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


Nevada Regulators Finalize Settlement to Revoke Scott Sibella’s Gaming License

Scott Sibella's career in the state's gambling sector will come to an end as a result of the tentative agreement by Nevada gaming regulators to cancel his gaming license In a deal with the former Resorts World and MGM Grand executive, the Nevada Gaming Control Board fined him $10,000 and prohibited him from returning to the industry for five..
1 year ago

National Security Crisis Could Push Bitcoin Into Reserve Asset Status, Says Gromen

In order to handle new national security and economic issues, macro expert Luke Gromen proposes that the US adopt Bitcoin (BTC) as a neutral reserve asset Gromen emphasized in an interview with Robert Breedlove how the United States may be forced to reevaluate its position on Bitcoin and the fiat currency system due to changing geopolitical..
1 year ago

Robinhood Crypto Reports Record Growth and Expands Services in 2024

The 2024 end-of-year report from Robinhood Crypto shows remarkable development and noteworthy milestones accomplished in a number of markets Robinhood Crypto has established itself as a major force in the cryptocurrency market by concentrating on growing its user base and offering more services Impressive Growth and Market Expansion Among the..
1 year ago

Coinbase to Delist Non-Compliant Stablecoins, Including Tether’s USDT, in Europe

Cryptocurrency exchanges are taking important actions to ensure compliance with the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA), which is about to be fully implemented in Europe The new rules will have a big effect on the market starting on December 30, 2023, especially for stablecoins Major exchanges have started eliminating stablecoins that don't..
1 year ago

ASA Partners with GRAI to Enhance Gambling Advertising Complaints Process

The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) and the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) have partnered to enhance the regulation of gambling advertising in Ireland After it is completely formed, the new statutory agency will be in charge of licensing and overseeing gambling services in Ireland The goal of this collaboration is to ensure..
1 year ago

Caesars Entertainment Sells LINQ Promenade for $275 Million to TPG and Acadia Realty

Caesars Entertainment has finalized the sale of the LINQ Promenade to a joint venture between TPG Real Estate and Acadia Realty Trust's Investment Management Platform The deal, valued at $275 million, marks a significant step in Caesars’ ongoing efforts to manage its debt Located between the Flamingo Las Vegas and Caesars’ LINQ Hotel +..
1 year ago

Thaksin Shinawatra Calls for Focus on Digital Assets in Thailand

Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra recently addressed an audience at the Intercontinental Hotel in Hua Hin, urging the Thai government to deepen its understanding of cryptocurrencies He highlighted the global shift toward digitization as a key reason for exploring the digital economy During his lecture, Shinawatra emphasized the..
1 year ago

Bitcoin Giant MicroStrategy Joins Nasdaq-100 Elite

MicroStrategy, the largest corporate holder of Bitcoin, will officially join the Nasdaq-100 index on December 23, thereby cementing the company's place among some of the most influential firms on the stock exchange, including tech giants like Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, and Alphabet The Nasdaq-100 index comprises the top 100 non-financial..
1 year ago

Bank of England Seeks Crypto Exposure Reports for Future Policy Development

The Bank of England's regulatory body, the Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA), has urged businesses to submit thorough reports on their cryptocurrency operations The PRA asked companies to report their present and projected exposures to cryptoassets by March 2024 in a statement released on December 12 The goal of this endeavor is to influence..
1 year ago

DraftKings’ Kevin Hart and LeBron James Ad Tops Sports Betting Rankings

EDO, a company specializing in TV outcomes measurement, has published its 2024 year-in-review, highlighting the most effective ads across various industries The review focuses on consumer engagement, ranking ads based on their ability to drive interaction In the sports betting sector, DraftKings and FanDuel emerged as the key players DraftKings..
1 year ago

Senate Committee to Host Hearing on Sports Betting Next Week

At ten in the morning on Tuesday, December 17, in Washington, DC, the US Senate Judiciary Committee will hold a hearing on sports betting The venue for the event is the Dirksen Senate Office Building, specifically Room 226 Since the Supreme Court's 2018 ruling to repeal PASPA, sports betting has become increasingly popular nationwide, and this..
1 year ago

Gambling.com Group Announces $160 Million Acquisition of OddsJam’s Parent Company

Gamblingcom Group has struck a significant deal, agreeing to acquire Odds Holdings for $160 million contingent on the performance of OddsJam and other brands through the end of 2026 This acquisition marks a key step in Gamblingcom Group's strategy to expand its presence in the online gambling industry Odds Holdings, which operates OddsJam, a..
1 year ago

Philippines Deports More Ex-POGO Workers to China During Crackdown

In a coordinated effort, over 30 Chinese nationals involved in offshore online gaming operations in the Philippines were sent back to China last Thursday The operation, part of an ongoing law enforcement collaboration between the two countries, was confirmed by the Chinese embassy in Manila This latest repatriation marks the fourth such..
1 year ago

Louisiana Explores Taxing and Regulating iGaming Platforms

Louisiana lawmakers are evaluating the economic potential of iGaming, focusing on how taxation could benefit the state A recent report by WAFB highlights the growing interest in regulating online gambling platforms, such as Stake, which collaborates with celebrities to reach broader audiences Lawmakers Push for Regulation State Representative..
1 year ago

BlackRock Advocates Bitcoin for Diversified Portfolios, Suggests 2% Allocation

Asset management leader BlackRock is actively promoting Bitcoin (BTC) as a valuable addition to balanced investment portfolios With over $10 trillion in assets under management, the firm has highlighted the role of Bitcoin in multi-asset strategies in a new research paper, according to Bloomberg BlackRock suggests a 2% allocation of Bitcoin in..
1 year ago

Roger Ver Alleges U.S. Attempted to Undermine Bitcoin in 2011 with Forum Censorship

Bitcoin Cash (BCH) pioneer Roger Ver has alleged that the US government attempted to hinder Bitcoin's (BTC) growth as early as 2011 Speaking with Tucker Carlson, Ver described incidents he believes highlight efforts to disrupt Bitcoin's early adoption Ver recalled how Bitcointalkorg, one of Bitcoin’s earliest online forums, became nearly..
1 year ago

India’s Economic Advisor Calls for Balanced Crypto Regulation

India's Chief Economic Advisor, V Anantha Nageswaran, has urged regulators to support innovation in cryptocurrency while ensuring transparency and public accountability Speaking at the Global Economic Policy Forum 2024, Nageswaran emphasized that regulators must not hinder advancements in digital assets like Bitcoin “We need to ensure that..
1 year ago

SEC Seeks Public Input on Bitwise’s Dual Crypto ETP Proposal

The public is being asked to comment on a new proposal from Bitwise Asset Management by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) An exchange-traded product (ETP) that will hold a mix of Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) has been submitted for approval by the cryptocurrency company The goal of this project is to make the two biggest digital..
1 year ago

SEC Charges Three Nigerians in Multi-Million Dollar Bitcoin Fraud Scheme

Three Nigerian citizens have been charged by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) with scamming Bitcoin investors out of $29 million According to the SEC, Chibuzo Augustine Onyeachonam, Stanley Chidubem Asiegbu, and Chukwuebuka Martin Nweke-Eze impersonated real financial professionals using a range of dishonest techniques, such as..
1 year ago

New York Red Bulls Partner with Sports Illustrated Tickets for Blockchain Innovation

In a groundbreaking move, the New York Red Bulls have entered into a 13-year partnership with Sports Illustrated Tickets, marking a significant shift in sports ticketing As part of the deal, the Red Bulls' home stadium in Harrison, New Jersey, will be renamed “Sports Illustrated Stadium” This partnership introduces a blockchain-powered..
1 year ago