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


Coinbase Secures FIU Approval to Relaunch Crypto Trading in India

The Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) of India has given Coinbase, one of the biggest cryptocurrency exchanges in the US, permission to reopen The exchange is now scheduled to re-enter one of the fastest-growing digital asset marketplaces in the world after suspending operations in early 2023 due to regulatory issues Coinbase intends to launch..
1 year ago

Maryland Moves Closer to Banning Sweepstakes-Based Social Casinos

Maryland lawmakers have advanced a bill aimed at banning social casinos that use sweepstakes-based prizes On March 7, the Senate’s Budget and Taxation Committee unanimously approved SB 860, which seeks to prohibit the operation, promotion, or support of online sweepstakes games in the state Senator Paul Corderman introduced the bill to curb..
1 year ago

Norwegian Politician Urges Gambling Reform to Strengthen Player Protection

If Pettersen, a member of the Conservative Party, is successful in his calls for reform, Norway's gaming business may undergo significant changes He reaffirmed the necessity of opening the market to private operators in an interview with Moss Avis on March 8 According to him, offshore businesses currently own about half of Norway's internet..
1 year ago

Illegal Gambling Traffic in the Netherlands Surges After Deposit Limits, Reports KVA

According to a recent survey by the Netherlands-based Quality Mark Responsible Affiliates (KVA) system, since deposit limits were implemented in October, traffic to illegal gambling websites that target Dutch players has skyrocketed According to a March 10 KVA investigation, search traffic for phrases like "casino without limits" and "casino..
1 year ago

Markets Crash as Donald Trump Declines to Predict Recession, Says ‘I Hate To Predict Things Like That’

Following President Trump's recent tariff policies and his hesitancy to rule out a potential recession in 2025, financial markets experienced a severe decline as both cryptocurrencies and stocks fell As economic uncertainty increases, investors continue to exercise caution New worries about an economic slowdown were sparked by the Federal..
1 year ago

Michael Saylor Stays Bullish, Announces $21B Stock Sale for Bitcoin Expansion

Michael Saylor, Chairman of Strategy Executive, has revealed a significant plan to increase the company's Bitcoin (BTC) holdings Michael Saylor confirmed that Strategy, formerly known as MicroStrategy, will issue $21 billion in preferred STRK stock in order to purchase more Bitcoin in a recent post on X The statement coincides with larger stock..
1 year ago

Donald Trump’s Pro-Crypto Stance Sparks Concerns Among EU Ministers

European Union (EU) economic officials are concerned about Donald Trump's administration's audacious position on cryptocurrencies The topic will be covered during the next Eurogroup meeting on March 10, according to EUnewsit According to reports, "well-informed European sources" think that the pro-crypto stance of the new US government may have a..
1 year ago

Arkansas Lawmaker Pushes for Gambling Law Changes During iGaming Debate

A lawmaker from Arkansas is attempting to change the state's gaming regulations Earlier this year, Green Forest Senator Bryan King (R) proposed a joint motion to amend "Arkansas 32 Constitution, Amendment 100, concerning casino gaming" The resolve, however, doesn't go into additional depth about the precise adjustments he is looking for At the..
1 year ago

Strict Regulation Required to Combat Illegal Online Gambling in India

According to a recent study by the Digital India Foundation, illegal online gambling sites have significantly increased in number in India The study highlights how stricter legislation must be implemented by the government to curb this growing issue Primatch, Stake, 1xBet, and BateryBet, the four leading offshore gambling companies, had an..
1 year ago

Brian Armstrong Announces 1,000 New US Jobs During Crypto Policy Boom

Brian Armstrong, CEO of Coinbase (Nasdaq: COIN), shared his thoughts on recent policy developments following the White House’s first-ever digital assets summit The event, which gathered lawmakers and industry leaders, focused on the future of cryptocurrency regulation and adoption Taking to social media platform X on March 7, Armstrong..
1 year ago

US Aims To Expand Bitcoin Holdings as China’s BTC Stash Grows, Says Mow

According to Samson Mow, CEO of the Bitcoin-focused company JAN3, the United States has a compelling case to increase its Bitcoin holdings He responded to worries on X, where some cryptocurrency investors claimed that the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (SBR) solely included seized assets and not active Bitcoin transactions However, Mow believes that..
1 year ago

Robert Kiyosaki Warns of Market Crash, Recommends Gold, Silver, and Bitcoin

The author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, Robert Kiyosaki, has reiterated his long-held forecast of a catastrophic stock market meltdown He claimed that the crash he predicted in his 2014 book Rich Dad's Prophecy is already occurring in a recent post on X Kiyosaki identified fundamental flaws in contemporary retirement systems, pointing out in..
1 year ago

Jackpocket Suspends Operations in New Mexico Following Legal Review

Attorney General Raúl Torrez's legal assessment led to the closure of Jackpocket, DraftKings' online lottery courier, in New Mexico The ruling, which was made only a few weeks after the business left Texas, emphasizes the continuous regulatory obstacles that online gaming and lottery services in the US must overcome The Attorney General..
1 year ago

New Crypto Cashout Option Arrives at Choctaw Casinos

Choctaw Casinos & Resorts, Bitline, and Everi have teamed up to bring cryptocurrency withdrawals to casino patrons This new option allows players to convert winnings into digital assets, marking a shift in how funds are accessed in the gaming industry The service launched on Friday, with Choctaw Durant, Oklahoma location processing the..
1 year ago

Macau’s Gaming Tax Revenue Grows 35% in 2024

Macau collected MOP$881 billion ($11 billion) in gaming tax revenue in 2024, marking a 35% increase from the MOP$653 billion ($815 billion) recorded in 2023 According to the Financial Services Bureau, the total also surpassed the government’s initial projection of MOP$836 billion ($104 billion) by 54% Gaming remains the primary source of tax..
1 year ago

Atlantic City Casinos Highlight Responsible Gaming Efforts in March

The casino sector in Atlantic City is embracing Problem Gambling Awareness Month by highlighting its dedication to responsible and safe gaming all month long The program seeks to maintain New Jersey's leadership in player protection by guaranteeing that gambling is always a fun and safe activity for everyone Casino Association of New Jersey..
1 year ago

Michigan Cracks Down on Offshore Gambling with Cease-and-Desist Orders

Five internet operators have received cease-and-desist letters from the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB), which is stepping up its efforts to combat illegal gambling BetWhale Casino, Black Lotus Casino, Coins Game Casino, Love2play Casino, and Orion Stars 777 Players are among the businesses that are being targeted Without the required..
1 year ago

Entain Reports FY24 Growth Despite Profit Decline and Market Shifts

Although revenue increased significantly, Entain's FY24 financial report also notes difficulties with operational profit Net gaming revenue (NGR), excluding the US, increased 7% year over year to $516 billion ($666 billion), and gross profit increased 7% to $312 billion In the meantime, underlying EBITDA increased by 8% to £109 billion At..
1 year ago

Full House Resorts Reports $40.7M Loss in 2024 Despite Strong Revenue Growth

Full House Resorts had a mixed financial year at the end of 2024 Despite a 212% year-over-year growth in revenue to $2921 million, the company's net loss increased by 633% to $407 million Adjusted EBITDA increased by 02% to $486 million in spite of this The company's best-performing segment was Midwest & South, which brought in $2196..
1 year ago

US Moves Toward Bitcoin Acquisition Under Trump’s Executive Order

According to White House artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency czar David Sacks, a recently issued executive order may soon allow the US to start actively buying Bitcoin This decision creates two important government holdings: a strategic reserve dedicated to Bitcoin and a larger stockpile of digital assets Sacks confirmed details..
1 year ago