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


Bitcoin Eyes $100K, But Glassnode Foresees Potential Profit-Taking After Milestone

Investors may start to take profits as Bitcoin (BTC) gets closer to the noteworthy $100,000 milestone, which could lead to a market fall After reaching this milestone, Glassnode's co-founders, Jan Happel and Yann Allemann, also known on social media as "Negentropic," cautioned their 63,200 followers that the cryptocurrency king might..
1 year ago

Charles Schwab Plans to Expand into Direct Crypto Investments

One of the biggest financial services companies, Charles Schwab, has declared its intention to provide its customers with direct access to cryptocurrency investing alternatives Rick Wurster, the company's president and incoming CEO, stated in an interview with Yahoo Finance that the company plans to join the cryptocurrency market as soon as legal..
1 year ago

MicroStrategy’s $3 Billion Debt Offering to Fund Bitcoin Expansion

Leading business analytics firm MicroStrategy has successfully concluded a $3 billion sale of senior notes with 0% convertible interest that are due in December 2029 The business intends to spend all or a portion of the money to keep up its aggressive acquisition strategy for Bitcoin With its ambitious "21/21" strategy, which aims to raise $42..
1 year ago

Massachusetts Casinos and Sports Betting Continue Strong Performance in October

The most recent statistics for the state's casino and sports betting operations in October were released by the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC), and they demonstrate remarkable outcomes in both areas The gross gaming revenue (GGR) for the three casinos in the state—Plainridge Park Casino, MGM Springfield, and Encore Boston Harbor—was..
1 year ago

US Commercial Gaming Revenue Hits Record High in Q3 2024

The US commercial gaming industry has marked a significant milestone in Q3 2024, with total revenue reaching a record $1771 billion This represents an 81% year-on-year growth, extending the industry's streak to 15 consecutive quarters of rising revenue According to the American Gaming Association (AGA), this is the highest Q3 revenue ever..
1 year ago

ECB Pushes for Acceleration in Digital Euro Development

European officials are being urged by the European Central Bank (ECB) to move quickly on the digital euro initiative Legislative delays have raised concerns that Europe may fall behind the rest of the world in the competition for central bank digital currency (CBDCs) The ECB's digital euro initiative project manager, Evelien Witlox, emphasized..
1 year ago

Serbia’s Green-Left Front Calls for Comprehensive Ban on Gambling Ads

The Zeleno-Levi Front (Green-Left Front, ZLF), a Serbian political party advocating for green policies, is intensifying its efforts to ban gambling advertisements entirely Party representatives argue that removing all gambling ads would be the most effective way to safeguard the public from gambling-related harm Forum Criticizes Government’s..
1 year ago

Brazil Implements Stricter Gambling Regulations Ahead of Legal Online Betting Launch

A major move has been taken by the National Consumer Secretariat (SENACON) to protect vulnerable groups as Brazil gets ready to open its legal online betting industry on January 1, 2025 Order No 2,344/2024, a new directive released by SENACON on November 20, 2024, attempts to limit advertising related to gaming and eliminate incentives intended to..
1 year ago

Pennsylvania Gaming Revenue Hits $496.6M in October 2024

The total gaming revenue for October 2024 was close to $4966 million, according to the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) Retail slot machines and iGaming slots are the main drivers of this 28% annual growth The revenue continues to flourish from the last month With $2006 million in revenue, up 42% from October 2023, retail slot machines..
1 year ago

Alabama Lawmakers Push to Revive Gambling Legislation

Legislators have indicated that they may take up the topic again in 2025, indicating that the fight over legal gambling in Alabama is still ongoing Sponsors of the gaming measure from the last session are committed to continuing the discussion, according to WIAT "The issue is not going away, and it is very much still on the table," sponsors..
1 year ago

BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF Options Debut With Nearly $2 Billion in Trades

An important turning point in the cryptocurrency markets was the introduction of options linked to BlackRock's bitcoin exchange-traded fund (IBIT) Nearly $2 billion in notional exposure was seen by these options on their debut, an astonishing amount that analysts call "unheard of" for a launch of this magnitude Bloomberg Intelligence analyst..
1 year ago

Michael Saylor Advocates for Bitcoin Investment in Microsoft Board Proposal

Michael Saylor, the chairman of MicroStrategy, has promised to support Bitcoin investment before the Microsoft board of directors Michael Saylor disclosed his forthcoming three-minute presentation at a VanEck-hosted X Spaces event on Nov 19 https://twittercom/vaneck_us/status/1854915410371457236 “The activist that put that proposal..
1 year ago

Pagcor Highlights Online Gaming’s Growth and Future Potential

Alejandro Tengco, chairman and CEO of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp (Pagcor), has emphasized that online gaming is the industry's inevitable future Speaking at the "Champion’s Night" event in Manila, organized by electronic gaming supplier FBM, Tengco attributed this shift to advancements in modern technology and mobile..
1 year ago

Flutter Entertainment Announces Leadership Changes and Restructuring for 2025

Flutter Entertainment has announced a major organizational reorganization and leadership change that will go into effect in January 2025 By segmenting its foreign operations into five different regions—Southern Europe & Africa (SEA), Central & Eastern Europe (CEE), Asia-Pacific (APAC), UK & Ireland (UKI), and Brazil—the company..
1 year ago

Michigan Workers Admit Role in Illegal Gambling Following MGCB Action

An investigation into illegal gambling at the Hot Spot Skill Arcade in Flint, Michigan, resulted in five guilty pleas The case, which was launched jointly by the Michigan gambling Control Board (MGCB) and the Michigan Department of Attorney General, shows the ongoing efforts to prevent unlawful gambling Operating without a gaming license, Hot..
1 year ago

Rumble Eyes Bitcoin Treasury, Stock Climbs on CEO’s Inquiry

Video-sharing platform Rumble (RUM) gained traction during Tuesday's US trading session after its CEO, Chris Pavlovski, hinted at exploring a Bitcoin (BTC) treasury strategy His post on X (formerly Twitter) sparked discussions within the corporate and crypto communities Pavlovski raised the question, "Should Rumble add Bitcoin to its balance..
1 year ago

Shaquille O’Neal Settles Astrals NFT Lawsuit for $11 Million

NBA great and Hall of Famer Shaquille O'Neal has reached a $11 million settlement with Astrals NFT holders He was accused of advertising unregistered securities connected to the Astrals NFT project on the Solana blockchain, and the settlement attempts to settle that complaint According to reports, O'Neal, the main star behind the Astrals..
1 year ago

Trump Media Group Explores Acquisition of Crypto Platform Bakkt

Trump Media and Technology Group (TMTG), the parent company of Truth Social, is reportedly in advanced talks to acquire Bakkt, a crypto trading platform According to the Financial Times, the deal is expected to be an all-stock transaction If finalized, it would position TMTG to integrate cryptocurrency into its growing portfolio, aligning with its..
1 year ago

Virgin Hotels Las Vegas Faces Prolonged Strike During Labor Dispute

On Sunday, union employees at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas continued their walkout into its third day, calling for better pay and benefits The walkout, the first in Nevada since 2002, interrupts operations as the city gets ready for the highly anticipated Las Vegas Grand Prix, with no new talks planned The hotel is the site of picketing by some 700..
1 year ago

Legendz Social Casino and Sportsbook Launches in 43 States

On November 18, Legendz Social Casino and Sportsbook launched in 43 states, marking its official entry into the US market The platform combines classic casino elements with contemporary touches to provide an entertaining social gaming experience In addition to slots, live table games, and a sportsbook, players can exchange their wins for actual..
1 year ago