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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  • US Market
  • iGaming

Ricky's latest articles


Kentucky Set to Launch Sports Betting in Less Than 60 Days

Kentucky residents will soon be able to place legal sports bets as the state prepares to establish its sports betting market in less than 60 days On Monday, Governor Andy Beshear, lawmakers, and the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission made the much-anticipated announcement The Kentucky Horse Racing Commission unanimously voted in favour of laws..
3 years ago

Kindred Group’s Unibet Expands Operations in Pennsylvania’s Sports Betting Market

Unibet, a Kindred Group-owned sportsbook based in Malta, is poised to open new offices in Pennsylvania, one of the country's largest legal sports betting markets As it expands its presence across the country, the business is revamping its own sports betting software in the Keystone State Unibet's online betting services in Pennsylvania..
3 years ago

Paddy Power Becomes Official Sponsor of PDC World Darts Championship

Paddy Power, an Irish gaming company, has revealed its official sponsorship of the 2017 PDC World Darts Championship Paddy Power promised its patrons a room full of "bleary-eyed revellers, raucous singing, and ill-fitting and even more ill-judged attire" in its trademark tongue-in-cheek flair Paddy Power described the sponsorship agreement as a..
3 years ago

Maryland Sports Betting Generates $2.8 Million in Tax Revenue

The state's lottery announced that sports betting produced $28 million in tax revenue last month, indicating that Maryland's sports betting market is thriving Because of the availability of 10 retail and 10 mobile sportsbooks, the total wagering handle reached an impressive $2545 million in June Maryland gamblers have wagered nearly $3 billion on..
3 years ago

ESA Gaming and NetBet Italy Join Forces to Enhance Online Casino Offering

NetBet Italy, a well-known online gambling operator, has entered into an agreement with ESA Gaming, a renowned developer of online casino games NetBet Italy will integrate ESA Gaming's revolutionary EasySwipeTM game library into its platform as part of the agreement, increasing the gaming experience for its Italian gamers EasySwipeTM games are..
3 years ago

Swedish Democrats Member Requests Divestment of Svenska Spel Sport & Casino

Swedish Democrat Jonas Andersson has publicly requested explanation from Minister of Finance Elisabeth Svetesson on her intentions to divest Svenska Spel Sport & Casino Svenska Spel AB is a Swedish state-owned gambling firm with two major divisions that handle sports and classic number lotteries, as well as a casino network through its..
3 years ago

Las Vegas Police Officer to Stand Trial for Casino Heists

A jury has been selected for the trial of Caleb Rogers, a Las Vegas police officer accused in a string of casino robberies The trial is slated to begin with opening remarks on Tuesday, with federal prosecutors portraying Rogers as a gambling addict who resorted to thievery due to mounting debts The trial is expected to take a full week Rogers,..
3 years ago

Crown Faces Landmark Penalty for Money Laundering Breaches at Melbourne and Perth Casinos

Crown, a major casino operator, could face a whopping penalties of about $500 million for failing to prevent money laundering and terrorism financing at its Melbourne and Perth casinos The Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (AUSTRAC), in collaboration with the Crown, filed a lawsuit in the Federal Court seeking a $450 million..
3 years ago

Zitro Releases Groundbreaking Mega Lounge at Hotel Casino Chaves

With the opening of the Mega Lounge at Hotel Casino Chaves, Zitro, a leading gaming corporation, has just achieved a significant jump in the Portuguese gaming market Through its collaboration with Grupo Solverde, this ground-breaking relationship increases Zitro's presence in Portugal even further Hotel Casino Chaves has increased its gaming..
3 years ago

IGT Expands Presence in Central America with Panama Launch

With the recent debut of its gaming solutions in Panama, International Game Technology (IGT), a recognized global gaming products and content provider, is making important gains in extending its business in Central America IGT has deployed a variety of cutting-edge machines and solutions at the famous Sortis Hotel, Spa & Casino in Panama City..
3 years ago

Mega Millions and Powerball Jackpots Soar, Offering Huge Prizes to Players

The Mega Millions and Powerball jackpots have reached incredible heights, capturing the attention of lottery fans all throughout the United States Despite the fact that there have been no jackpot winners in recent drawings, both lotteries are providing life-changing prizes to lucky participants The Mega Millions jackpot, which is now in its 24th..
3 years ago

Nevada Gaming Control Board Launches Campaign to Combat Impersonation Scams Targeting Casinos

The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) is leading a targeted campaign to raise awareness of the growing threat posed by impersonation schemes in the casino industry As fraudsters hone their strategies, organizations must remain watchful and deploy comprehensive security measures to protect against fraudulent operations The NGCB emphasizes the..
3 years ago

Australia Launches BetStop, A Revolutionary Self-Exclusion Register for Online Gambling

Australia has launched BetStop, the country's first nationwide self-exclusion registration for online gambling, in a significant step to protect vulnerable consumers This unique programme allows people to voluntarily opt out of licensed interactive wagering service providers in the country By blocking individuals who have joined up from opening..
3 years ago

LaLiga and EA Sports Forge an Innovative Partnership to Transform Spanish Football

The prestigious Spanish football league, LaLiga, has embarked on a transformative journey with EA Sports, ushering in a new era for the next five seasons This ground-breaking collaboration includes significant brand changes, improved positioning, and a slew of advancements in audiovisual transmission and the competition's digital landscape The..
3 years ago

Las Vegas Unveils Spectacular LED Sphere, Transforming the Skyline

The unveiling of the world's largest sphere-shaped LED screen has transformed the lively skyline of Las Vegas, famed for its luxurious casinos and sparkling entertainment This massive edifice, towering over the surrounding towers, has attracted spectators with its mesmerizing images and immersive displays The sphere is set to become a major..
3 years ago

Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto Unveils Exciting Upgrades

With a series of significant additions to its site, Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto is ready to boost the entertainment and hospitality experience The resort's amenities include a brand-new poker room and a magnificent 400-room hotel, as well as a variety of food options and a cutting-edge entertainment facility Furthermore, the resort..
3 years ago

Speculations Continue to Surround GTA VI Celebrity Cameos – Eminem or 50 Cent?

Months after early rumors surfaced about Eminem appearing in the highly anticipated video game Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA VI), the rumor mill continues to churn People are even betting on which celebrity will build a name for themselves in the virtual world of GTA The fervor derives from an overly optimistic reading of a leaked statement from..
3 years ago

Barstool Sportsbook Ends Kambi Partnership for a Revamped Betting Experience

Breaking ties with its current sports wagering platform, Kambi, Barstool Sportsbook, managed by Penn National Gaming, has communicated its decision to move towards a revamped user experience Since its inception, Barstool has banked on Kambi, a global leader in sports wagering odds, as its go-to betting platform The company shared the news with..
3 years ago

Ripple Labs Brings Blockchain Revolution to Real Estate

Blockchain powerhouse Ripple Labs is spearheading an initiative to inject new vitality into the real estate industry using tokenization technology Unveiled by Ripple's Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) advisor, Antony Welfare, the company aims to optimize the surging interest in CBDCs and stablecoins globally At a recent fintech conference..
3 years ago

Tether’s USDT Makes its Debut on Cosmos via Kava

Tether's USDT, the globally most liquid, secure and transparent stablecoin, has successfully commenced operations on Cosmos, facilitated through Kava This significant stride contributes to deepening the stablecoin liquidity within the Inter-Blockchain Communication (IBC) and Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) ecosystems of Cosmos Tether’s USDT..
3 years ago