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


North Carolina Online Sports Betting Bill Signed Into Law

North Carolina has entered a new era with Governor Roy Cooper's signing of an online sports betting bill into law The legislation, which was signed at Spectrum Centre, officially kicks off a 12-month timetable for the state to conduct online sports betting With retail sports betting being authorized at tribal casinos since 2019, this new bill..
3 years ago

Entain Expands European Presence with Acquisition of STS Holdings

Entain, the worldwide sports betting, gaming, and entertainment company, recently announced the acquisition of STS Holdings, a sports betting operator based in Poland Entain will acquire full ownership of STS Holdings in exchange for £750 million ($946 million) Following the successful acquisitions of Ladbrokes, Coral, and bwin, which have become..
3 years ago

Macau Legend Development Ltd. Initiates Deal to Sell Savan Legend Casino in Laos

Macau Legend Development Ltd, the investment holding firm best known for owning the Macau Fisherman's Wharf zone and managing the Legend Palace satellite casino, recently declared its desire to sell the Savan Legend Casino in Laos The move is consistent with the company's strategic goal of redirecting resources to its Macau operations Macau Legend..
3 years ago

Groupe Partouche Reports Strong Growth in Consolidated Turnover for H1 2023

Groupe Partouche, a European iGaming industry leader, has released its H1 report for the second quarter of 2023, revealing a considerable growth in consolidated turnover The company's revenue increased by 15% to around $233 million (€2156 million) compared to the same period last year Groupe Partouche attributed this strong performance to a..
3 years ago

Nevada Senate Approves Bill Advancing Oakland Athletics’ Relocation to Las Vegas

A stadium finance measure has overcome a critical obstacle in the proposed relocation of the Oakland Athletics to Las Vegas, earning approval from the Nevada Senate However, lawmakers amended the bill to reinforce the benefits it provides to the community This development reignites the national debate over public funding for private sports teams..
3 years ago

Philippine National Police Intensifies Crackdown on Illicit Gambling Activities

The Philippine National Police (PNP) has achieved considerable achievements in combating illegal gaming, apprehending roughly 41,000 people through 50,000 targeted operations in 2023 During a formal statement, PNP Chief Police General Benjamin Acorda acknowledged the PNP's recent accomplishments These operations are primarily concerned with the..
3 years ago

OpenBet Enhances Player Protection Capabilities with Acquisition of Neccton

OpenBet, a well-known software developer and content supplier, has acquired Neccton, a significant wagering technology company OpenBet intends to include Neccton's comprehensive portfolio of responsible gaming, fraud detection, and anti-money laundering technology into its content, platform, and services as part of the worldwide Endeavour..
3 years ago

Raynham Park Submits Application for Retail Sports Betting License in Massachusetts

Raynham Park officials in Massachusetts have submitted an application to state gaming regulators for a Category 2 (retail) sports betting license The goal is to join with Caesars Sportsbook to operate a 30,000-square-foot sportsbook at the former greyhound track and present simulcasting facility near Boston Although the sportsbook was supposed..
3 years ago

Synot Games Joins Forces with PepperMill Casino to Enhance Gaming Experience

Synot Games has established a partnership with PepperMill Casino, offering a variety of entertaining games to increase player engagement and retention rates Synot Games will bring a hand-picked portfolio of games to PepperMill Casino's land-based facilities in Belgium as part of the cooperation Furthermore, the companies have signed a digital..
3 years ago

Entain Reveals Strategic Decisions in TAB New Zealand Partnership and 365scores Acquisition

Entain, a well-known sports betting and gaming company, has provided additional details about its recent collaboration with TAB New Zealand and acquisition of 365scores These two mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions are estimated to yield a combined EBITDA of about £15 to £20 million ($18 to $251 million) in the 2024 fiscal year, with..
3 years ago

Wind Creek Bethlehem’s $160 Million Expansion Nears Completion, Adding Exciting Features

Wind Creek Bethlehem, a well-known casino and resort in Pennsylvania, is nearing the end of its $160 million expansion project The expansion, led by Stephanie Bryan, CEO of Alabama's Poarch Band of Creek Indians, aims to improve the property with new offers and amenities, cementing its place as a premium destination The North Tower will be added,..
3 years ago

New Jersey Senate Committee Advances Bill to Extend Online Gambling

The New Jersey Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee adopted legislation on Monday that would extend the legal use of online gambling by state casinos for another ten years, in a significant milestone S-3075, the measure, seeks to keep internet gaming lawful in New Jersey until 2033, subject to final approval If passed, the legislation is..
3 years ago

Richmond City Council Approves Second Referendum for ONE Casino+Resort and Selects RVA Entertainment Holdings as Operator

On Monday night, June 12, the Richmond City Council voted 8 to 1 in favor of re-putting the ONE Casino+Resort plan on the November ballot The judgement allows for a second referendum, allowing voters to reconsider the $5625 million casino and resort project in Richmond The Council also named RVA Entertainment Holdings LLC, a partnership between..
3 years ago

Mohegan Casino Las Vegas Celebrates Two-Year Anniversary with Virgin Voyages Partnership

Mohegan Casino Las Vegas, part of the Curio Collection by Hilton, is celebrating its two-year presence in the dynamic city by partnering with famous cruise operator Virgin Voyages The collaboration intends to present new Momentum Rewards Members with an exciting opportunity to play and earn a Virgin Voyages trip during their first visit Joe..
3 years ago

Police Nab Serial Burglar Targeting Sleeping Guests at Paris Las Vegas Hotel

In an unexpected twist, players at the World Series of Poker (WSOP) in Paris Las Vegas found themselves dealing with more than simply high-stakes card games Instead of concentrating completely on their hands, they were compelled to redirect their concentration to completing police complaints and recovering stolen property On June 2, a brave..
3 years ago

New Jersey Takes Proactive Measures to Assist Problem Gamblers

Attorney General Matthew J Platkin and Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE) Director David Rebuck have launched two novel options for gamblers to address concerns about problem gambling: a dedicated hotline and a virtual self-exclusion option With the NBA and NHL championships luring fans to place bets on various outcomes, these efforts try to..
3 years ago

Winklevoss Twins Warn Democrats of Potential Voter Loss Due to Anti-Crypto Stance

The co-founders of Gemini, a famous cryptocurrency exchange, Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, have turned to Twitter to express their concerns about the Democratic Party's purported anti-crypto agenda The Winklevoss twins, who have a combined following of 17 million, projected that the Democrats' stance on cryptocurrencies would result in a loss of..
3 years ago

New York Sports Betting Revenue Rises Despite Decrease in Total Handle

Even though the total number of bets made declined, New York's sports betting industry saw a considerable gain in revenue between April and May This increase can be linked to operators' higher hold rate in May Despite a cyclical decline in sporting activity throughout the spring months, New Yorkers continue to support sports betting legalization,..
3 years ago

Maryland Sees Revenue Boost Despite Decrease in Sports Wagering

Despite a decrease in total sports wagering in May compared to April, Maryland saw an increase in revenue from sports wagering This rise is due to increasing hold percentages and unexpected outcomes in sporting events While the state's sports betting business is expanding, there are growing concerns about problem gambling and a lack of dedicated..
3 years ago

Iowa’s Sports Betting Market Sees Weakening Trend in 2023

In 2023, Iowa's legal sports betting industry will continue to shrink, with another month of lower handling compared to the previous year Despite this tendency, there have been some encouraging developments, such as an increase in net receipts for bookmakers The Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission recorded a total of $1477 million in bets for..
3 years ago