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


Wynn Resorts Says Contingency Plans Ready For UAE Employees

Wynn Resorts said it is monitoring rising tensions across the Middle East and has safety measures in place to protect employees working in the United Arab Emirates The company confirmed contingency plans tied to the development of the Wynn Al Marjan Island resort in Ras Al Khaimah Good to Know Wynn Resorts is developing Wynn Al Marjan..
2 months ago

Graton Resort Opens New Casino Wing And Dining Venues May 4

Graton Resort & Casino in Rohnert Park will open the next stage of a $1 billion expansion on May 4 The development will introduce a new non smoking casino wing along with several dining venues as the property continues expanding its entertainment offerings in Sonoma County Good to Know A new 144,000 square foot non smoking casino..
2 months ago

New Maryland Senate Bills Aim To Legalize Online Casino Gaming

Maryland lawmakers have renewed efforts to expand the state gambling market by introducing bills that would legalize online casino gaming and internet bingo Any expansion would require approval from voters through a statewide referendum scheduled for the 2026 general election Good to Know Maryland lawmakers introduced two Senate bills..
2 months ago

Codere Online Posts Record €224.1M 2025 Revenue

Codere Online closed 2025 with record net gaming revenue, fueled by sustained momentum in Mexico and a record fourth quarter The company reported FY2025 results Thursday, confirming it met and exceeded internal profitability targets Net gaming revenue for the 12 months ended 31 December 2025 reached €2241M, up 6% from €212M in..
2 months ago

Bally Secures $156.6M Ferry Point Site for NYC Casino Project

Bally has finalized a $1566M land purchase in the Bronx, securing full control of the development site tied to its newly awarded New York downstate casino license The acquisition clears a major regulatory and logistical step following the December license decision The deed filing confirms transfer of the 16-acre parcel at 450 Hutchinson Parkway..
2 months ago

New Survey Finds Most American Adults Gambled Before Age 21

A national survey shows that most American adults engaged in gambling before turning 21, even though most states restrict sports betting, casino gaming, poker, and fantasy contests to adults Results also show rising concern about youth exposure and gambling addiction The study, conducted online by The Harris Poll on behalf of the National..
2 months ago

Macau Casino Groups Extend Paid Parental Leave

Major casino groups in Macau have introduced longer paid parental leave benefits starting March 1, aligning employment policies with broader demographic and workforce priorities in the region Good to Know Paid maternity leave rises from 70 to 90 days at five operators Paid paternity leave increases to seven days at most of those..
2 months ago

UK Gambling Commission Reviews Crypto Payments For Licensed Gambling

The UK Gambling Commission has started examining whether cryptoassets could become a payment option in licensed gambling across Great Britain Executive Director Tim Miller confirmed the plan while speaking at the Betting and Gaming Council AGM, tying the discussion to wider financial services reform and the incoming FCA crypto regime Government..
2 months ago

Work Begins On $8 Billion Metropolitan Park Casino Project Next To Citi Field

Early site work has started for Metropolitan Park, the planned casino and entertainment complex adjacent to Citi Field in Queens The project follows a December decision by the New York State Gaming Commission to award one of three downstate casino licenses to the development backed by Steve Cohen and Hard Rock Initial activity signals progress..
2 months ago

US Commercial Gaming Revenue Hits $78.72B Record In 2025

Commercial gaming revenue in the United States reached a new high in 2025, totaling $7872B, according to American Gaming Association data Tax contributions tied to that activity rose to $1809B, reflecting a 151 percent increase year over year Results show continued expansion across casino gaming, sports betting, and iGaming in all 38 commercial..
2 months ago

Indiana Passes Bill Banning Sweepstakes Casinos

Indiana lawmakers voted decisively to prohibit sweepstakes style online casino platforms that use dual currency systems The bill now heads toward enactment, with enforcement authority granted to the Indiana Gaming Commission beginning July 1 Votes in both chambers cleared comfortably, reducing chances of derailment Good to Know..
2 months ago

Caesars Entertainment Draws Buyout Interest After Stock Hits Five Year Low

Caesars Entertainment is reportedly in early stage takeover discussions after its stock price fell to a five year low Financial Times reported that multiple bidders have expressed interest, including Texas billionaire Tilman Fertitta, chief executive of Golden Nugget Market reaction was immediate Shares ticked up by 19 cents after news of..
2 months ago

Galaxy Entertainment Reports Higher 2025 EBITDA And Confirms Phase 4 Macau Expansion

Galaxy Entertainment Group Ltd, a Macau based casino operator listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, released financial results showing growth in both quarterly and full year performance while outlining plans for further development at its Cotai flagship resort Good to Know Fourth quarter 2025 EBITDA reached nearly HKD430 billion, up..
2 months ago

Wynn Resorts Confirms U.S. Data Breach With No Overseas Impact

Casino operator Wynn Resorts Ltd said there is currently no sign that data outside the United States was affected following a confirmed cybersecurity breach involving employee information Good to Know Company says no indication that non US data has been compromised Hackers accessed employee data in the United States Operations..
2 months ago

Acorn Ridge Casino Opens In Northern California Wine Country

Acorn Ridge Casino has opened to the public in Plymouth, introducing a new tribal gaming venue in Northern California and adding another destination within the Amador County hospitality and tourism corridor Good to Know 60,000 square foot casino developed by the Ione Band of Miwok Indians with Sierra Entertainment Property includes..
2 months ago

DraftKings Restructures Workforce Again To Further Reduce Costs

DraftKings has confirmed workforce reductions as part of an internal reorganization aimed at controlling costs and redirecting resources toward priority initiatives Good to Know Analyst estimates restructuring could deliver about $30 million in annual savings Cuts represent the second round of layoffs in three years following a 2023..
2 months ago

FY2027 Illinois Budget Plan Would Raise Casino Table Game Tax To 50 Percent

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker introduced a $57 billion FY2027 budget that includes a proposal to raise casino table game taxes through a new graduated structure tied to adjusted gross revenue Good to Know Top tax rate on table game revenue could reach 50 percent under the plan Proposal is expected to generate about $120 million in..
2 months ago

Malta Gaming Authority Review Flags Improvements Needed In Self Exclusion Systems

The Malta Gaming Authority released results of a 2025 thematic review examining how online B2C licensees apply self exclusion and responsible gambling protections across their platforms Good to Know Review covered 20 licensees and 58 active gaming websites Mystery shopping formed part of the assessment process Regulator requested..
2 months ago

Philippines Tightens AML Rules With Focus On Casinos And Other High Risk Industries

Philippine authorities are strengthening coordination among enforcement agencies to address money laundering and terrorism financing following a directive issued on 12 February by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr Good to Know National strategy calls for closer collaboration with the Anti Money Laundering Council Real estate, casinos,..
2 months ago

Wynn Resorts Faces Class Action Linked To Alleged ShinyHunters Breach

Wynn Resorts is confronting a proposed class action lawsuit following allegations that customer data became exposed during a cyber incident linked to hacking group ShinyHunters Legal action arrives at a time when casino and hospitality companies continue to manage growing digital risk tied to large scale data collection Good to Know..
2 months ago