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


Fahrenheit Consortium Secures Acquisition of Celsius Network’s Assets

The crypto consortium Fahrenheit has successfully won the auction to purchase the assets of insolvent lender Celsius Network, marking a significant breakthrough in the cryptocurrency space The assets of Celsius Network, which were formerly valued at almost $2 billion, will now be transferred to Fahrenheit, according to the court documents dated..
3 years ago

Ron DeSantis Voices Support for Cryptocurrency, Warns of Threat to Existing Regime

Ron DeSantis, a prominent Republican who is considering running for president of the United States, made a startling declaration during a Twitter conversation with Elon Musk and venture capitalist David Sacks about his support for cryptocurrencies By taking a strong stance, DeSantis voiced his worries about the present administration's..
3 years ago

Energy Web Establishes Free Sustainability Registry for Bitcoin Miners

A free sustainability registry created especially for bitcoin miners has been launched by non-profit organization Energy Web, marking a significant step forward in the promotion of environmental sustainability in the cryptocurrency sector According to a recent press release, this register, called Green Proofs of Bitcoin (GP4BTC), intends to..
3 years ago

Bitfinex Boosts Latin American Presence with Investment in Chile’s OrionX Crypto Exchange

Reputable cryptocurrency exchange Bitfinex has made an undisclosed investment in Chilean cryptocurrency exchange OrionX as part of a strategy to improve its position in Latin America OrionX's established position in Chile and its expansion plans in Peru, Colombia, and Mexico are to be benefited from the strategic alliance OrionX has the potential..
3 years ago

Strike Keeps US Headquarters Despite El Salvador Expansion

As it extends operations across more than 65 countries, digital payments company Strike has made a strategic decision to establish its new headquarters in El Salvador, reinforcing its global presence Despite the regulatory difficulties that have led other cryptocurrency companies, including Bittrex, to leave the US market, Strike emphasizes that..
3 years ago

Bitpanda and Coinbase Partner to Transform European Banks’ Crypto Services

Bitpanda, an Austrian-based cryptocurrency exchange and trading platform, has partnered strategically with renowned US-listed exchange giant Coinbase (COIN), which is an interesting move for the European banking sector This partnership intends to empower European banks by enabling them to offer digital asset services to their clients Through..
3 years ago

Investor Alert: Elon Musk Urges “Not To Bet On Crypto And Dogecoin”

During a recent virtual conference organized by the Wall Street Journal, Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and Twitter, shared his thoughts on cryptocurrency investments, showcasing his passion for Dogecoin in particular Musk, on the other hand, emphasized the significance of caution and warned people not to spend their life savings in bitcoin or..
3 years ago

Government-supported Metaverse Platform Launched by Chinese City

Nanjing, China's Jiangsu province capital, has taken a huge step forward in metaverse research and development with the establishment of the China Metaverse Technology and Application Innovation Platform The platform, led by Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology (NUIST), aims to stimulate collaboration and propel the expansion..
3 years ago

Brave Wallet and BitPay Join Forces for Streamlined Online Crypto Payments

BitPay, the world's largest provider of bitcoin payment solutions, has announced the integration of the BitPay Protocol into Brave Wallet, the cryptocurrency wallet provided by the privacy-focused Brave browser This integration enables Brave Wallet users to effortlessly and securely make cryptocurrency payments directly from their browser Brave..
3 years ago

Openfort Raises $3 Million in Seed Funding to Revolutionize Web3 Gaming Wallets

Openfort, a cryptocurrency infrastructure firm, has acquired $3 million in seed funding to improve its "wallet-as-a-service" software platform for game developers and publishers Gumi Cryptos Capital and Maven 11 led the round, with participation from Game7, NGC Ventures, and Newman Capital Openfort's goal is to deliver a smooth and effortless..
3 years ago

Binance Refutes Allegations of Commingling Billions in Customer Funds

According to a recent Reuters article, three unnamed sources claim that Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, mingled billions of dollars in customer assets between 2020 and 2021 Reuters claims to have questioned these unnamed sources, with one man having intimate knowledge of the Binance group's financial activity According to..
3 years ago

Sorare Adapts to French NFT Rules with Innovative Entry Method

Sorare, a web3 fantasy sports company, has devised an alternative entry mechanism for participants in France in order to comply with France's proposed NFT laws Sorare has offered a temporary solution in partnership with the French National Gaming Authority (ANJ) while actively working on their long-term roadmap amid ongoing regulatory talks The..
3 years ago

Cathie Wood: U.S. Falling Behind in Bitcoin Movement

The United States is "losing" the bitcoin movement, according to Cathie Wood, founder of investment management ARK Invest, because of its regulatory framework Wood stated her concerns during a speech at Fortune's Most Powerful Next Gen conference, stressing how the center of gravity for cryptocurrencies is shifting away from the United States,..
3 years ago

PokerStars Reveals 2023 UKIPT Schedule with Five UK Stops

PokerStars has released the highly anticipated schedule for the 2023 UK and Ireland Poker Tour (UKIPT), which will include five exciting series in the UK as well as a visit to the Malta Summer Festival “We are delighted to bring back the full schedule of the UKIPT, including five stops across the UK, as well as the Irish Poker Open, which was..
3 years ago

Mindway AI Partners with AnonyMind to Tackle Gambling Addiction

Mindway AI, a developer of player protection software, has established a strategic alliance with AnonyMind, a well-known organisation specialising in gambling addiction therapy This partnership combines Mindway AI's sophisticated player protection technology with AnonyMind's experience in problem gambling, resulting in a holistic solution for..
3 years ago

Red Rake Gaming Debuts with PokerStars

Red Rake Gaming, a well-known distributor of premium casino content, has recently announced a collaboration with PokerStars Casino Red Rake Gaming will bring its very successful portfolio of games to PokerStars players through this agreement, increasing its reach to regulated territories such as the United Kingdom, Spain, Italy, and Romania Red..
3 years ago

Hong Kong’s SFC to Accept Crypto Exchange License Applications from June 1

The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has stated that beginning June 1, it would accept applications for licenses from cryptocurrency trading platforms This decision follows the SFC's February consultation on policy suggestions, which garnered public comment According to the regulator, licensed virtual asset providers will be..
3 years ago

FBI Issues Warning Regarding Deceptive Crypto Job Advertisements

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in the United States has issued a public warning about a new cryptocurrency job fraud that is presently circulating On May 22, the FBI issued a warning to US citizens, as well as anyone residing or travelling abroad, to be wary of false job postings linked to labor trafficking According to the..
3 years ago

Delaware Explores Sports Betting Expansion, Takes Cues from Neighboring States

Delaware is considering extending its sports betting operations in order to compete with neighbouring states The Internet Sports Lottery Legislative Working Group recently met to explore the state's prospective inclusion of mobile sports betting To aid in decision-making, the company is researching mobile sports betting frameworks in..
3 years ago

NC Lawmakers to Consider Gambling Expansion: Sports Betting, Video Lottery Terminals on Agenda

North Carolina senators are preparing to debate two legislation this week that could drastically expand gambling in the state The ideas include legalising mobile sports betting and allowing up to ten video gambling terminals to operate in bars and restaurants Legalisation of these activities, according to parliamentary researchers, may yield..
3 years ago