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


Melania Trump Celebrates Independence Day with NFT Release

The Trump family remains comfortable with Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) Now it is Melania Trump, the former first lady, releasing a set of NFTs echoing the spirit of the impending Independence Day celebration Dubbed "The 1776 Collection", these digital tokens are rooted in Melania's Solana blockchain and feature iconic American symbols like the..
3 years ago

Education Initiative on Gambling Risks Launched for MLS Players

Epic Risk Management and the Entain Foundation US, the charitable arm of Entain, have teamed up to launch an educational program aimed at informing Major League Soccer (MLS) players about the potential harm associated with gambling The partners will be working closely with the Major League Soccer Players Association (MLSPA), the organization..
3 years ago

RippleX Introduces Crossmark, a Game Changer for XRP Ledger Wallets

RippleX, the pioneering cryptocurrency payment company's development arm, is stirring excitement in the crypto community They have been drumming up anticipation on social media about their soon-to-be-launched browser-based wallet for the XRP Ledger, known as Crossmark The wallet aims to make transaction signing straightforward and enhance network..
3 years ago

Federal Court Gives Green Light to Seminole Tribe’s Sports Betting in Florida

In a decision with the potential to dramatically reshape Florida's gambling landscape, a federal appeals court has restored an agreement granting the Seminole Tribe of Florida and its Hard Rock casinos exclusive rights to sports betting in the state This development could ignite a surge in online gambling in Florida, particularly if the tribe..
3 years ago

Crypto ATM Giant Bitcoin Depot Advances to Nasdaq via Merger

Bitcoin Depot, one of the largest cryptocurrency ATM firms based in the US, has recently revealed that its long-anticipated public offering merger has been finalized Fintech giant, GSR II Meteora Acquisition Corporation, confirmed through a public notice on June 30 that its shareholders greenlighted the merger, a decision that allows GSR II to..
3 years ago

North Carolina Lawmakers Consider Bitcoin and Gold Investments to Safeguard State Finances

North Carolina senators are considering alternative investments in an effort to strengthen the state's financial stability, proposing a bill that would fund a full study on digital assets and precious metals The bill, titled "State Precious Metals Depository Study," just cleared the state House of Representatives and is now being considered by the..
3 years ago

Polygon Labs Unveils Ambitious Plans to Redefine Its Architecture and Become the “Value Layer of the Internet”

Polygon Labs, a significant blockchain player, is starting on a revolutionary journey to rethink its whole architecture in order to position itself as the "value layer of the Internet" The next Polygon 20 upgrade will have a fundamentally revamped architecture that is intended to simplify the building of new chains within the Polygon ecosystem,..
3 years ago

UK Government Urged to Intervene as Premier League Clubs Sign Controversial Gambling Sponsorship Deals

Following the recent announcements of new jersey sponsorship agreements involving three Premier League clubs and betting businesses, there have been calls for government involvement Burnley and Fulham signed one-year contracts with W88 and SBOTOP, respectively, while Aston Villa signed a three-year deal with BK8 With mounting concerns about the..
3 years ago

NFL Implements Strict Measures to Combat Gambling Violations, Leading to Season-Long Suspensions

The NFL maintains its unrelenting fight against gambling law infractions, displaying its resolve by imposing penalties and suspensions on players In a recent round of disciplinary actions, ESPN's Adam Schefter revealed that numerous players might be suspended for the whole season, underlining the gravity of their offences While fans and the media..
3 years ago

Peru Approves Amendments to Gaming Regulations to Close Tax Loopholes and Enhance Consumer Protection

The Republic of Peru recently passed Law No 31,806, which makes significant changes to its gaming legislation The revised legislation intends to fill flaws in the existing statute, which accidentally exempted foreign operators from paying taxes Significant changes in the new laws include increased license prices and the adoption of a..
3 years ago

Harrah’s Philadelphia Casino Fined for Allowing Underage Gambling

Harrah's Philadelphia Casino and Racecourse has been fined by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) for allowing underage gambling on its premises The PGCB imposed a $35,000 penalties on the operator, Chester Downs and Marina In addition, the PGCB fined SportsHub $13,000 for unauthorized modifications in license control In order to protect..
3 years ago

Pragmatic Play Unleashes the Power of Greek Mythology with New Slot Release, Wisdom of Athena

Pragmatic Play, a well-known iGaming content producer, has announced the release of Wisdom of Athena, its latest slot game The slot, which is based on Greek mythology, transports players to a world of ancient gods and epic conflicts Wisdom of Athena strives to provide players with an immersive gaming experience through its powerful features and..
3 years ago

Nevada Casino Industry Faces Mixed Results in May as Challenges Loom Ahead

The casino gaming win in Nevada for the month of May was flat compared to the previous year, which was in line with analysts' predictions Clark County, on the other hand, managed to reclaim the $1 billion threshold following a small dip in April, thanks to a solid performance from the Las Vegas Strip The Nevada Gaming Control Board reported total..
3 years ago

Philippines Considers Eliminating Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) Despite Revenue Concerns

Benjamin Diokno, the Philippines' Finance Secretary, has campaigned for the abolition of Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) due to reputational hazards and societal costs Despite the possibility of financial shortfalls, Mr Diokno expressed confidence that the country could find alternate sources of money The remarks were made during the..
3 years ago

New Jersey Legislators Propose 5-Year Extension of Internet Gambling

In an unexpected change of events, New Jersey legislators have proposed extending internet gambling in the state for a much longer amount of time Initially, there were proposals to limit internet wagering authorization to two years However, after heavy opposition from casinos and other southern New Jersey interest groups, the bill was quickly..
3 years ago

Horseshoe Casino Las Vegas Opens Doors to Guy Fieri’s Flavortown Sports Kitchen Today!

Get ready for an explosion of flavor, Las Vegas! The much-anticipated Guy Fieri’s Flavortown Sports Kitchen swings open its doors today, June 29, at Horseshoe Las Vegas! Offering a fresh and flavorful spin on the traditional sports bar, the dining establishment serves up breakfast, lunch, and dinner, each with Guy’s unique style stamped all..
3 years ago

Casino Metro and Stadium Receive Sports Betting Licenses in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico's Gaming Commission has granted two new online sports betting licenses The licensees are Casino Metro, in partnership with Caesars Entertainment, and Stadium (Winnin), leveraging IGT's betting platform They join BetMGM, a sports betting and iGaming operator that launched its mobile app in early June, working in collaboration with..
3 years ago

Judge Dismisses Sam Bankman-Fried’s Attempt to Overturn Charges

United States District Judge Lewis Kaplan has dismissed the plea from Sam Bankman-Fried to throw out the criminal charges leveled against him According to Bankman-Fried, the charges violate the "rule of specialty" within the extradition agreement between the Bahamas and the US On June 27, 2023, Kaplan ruled against Bankman-Fried, the..
3 years ago

Bitcoin Power Player MicroStrategy Acquires Another 12,333 BTC

MicroStrategy, the business intelligence software firm known for holding the largest amount of bitcoin among public companies, continues to enhance its aggressive acquisition strategy It recently invested an additional $347 million to purchase 12,333 bitcoins, averaging $28,136 per bitcoin This latest addition has swelled the company's total..
3 years ago

Uncertainty Looms Over License Extensions for Atlantic City’s Online Casinos

The iGaming business in Atlantic City is facing an uncertain future as casinos seek to renew their online gambling licenses for an extended period of time While these licenses are a key source of cash and job prospects, current legislation may limit extensions to only two years, leaving operators worried about the continual need to secure their..
3 years ago