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


Caesars Reports Revenue Rise and Lower Net Loss in Q1

Caesars Entertainment saw modest revenue growth during the first quarter of 2025, supported by digital operations and solid regional performance Despite posting a net loss of $115 million, the company improved on its Q1 2024 loss of $158 million, marking a 29% reduction Good to know: Caesars Digital brought in 188% more revenue than a..
12 months ago

Abu Dhabi Institutions Plan New Dirham Backed Stablecoin

Three major players from Abu Dhabi have come together to launch a new dirham-pegged stablecoin, aiming to push the UAE further into the global blockchain space The collaboration includes Abu Dhabi’s sovereign wealth fund ADQ, First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), and International Holding Company (IHC) Good to know ADQ, First Abu Dhabi Bank,..
12 months ago

Tether Confirms $770 Million in Gold Reserves Behind Tether Gold Token

ether has revealed it holds $770 million worth of physical gold to back its Tether Gold (XAUT) stablecoin The company, known for its USDT and other stable assets, launched XAUT in 2020 to give users a digital option tied to real-world gold, blending blend the traditional security of gold with the convenience and speed of blockchain..
12 months ago

Strategy Buys Another $1.42 Billion Worth of Bitcoin

Strategy, the company once known as MicroStrategy, has expanded its Bitcoin holdings again Founder and former CEO Michael Saylor announced that the company purchased an additional 15,355 Bitcoin for roughly $142 billion, paying an average price of about $92,737 per coin Good to know Strategy, formerly MicroStrategy, now holds 553,555..
12 months ago

Investors Sue Nike Over RTFKT NFT Collapse

Nike, one of the biggest names in sportswear, is now facing legal action after shutting down its NFT business linked to RTFKT Studios Investors, led by Australian resident Jagdeep Cheema, filed a lawsuit on Friday, claiming they suffered heavy losses when demand for their Nike-themed digital collectibles collapsed Good to know..
12 months ago

Virginia Court Allows Queen of Virginia Skill 2 to Keep Running

Virginia's struggle over skill games took another turn when a judge ruled that Pace-O-Matic's new Queen of Virginia Skill 2 (QVS2) does not break state law The court found that a simple adjustment to how players pay to access the game moved it outside the ban Good to know Skill games were declared illegal in Virginia again in October..
12 months ago

ARK Invest Raises Bitcoin Price Forecast To $2.4 Million By 2030

Bitcoin may reach a price of $24 million by 2030, according to the latest update from ARK Invest The investment firm made the adjustment after revising its assumptions around active Bitcoin supply, focusing only on coins that are not lost or deeply dormant Good to know ARK Invest raised its Bitcoin 2030 bull case price target by 60..
12 months ago

Jack Dorsey Teases New Privacy Features For Bitkey Wallet

Jack Dorsey’s Block is bringing several upgrades to its Bitcoin self-custody wallet, Bitkey, over the next few months Sharing the news on X, Dorsey highlighted some fresh features that users can expect, including transaction verification, private wallet balances, fingerprint reset options, and ways to purchase Bitkey with better..
12 months ago

GLPI Reports Q1 Revenue of $395 Million and 8 Percent EBITDA Growth

Gaming and Leisure Properties (GLPI) reported solid operational growth in the first quarter of 2025, with revenue reaching $3952 million, up 51% year-over-year Adjusted EBITDA climbed 8% to $3601 million, backed by recent acquisitions and new financing deals Still, net income slid 51%, landing at $1704 million, due in part to higher interest..
12 months ago

Boyd Gaming Reports Q1 Revenue Growth Despite Profit Drop

Boyd Gaming opened 2025 with a modest rise in total revenue during the first quarter, reporting $9916 million—up 32% from the same period last year However, despite that top-line growth, net income dropped to $1109 million, down 186% year-over-year Good to know Boyd Gaming's online revenue jumped 16% year-over-year in Q1 2025 The..
12 months ago

Entain Investors Prefer for Stella David to Stay as CEO

Stella David may soon have her interim CEO title dropped—if Entain’s investors get their way Good to know Entain posted 7% growth in both net gaming revenue and gross profit in FY24, excluding US figures Investors believe Stella David could bring long-term stability to Entain’s leadership The search for a new Chair is..
12 months ago

Las Vegas Sands Cancels New York Casino Plans Over iGaming Legislation

Las Vegas Sands has officially dropped out of the competition for one of the three casino licenses up for grabs in downstate New York The move reduces the number of contenders to nine The company, which had pushed for a $4 billion resort at the Nassau Coliseum site, said it no longer sees the investment as viable Good to know Las Vegas..
12 months ago

Bally’s Launches Second Share Offering For Chicago Casino

Bally’s Corporation is trying again to raise funds for its Chicago casino through a new share offering After its first attempt stalled and faced legal pushback, the company has filed a revised prospectus with the SEC, shifting its focus to residents of Chicago, Illinois, and a few other states Good to know Bally’s is making a..
12 months ago

Massachusetts Reports $157.2 Million In Gaming Revenue For March

Massachusetts has reported $1572 million in total gross gaming revenue for March 2025, showing little change compared to the same month last year While the combined figure slipped slightly—down just 01% year-over-year—the data reveals shifting dynamics between casino and sports betting performance Good to know Online sports betting..
12 months ago

Malaysia Moves Toward Blockchain Adoption After Meeting with CZ

Malaysia is looking to expand its presence in the digital economy, and a recent meeting between Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) marks a step in that direction Shared on April 22 through social media, the meeting focused on Malaysia’s potential to become a regional hub for blockchain and digital..
1 year ago

$8 Billion Casino Project Near Citi Field May Still Happen Despite Resistance

A planned casino and entertainment complex near Citi Field continues to stir debate, even as its chances of approval remain alive in Queens Despite State Senator Jessica Ramos refusing to sponsor the required bill, other lawmakers have stepped in to keep the $8 billion Metropolitan Park proposal in play Good to know Steve Cohen and..
1 year ago

Bill 48 Advances to Open Alberta iGaming Market

Alberta is taking a big step toward expanding its online gambling market Bill 48, also known as the iGaming Alberta Act, has passed its second reading in the provincial legislature and is now heading to committee for a deeper review Good to know Alberta is moving to open its online gambling market to private companies Bill 48 has..
1 year ago

Tipping Point Awarded Over $30 Million in Caesars Case

Tipping Point Gaming has secured a major court win against Caesars Entertainment, ending a legal battle that stretched over six years A Clark County District Court jury awarded more than $15 million in compensatory damages to Tipping Point, plus an additional $5 million in punitive damages When statutory interest is added, the total Caesars may..
1 year ago

Mike Dreitzer Named Chairman of Nevada Gaming Control Board

Mike Dreitzer will soon step into a new public role Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo announced that Dreitzer will lead the Nevada Gaming Control Board as Chairman starting June 23 His move comes as Kirk Hendrick prepares to step away from the position he has held since early 2023 Good to know Mike Dreitzer has served as Deputy Attorney..
1 year ago

Paul Atkins Sworn In As New SEC Chairman

Paul Atkins is now officially the 34th chairman of the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), stepping into the role after being confirmed by the Senate earlier this month The vote, held on April 9, ended with a 52-44 result in his favor Good to know Paul Atkins has invested in Anchorage Digital and Securitize, worth up to $6..
1 year ago