February 2023 Given his..
3 years ago

BlueBet Faces Significant Fine for Advertising Breach in Victoria

The Victorian regulatory organization VGCCC is now investigating BlueBet for breaking state advertising restrictions The allegations come from the placement of three gambling adverts on Victoria billboards over a two-week period last year, from August 29 to September 11, 2022 BlueBet's activities, according to the VGCCC, violated section 471 of..
3 years ago

Malta Gaming Authority Reinstates Green Feather Online’s Licence

Green Feather Online's B2C Gaming Service Licence has been reinstated by the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) The MGA suspended Green Feather's license earlier this month, forcing the operator to cease all operations covered by the licence Green Feather was suspended as a result of several violations of Malta's gambling compliance and enforcement..
3 years ago

BetCity.nl Partners with Mindway AI to Bolster Responsible Gambling Initiatives

BetCitynl, a famous Dutch sports betting and gaming operator, has entered into a partnership with Mindway AI, a recognized provider of responsible gambling solutions, in a key step toward assuring player protection and responsible gambling practices BetCitynl, part of the Entain Group, is working with Mindway AI to strengthen its commitment to..
3 years ago

Swedish National Audit Office to Review Spelinspektionen’s Gambling Oversight

The Swedish National Audit Office has disclosed intentions to conduct a thorough audit of Spelinspektionen's monitoring of the country's gaming market in order to improve openness and effectiveness in the regulation of Sweden's gambling business This in-depth research will analyze the regulator's policies, actions, and overall efficiency in..
3 years ago