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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  • US Market
  • iGaming

Ricky's latest articles


CleanSpark Surpasses Year-End Hashrate Target, Eyes 2025 Growth Milestones

With an operating hashrate of 375 EH/s, CleanSpark Inc has surpassed its aggressive 2024 year-end target of 37 EH/s As it gets ready for more growth, this milestone shows the company's dedication to strategic growth and operational effectiveness Last week, new data centers in Wyoming and Tennessee were turned on as part of CleanSpark's staged..
1 year ago

Arizona Benefits Fund Receives Over $42.5M in Tribal Gaming Contributions for Q2 2025

Tribal gaming made a substantial financial contribution to the Arizona Benefits Fund in the second quarter of 2025, according to the Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) With the receipt of more than $425 million, the fund achieved yet another significant milestone in assisting important state projects The ADG emphasized the important sectors..
1 year ago

Massachusetts Gaming Industry Reports Strong November Performance

The gaming figures for November 2024 released by the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) show remarkable increases in casino and sports betting The state reported $7778 million in sports wagering handling and $1008 million in casino gross gaming revenue (GGR) Sports Betting, Online Dominates the Market Online sports wagering played a..
1 year ago

Xi Jinping Praises Macau’s Well-Managed Gaming Industry Development

President Xi Jinping stressed the need of the area expanding its economic foundation during his visit to Macau from December 18 to 20 Xi called on the city to "embrace a broader vision" during his remarks at the Macau Special Administrative Region's (MSAR) 25th anniversary festivities The Chinese leader pointed out that although Macau has made..
1 year ago

$40B in Bitcoin? Changpeng Zhao Comments on UAE’s Crypto Holdings Claim

Binance founder Changpeng Zhao recently stirred discussions about the United Arab Emirates' cryptocurrency landscape after sharing a claim about the nation’s Bitcoin holdings The tweet, which referenced an article asserting that the UAE holds $40 billion in Bitcoin, quickly drew mixed reactions from industry experts The claim Zhao shared on X..
1 year ago

California Duo Faces Charges in $22 Million Crypto Fraud Case

Federal prosecutors have charged California residents Gabriel Hay and Gavin Mayo in connection with a $22 million cryptocurrency fraud scheme The indictment alleges the two orchestrated multiple "rug pull" scams and abandoned NFT projects while pocketing investor funds According to the US Attorney’s Office, Hay, based in Beverly Hills, and..
1 year ago

Bankrupt Cryptopia Starts Distributing $225M to Impacted Users

The long-awaited recompense for victims of the 2019 Cryptopia attack is now being given Funds for confirmed users affected by the security incident have begun to be distributed by Grant Thornton, the liquidator overseeing the now-defunct Bitcoin exchange Millions of digital assets were stolen as a result of the breach, which happened over six..
1 year ago

Live! Casino and Hotel Louisiana Prepares for February Opening

The Cordish Companies have announced that Live! Casino and Hotel Louisiana will celebrate its grand opening on February 13, 2025 The event is set to include a variety of entertainment offerings and is subject to final approval from the Louisiana Gaming Control Board John Chaszar, Executive Vice President and General Manager of the..
1 year ago

Mississippi Gaming Commission Approves New Biloxi Casino Site

The Mississippi Gaming Commission has given conditional approval to the Tullis Garden Hotel and Casino project in east Biloxi, according to a local Sun Herald report While the green light marks progress for the proposed site, the approval hinges on resolving ongoing legal disputes During a meeting in Jackson, the Commission discussed the Tullis..
1 year ago

Delano Hotel Transforms into W Las Vegas under MGM and Marriott Partnership

The Delano Hotel has officially transitioned to the W Las Vegas, marking its inclusion in the MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy The rebranding, finalized on Wednesday, aligns with a long-term licensing agreement between MGM Resorts International and Marriott International, initially announced in 2023 This non-gaming property, located at..
1 year ago

Scott Sibella Breaks Silence on Nevada Gaming Commission Ruling

Scott Sibella, former President of Resorts World Las Vegas, addressed the Nevada Gaming Commission’s decision to revoke his gaming license on December 19 This ruling came after Sibella reached a tentative agreement with the Nevada Gaming Control Board on December 13 During the hearing, Sibella expressed gratitude for the opportunity to share..
1 year ago

Curaçao Embarks on Gaming Industry Overhaul with Landmark Legislation

The National Ordinance on Games of Chance (LOK), which is a crucial step in reforming Curaçao's gaming industry, has been passed The new law, which was approved by the parliament with a vote of 13–6, responds to complaints about the island's lax and antiquated regulatory framework The establishment of the Curaçao Gaming Authority (CGA) is a..
1 year ago

Nevada Gaming Commission to Review Regulatory Changes in Public Hearing

Today at 10 AM Pacific Time, the Nevada Gaming Commission (NGC) will hold a public hearing in Boulder City's City Hall Council Chamber Discussions about adopting, changing, or abolishing certain rules are on the agenda Participants have the option of participating in person or through an online video conference The NGC emphasized the importance..
1 year ago

Austrac Alleges AML Violations at Entain

Australia's financial crimes watchdog, Austrac, has taken legal action against Entain, citing failures in its anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CTF) measures This is the first time Austrac has pursued civil penalties against an online betting company Entain, which owns Ladbrokes and Neds in Australia, revealed the..
1 year ago

Senate Discusses Oversight for Expanding Sports Gambling

The federal government is now turning its attention to the fast-expanding sports betting industry The US Senate Committee on the Judiciary recently held a hearing titled "America’s High-Stakes Bet on Legalized Sports Gambling" to explore the effects of legal sports wagering and its future regulation This marks the first time Congress has..
1 year ago

iGaming and Sports Betting Grow in Michigan with Record November

The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has reported a total revenue of $2843 million for iGaming and online sports betting in November, marking a 121% increase from the previous month The record-setting numbers underline the growing popularity of digital gambling in the Great Lake State Record-Breaking Sports Betting and iGaming Growth iGaming..
1 year ago

Overhere Blames Hailey Welch Team for Token Failure

Overhere, the company behind the HAWK meme coin, has distanced itself from the token’s collapse, directing blame toward Haliey Welch, better known as Hawk Tuah Girl, and her team The token, launched on Solana earlier this month, quickly lost over 90% of its value, leaving investors furious and accusing the project of being a classic rug..
1 year ago

Thai Anti-Corruption Body Probes Former Police Chiefs Over Gambling Bribery

Along with seven other people, former Royal Thai Police commissioner-general Pol General Torsak Sukvimol is the subject of an inquiry by Thailand's National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) The investigation centers on claims of bribes connected to illicit gaming businesses According to reports, throughout his term from October 2023 to..
1 year ago

Strike CEO Jack Mallers Bullish on Bitcoin’s Future, Predicts $1 Million Price Target

Jack Mallers, the CEO of the payment platform Strike, is showing strong optimism toward Bitcoin's (BTC) future, especially as the cryptocurrency hovers above the $100,000 mark In a recent interview with Wall Street veteran Anthony Scaramucci on the Wealthion YouTube channel, Mallers discussed the potential for Bitcoin to reach unprecedented..
1 year ago

ESMA Issues Final Guidance on MiCA Regulations Ahead of Year-End Deadline

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has published its concluding guideline report as the European Union gets closer to the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation's ultimate implementation on December 30, 2024 By clearing up important ambiguities and providing clarification on regulatory obligations, this is a critical step in..
1 year ago