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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  • Crypto
  • Casino
  • US Market
  • iGaming

Ricky's latest articles


Kraken Eyes 2026 IPO with $15 Billion Valuation Goal

Kraken, the second-largest crypto exchange in the US by trading volume, is reportedly preparing for a public listing with eyes on a $500 million raise at a $15 billion valuation The move could make 2026 a pivotal year for the company and for crypto exchanges looking to go public Good to know Kraken is aiming for a Q1 2026 IPO,..
10 months ago

Tribal Casinos Generate $43.9B in Revenue in 2024

Indian gaming operations across the United States had another strong year, with revenue climbing to $439 billion in the 2024 fiscal year The National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC) shared the results in its latest financial report, reflecting steady growth and ongoing contributions to tribal economies Good to know A total of 532..
10 months ago

Consumers Say Sweepstakes Casinos Are Gambling

The debate over sweepstakes casinos is heating up, and new research from the American Gaming Association (AGA) makes one thing clear: players see these sites as gambling, no matter how they’re marketed Before diving into the details, here are a few things to keep in mind: Good to know 90% of sweepstakes casino users say they..
10 months ago

Bitcoin Falls After White House Publishes 166 Page Crypto Policy Report

Bitcoin’s price took a hit after the White House released a lengthy report on digital assets and the Federal Reserve decided to hold interest rates steady once again Good to know Bitcoin fell sharply from $118,650 to $116,000 after the report’s release The Fed kept rates locked while monitoring the impact of Trump’s tariffs on..
10 months ago

Italy Extends Online Gambling Licence Deadline to November

Italy’s Agenzia delle Dogane e dei Monopoli (ADM) has extended the deadline for reviewing applications for new online gambling licences to 12 November 2025, pushing the approval process nearly two months beyond the original September date Good To Know The extension allows ADM to conduct full checks on each applicant Existing..
10 months ago

MGM Resorts Reports Record Revenue but Sharp Net Income Decline in Q2

MGM Resorts International posted record-high revenue for the second quarter of 2025, but net income fell sharply compared to last year The Las Vegas-based gaming and hospitality giant reported $44 billion in net revenue, a 2% year-over-year increase, while net income dropped 738% to $49 million Good To Know MGM Resorts generated record..
10 months ago

Six More Online Casinos Ordered to Leave Michigan Market

Michigan regulators are cracking down again on unlicensed online casinos, taking fresh legal action against six platforms accused of targeting players in the state Good To Know Unlicensed gambling sites in Michigan risk player safety by bypassing consumer protections Winning money on illegal sweepstakes casinos doesn’t guarantee..
10 months ago

Marcos Stays Silent on Domestic Online Gambling in Key Address

Against what was expected by some insiders, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr chose not to address the growing debate over domestic online gambling during his state of the nation address on Monday The omission came despite growing speculation that he might signal new policies or a potential ban on the industry Good to know..
10 months ago

Caesars Reports Drop in Las Vegas Revenues for Second Quarter

Las Vegas’ long streak of record-breaking numbers seems to be slowing down, and Caesars Entertainment’s latest earnings report makes that trend hard to ignore Good to know Caesars’ Las Vegas Strip revenue dropped 5% year-over-year in Q2 2025 Net income for the quarter fell 22% from $272 million to $212 million Online and..
10 months ago

Red Rock Resorts Net Income Rises 55 Percent in Q2 2025

Red Rock Resorts’ second-quarter numbers for 2025 show strong growth across most areas of the business, with healthy gains in revenue and profitability despite slightly higher operating costs Good to know Net income for Q2 2025 jumped 551% year-over-year to $1083 million Total company revenue reached $5263 million, up 82% from..
10 months ago

New Jersey Bill Pushes VGW to Shut Down Games

New Jersey players logging into Chumba Casino or Luckyland Slots this week might notice something missing—and it’s not just a game update Good to know VGW will stop offering sweepstakes games in New Jersey by August 14 Players have until August 26 to use their Sweeps Coins No more redemptions will be allowed after September..
10 months ago

Crypto Firms Push for US Bank Charters as OCC Eases Its Stance

More digital asset companies are trying to get a foot in the traditional banking world Six of them have submitted applications for a national charter, aiming to secure a federal license that could bring more structure—and legitimacy—to their operations Good to Know Ripple, Circle, and Fidelity are among the applicants looking to launch..
10 months ago

Robert Kiyosaki Predicts Historic Crash and Shares Buying Plan

Robert Kiyosaki is doubling down on his warnings again—and he’s not mincing words The author of Rich Dad Poor Dad believes financial trouble is right around the corner, and he's urging people to rethink how they protect their money Good to know Kiyosaki sees gold, silver, and bitcoin as tools to protect wealth He expects a..
10 months ago

The Four Year Crypto Cycle May Be Over for Good

People used to rely on the familiar ups and downs of the crypto market, timed neatly around Bitcoin’s halving events But if you’re still counting on that old four-year pattern to guide your expectations, Bitwise’s Matt Hougan has a different take Good to know The impact of Bitcoin halving is shrinking over time ETFs and..
10 months ago

$3 Million Roulette Case Heads Back to Court in Michigan

A legal fight over millions in online roulette winnings is headed back to court in Michigan after the state’s Supreme Court ruled in favor of the player Jacqueline Davis, who won $3 million on BetMGM’s platform, will now get her chance to sue the company after being denied her payout Good to know Jacqueline Davis won $3 million on..
10 months ago

Bally’s Refiles IPO Documents as Casino Project Advances

Bally’s is making another push to wrap up a long-delayed fundraising effort for its Chicago casino project With time ticking, the company is hoping to finally close its $250 million IPO—eight months after launching it Good to know Bally’s IPO originally targeted women and minority investors but later expanded access after legal..
10 months ago

Underage Access and Unlicensed Staff Lead to PA Fines

Pennsylvania regulators are once again tightening the rules around casino and online gambling, and this update gives a clear signal Two operators in Pennsylvania are now on the hook for $70,000 in total fines, and several individuals have been banned from gambling statewide Good to know FanDuel’s parent company Betfair Interactive..
10 months ago

Ohio Governor Opposes Online Casinos for Now

Ohio has made a name for itself in the gambling scene with retail casinos and legal sports betting But when it comes to online casinos, the state’s governor is pushing back Governor Mike DeWine does not support expanding gambling through online casino legalization If you are curious about why Ohio is holding off on online gambling despite..
10 months ago

All Eyes on July 28 as Online Gambling Decision in Philippines Might Come

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr is expected to offer direction on the future of online gambling in the Philippines during his upcoming state-of-the-nation address As the debate continues between calls for stricter controls and outright prohibition, industry players are watching closely Good to know Online gambling and bingo made up 494%..
10 months ago

Philippine Integrated Resorts Generate PHP93 Billion in H1 Gaming Revenue

Casino resorts in the Philippines had a strong start to the year, pulling in PHP9336 billion ($165 billion) in gross gaming revenue (GGR) during the first half of 2025 The update came directly from Alejandro Tengco, head of the country’s casino regulator, the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (Pagcor) He shared the latest numbers..
10 months ago