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


October Marks 3% Revenue Drop for Las Vegas Strip, Extending Decline Streak

According to the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB), the state's gambling income for October was $128 billion, a 2% decrease from the same month the previous year Although the state's performance shown resiliency in certain sectors, important regions such as the Las Vegas Strip saw year-over-year reductions for the fourth consecutive month Las..
1 year ago

Thailand’s Casino Resort Market Poised for Massive Growth

Thailand’s emerging casino resort industry holds the potential to generate $15 billion annually in gross gaming revenue (GGR) once fully established, according to Jeffrey Kiang, an analyst at CLSA Ltd Speaking at the Thai Entertainment Complex Summit in Bangkok, Kiang highlighted Thailand’s potential to become a leading gaming destination in..
1 year ago

ARK Invest’s Cathie Wood Sees Promising Growth for Tech After Trump’s Inauguration

With Donald Trump becoming office next month, Cathie Wood, the founder of ARK Invest, is predicting a surge in growth for internet companies Wood thinks that the Trump administration will implement business-friendly rules that will foster innovation, especially in the areas of digital assets, artificial intelligence (AI), and other tech-related..
2 years ago

Bitcoin Proponent Reveals Plans for ‘Strategic Reserve’ Laws Across 10 US States

In the US, there is a growing movement for sovereign Bitcoin reserves, and numerous states are getting ready to pass legislation creating BTC reserves The Satoshi Act Fund's founder, Dennis Porter, disclosed that his group is collaborating closely with legislators in ten states to put forward "Strategic Bitcoin Reserves" legislation This program..
2 years ago

Wyoming to Reintroduce Online Casino Bill in 2025 Legislative Session

Representative Robert Davis has said that he intends to reintroduce an iGaming bill during the 2025 legislative session, marking another drive by Wyoming to allow internet casinos A recent research that examined the economic potential of online casinos in the state produced encouraging results, which prompted the action The Wyoming Gaming..
2 years ago

Jackpot Crossing Casino Upgrades to CasinoTrac for Enhanced Management System

The CasinoTrac management system, created by Table Trac, will be used by Jackpot Crossing Casino in Carson City, Nevada This major change will improve the casino's operations, which include more than 180 slot machines and live and online table games, and replace the current system The casino has been a mainstay in the area since it opened in 2010..
2 years ago

Hard Rock Atlantic City Kicks Off 12 Days of Giving with $10,000 Donation

With a $10,000 donation to the Community FoodBank of New Jersey, the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City and the Boardwalk 1000 Foundation have kicked off their yearly 12 Days of Giving campaign This kind donation is the start of the resort's broader plan to assist neighborhood organizations throughout Christmas season long The goal of the..
2 years ago

Crypto Strategy Leads Rivalry’s Q3 Transformation and Cost Reduction

Rivalry Corp, an iGaming and sportsbook operator, unveiled its Q3 2024 performance, marked by significant restructuring, a strong pivot to a crypto-centric approach, and notable cost reductions While revenue experienced a decline, the company expressed confidence in its leaner structure as a pathway toward profitability The second quarter also..
2 years ago

DraftKings CEO Jason Robins Predicts Transformative Year for iGaming in 2025

Jason Robins, CEO of DraftKings, anticipates a groundbreaking year for the iGaming industry in 2025, driven by increased legislative activity and market expansion Speaking at the Craig-Hallum Online Gaming Conference, Robins shared his vision for the future of online sports betting and casinos while reflecting on DraftKings’ journey and..
2 years ago

Coinbase Halts Turkish Expansion During Market Uncertainty

Exchange of cryptocurrency After other trading platforms made similar actions, Coinbase abruptly withdrew its bid to enter the Turkish market Four months after the US-based corporation started its pre-application to operate in the area, this decision was made After the Turkish Capital Markets Board (CMB) revised its list of companies seeking..
2 years ago

Iowa’s Casino Revenue Faces Decline, But Sports Betting Breaks Records

Based on the most recent data from the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission, the 19 statewide casinos in Iowa have reported a modest fall in both income and attendance for the second year in a row Despite a decline in casino revenue, the state's authorized sports betting business had unprecedented growth in fiscal 2024 Casino Revenue and Attendance..
2 years ago

Macau Sees Strong Revenue Growth in November 2024

The region's revenue reached MOP 184 billion in November 2024, according to Macau's excellent financial figures In comparison to the same month last year, this represents a noteworthy 149% increase, maintaining the upward trajectory observed throughout 2024 Macau's total gross gaming revenue (GGR) for 2024 has already surpassed the figures from..
2 years ago

Blackstone to Launch Cirsa’s IPO on Madrid Exchange, Targets $1.1 Billion

In the first half of 2025, the private equity firm Blackstone plans to float shares of Cirsa, a well-known Spanish gaming operator, on the Madrid Stock Exchange According to Spanish news outlet Expansión, the move is anticipated to generate between €700 million and €1 billion ($732 million to $11 billion) With the help of prominent investment..
2 years ago

U.S. Government Moves Nearly $2 Billion in Bitcoin Linked to Silk Road

According to blockchain intelligence firm Arkham, a wallet connected to the US government has moved about $2 billion worth of Bitcoin to a new address On December 2, this big deal, which was worth about $192 billion, happened Nearly 20,000 Bitcoin, which had been taken from the Silk Road black web bazaar, was transferred After transferring the..
2 years ago

Ripple Labs Poised for RLUSD Stablecoin Approval by NYDFS

According to reports, Ripple Labs' RLUSD stablecoin is about to receive approval from the New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) With a possible December 4 formal launch date, this overcollateralized, dollar-pegged digital currency could receive regulatory approval as early as early December RLUSD: A New Entrant in the Stablecoin..
2 years ago

Playson Unveils Record-Breaking Christmas Campaign with €1 Million in Prizes

Playson, a prominent digital entertainment provider, has launched its largest-ever Christmas event, offering players thrilling opportunities to win big before the year ends Dubbed Merry Money Month, this month-long extravaganza promises a €1,000,000 prize pool spread across December It features three festive slot titles: Jingle Coins: Hold..
2 years ago

Robert Kiyosaki Predicts Wealth Gap to Widen as Bitcoin Surges

Robert Kiyosaki, the celebrated author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, predicts a growing divide between the wealthy and the rest as Bitcoin approaches a critical price threshold In a recent post on X, the well-known Bitcoin advocate emphasized the increasing importance of saving in Bitcoin and precious metals over fiat currencies Kiyosaki’s message..
2 years ago

Political Pressure Ended Meta’s Diem Project, Says Co-Creator

Meta’s ambitious blockchain payment initiative, Diem, ultimately collapsed due to intense political opposition, according to its co-creator David Marcus In a candid Nov 30 post on X, Marcus revealed that the project was not shut down due to regulatory violations but as a result of political..
2 years ago

Justin Sun Eats $6.24 Million Banana, Redefines Art and Value

In an event that has blended art, satire, and cryptocurrency culture, Tron blockchain founder and billionaire Justin Sun ate what might be the world’s most expensive banana This unusual act took place during a news conference in Hong Kong, where Sun consumed the fruit from Maurizio Cattelan’s infamous artwork, Comedian The piece, featuring..
2 years ago

How Microsoft’s Quantum Breakthrough Could Redefine Blockchain Mining

Microsoft and Atom Computing have announced a major leap in quantum computing, setting the stage for potential disruptions in blockchain mining Their collaboration has led to the creation of a quantum system capable of forming 24 entangled logical qubits using only 80 physical qubits This efficiency significantly surpasses previous methods, which..
2 years ago