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


Tether Sees Opportunity Outside US Amid Regulatory Talks

Tether plans to keep its attention on overseas markets while watching how the United States handles stablecoin regulation Chief executive Paolo Ardoino made the statement as lawmakers move forward with the Genius Act, a bill aimed at creating a framework for stablecoins pegged to the dollar Good to know Tether stopped serving US..
11 months ago

Vitalik Buterin Says Ethereum Should Be Ready to Act as Digital Cash

Vitalik Buterin has shared fresh thoughts on Ethereum's future use, this time in the context of Sweden’s experience with going nearly cashless Reacting to recent developments in the Nordic country, the Ethereum co-founder pointed out how Ethereum could step in to fill some of the gaps that centralized digital systems have struggled to..
11 months ago

Dubai Launches Real Estate Tokenization Pilot with Ctrl Alt

Dubai is moving ahead with blockchain integration in real estate through a new pilot project that allows tokenized property ownership A major part of this effort is being led by Ctrl Alt, a digital asset infrastructure company selected as the official tokenization partner for the Dubai Land Department’s latest initiative Good to know..
11 months ago

Coinbase Hit with Legal Action Tied to Data Breach

Coinbase is once again in legal trouble following a recent security breach and fallout tied to a UK regulatory matter A new lawsuit claims that the crypto exchange and two of its top executives failed to protect user data and did not properly inform investors about an agreement issue with the Financial Conduct Authority in the UK Good to..
11 months ago

U.S. Treasury Eyes Stablecoins to Boost Demand for US Debt

The US Treasury is showing a renewed push toward crypto innovation under the Trump administration A key voice in this shift is Scott Bessent, who made clear that the current leadership wants to build a stronger digital asset ecosystem, unlike the approach taken in recent years Good to know The administration plans to focus heavily on..
11 months ago

Pavel Durov to Speak Remotely at Oslo Freedom Forum After Travel Block

Pavel Durov, the co-founder of Telegram, will no longer travel to Norway for the Oslo Freedom Forum after a French court denied his request to leave the country Despite the decision, Durov still plans to speak at the event via livestream The Human Rights Foundation, which hosts the event, called the court's ---ruling unfortunate, especially given..
11 months ago

Casino Law in Thailand Set for Top Parliamentary Priority

The Thai government is preparing to move forward with a plan that could reshape its entertainment and tourism sectors As reported by the Bangkok Post on Saturday, a new bill aimed at legalising entertainment complexes, including casinos, will be a top priority when parliament meets in July, according to Deputy Finance Minister Julapun..
11 months ago

Blackstone Considers Clarion Sale Worth £2 Billion

Blackstone is exploring the possibility of selling Clarion Events, a global event organizer known for ICE and iGB L!VE expos The potential deal could be worth up to £2 billion ($27 billion), according to sources familiar with the discussions Good to know Blackstone acquired Clarion in 2017 for £600 million ($80979 million)..
11 months ago

Texas Governor Greg Abbott Supports Bitcoin Reserve Bill

Texas may soon join a small but growing group of US states preparing to hold Bitcoin as part of a strategic reserve Governor Greg Abbott has expressed support for a new bill that would set up a cryptocurrency reserve fund if signed into law Good to know The Texas House has already passed Senate Bill 21, and it now awaits the..
11 months ago

Trump Hosts High-Dollar Dinner for Top $TRUMP Token Holders

A luxury dinner with Donald Trump turned into a crypto spectacle in Virginia, where hundreds of investors paid big to attend an exclusive event tied to the $TRUMP memecoin Good to know Guests had to hold large amounts of $TRUMP to earn a seat at the dinner Over $148 million worth of $TRUMP was bought by attendees A new bill now..
11 months ago

Borgata Atlantic City Expands with 25K Square Feet for Asian Casino Games

Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa in Atlantic City has introduced a refreshed look and new features on its gaming floor, enhancing its appeal to high-end players with expanded Asian-themed gaming and hospitality The updates are designed to create a more immersive experience for guests who value both tradition and luxury --- Good to know..
11 months ago

CWC Starts $827M Overhaul of Grand Lucayan After $120M Deal

Concord Wilshire Capital (CWC), a US-based developer, has wrapped up a $120 million deal to acquire the Grand Lucayan Resort and the nearby Reef Golf Course in Grand Bahama The acquisition covers 56 acres of beachfront land and a 160-acre golf course and marks the start of an $827 million redevelopment Good to know New cruise port..
11 months ago

Unibet Fined Over AUD1 Million for Failing to Close Self-Excluded Accounts

Unibet has landed in trouble with Australian authorities over serious lapses in following self-exclusion rules Betchoice Corporation Pty Ltd, which trades under the Unibet brand, failed to close nearly a thousand customer accounts even after those users had registered to self-exclude That failure has now cost the operator over $1 million in..
11 months ago

Strive Moves to Acquire Bitcoin Claims from Mt. Gox

Strive is stepping into the crypto space with a plan that could put discounted Bitcoin on its balance sheet The Ohio-based investment firm, co-founded by Vivek Ramaswamy, is aiming to strengthen its exposure to Bitcoin through a new deal involving long-standing crypto claims In a recent filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission..
11 months ago

Hong Kong Monetary Authority Confirms Stablecoin Framework with Strict Oversight

Hong Kong has introduced a formal licensing regime for stablecoin issuers, marking a new chapter in how the city governs crypto assets On May 21, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) confirmed the Legislative Council passed the Stablecoins Bill, requiring all fiat-referenced stablecoin (FRS) issuers linked to the Hong Kong dollar to obtain a..
11 months ago

Bitcoin Hits Record High of $111K After 3 Percent Daily Gain

Bitcoin has crossed a major milestone, hitting $111,450 late on May 21, marking its highest price ever The move came after a 33% price jump in just 24 hours, pushing the cryptocurrency beyond its earlier peak of $109,458 reached earlier the same day Good to know Bitcoin is now up 48% since falling to $75,000 in April The coin has gained..
11 months ago

Virginia Casino Revenue Increases to $78.8 Million in April

Virginia’s three casinos brought in a combined $788 million in adjusted gross revenue (AGR) during April 2025, according to new data from the Virginia Lottery The figure marks a 31% increase over April 2024, when the state’s total AGR stood at $601 million Good to know Casino tax revenue reached $142 million in April Caesars..
11 months ago

Better Collective Reports $94.1 Million in Q1 Revenue

Better Collective has shared its Q1 2025 financial results, reporting total revenue of $941 million, down 13% from the same period last year Organic growth also fell by 18% year-over-year, as regulatory and market shifts in key regions shaped the quarter’s performance Good to know Brazil contributed $113 million in Q1 revenue,..
11 months ago

Hampton Beach Casino Gaming Expansion Gets Approval

The Hampton Beach Casino redevelopment project cleared a major hurdle last week as the town’s Zoning Board approved a special exception allowing a large expansion of its charitable gaming space With a 4–1 vote, the board gave developers Sal Lupoli and Fred Schaake the green light to move forward on a long-envisioned transformation of the..
11 months ago

TGP Europe Hit with £3.3 Million Fine Over AML Failures, Exits UK Market

TGP Europe, a white-label gambling operator linked to several Premier League sponsors, has pulled out of the UK market after being hit with a £33 million ($438 million) fine by the UK Gambling Commission The regulator found widespread failures in anti-money laundering (AML) checks and risk assessments Good to know TGP Europe managed..
11 months ago