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


Brazil Approves Second Solana ETF

Another significant step forward for the rapidly expanding Brazilian cryptocurrency sector has been made with the approval of a second Solana exchange-traded fund (ETF) by the Brazilian Securities and Exchange Commission (CVM) The well-known asset manager from Brazil, Hashdex, will oversee this new ETF, which is now in its pre-operational phase To..
2 years ago

Binance Blocks $2.4 Billion in Potential Losses from Scams in 2024

Binance, the blockchain ecosystem behind the world’s largest crypto exchange, announced that it successfully prevented over $24 billion in potential losses from scams and fraud between January and July 2024 This milestone reflects Binance’s commitment to user safety, with more than 12 million users protected through its advanced risk..
2 years ago

Hard Rock Bet Launches Fall Campaign Featuring Post Malone

Hard Rock Digital is gearing up for a major promotional push this fall with its latest campaign, “Roll With Us,” starring renowned musician Post Malone This campaign is designed to promote Hard Rock Bet, the company’s integrated sportsbook and casino platform, and challenge the stereotypes associated with sports betting and online..
2 years ago

Thailand Advances Casino Legalization with New Prime Minister’s Support

With strong support from Paetongtarn Shinawatra, the country's new prime minister, Thailand is getting closer to legalizing casinos Shinawatra, the 37-year-old PM of Thailand, has expressed her strong support for the creation of a regulated gaming sector Her dedication is encouraging to those who are pushing for the nation to legalize..
2 years ago

Lottery.com Faces Legal Trouble Over Alleged Fraudulent Misrepresentation

Lotterycom is allegedly involved in false misrepresentation and is currently involved in a legal struggle The Florida-based supply chain company that initiated this case has reopened interest in the lottery ticket management service The lawsuit, which includes serious allegations against Lotterycom and its CEO, Matthew McGahan, was just made..
2 years ago

Nigeria Aims to Tax Cryptocurrency Industry Due to Revenue Concerns

The Nigerian government is moving toward imposing taxes on the rapidly growing cryptocurrency industry The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) plans to introduce a new tax administration bill to address this issue Although Nigeria is a significant player in the global crypto market, it currently sees minimal tax revenue from these activities The..
2 years ago

Robert Kiyosaki Urges Americans to Protect Wealth with Gold, Silver, and Bitcoin

Renowned author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, Robert Kiyosaki, is advising Americans to safeguard their wealth by investing in precious metals and Bitcoin (BTC) Kiyosaki emphasizes the risks within the current financial system, highlighting that while market crashes are visible to all, banking crises often remain hidden until it’s too late Kiyosaki..
2 years ago

Tether Expands USDT Stablecoin to Aptos Blockchain

Tether Inc, the leading issuer of stablecoins, is adding its US dollar-pegged stablecoin, USDT, to the Aptos blockchain This move aims to extend Tether's reach by incorporating Aptos, a layer-1 blockchain developed by former Facebook employees Though the exact date of the launch is still under wraps, Tether has emphasized the importance of..
2 years ago

Cryptocurrency Attacks Up in 2024 After a Brief Decline

The year 2024 has seen a worrying rise in cryptocurrency hacking and ransomware activities, according to a recent report by Chainalysis Although overall illicit transactions in the crypto market have decreased by 196%, from $209 billion to $167 billion, specific criminal activities like theft and ransomware have surged dramatically Crypto..
2 years ago

Donald Trump Reports $1M+ in Ether Holdings and NFT Revenue

Election records have shown that Donald Trump, the former president of the United States, owns ether (ETH) valued at $1 million to $5 million The precise amount of Trump's Ether ownership is unknown in the documents, but Arkham Intelligence pegs it at about $36 million Trump's significant participation in the bitcoin space is highlighted by this..
2 years ago

New Italian Online Gaming Laws Await European Commission Review

Italy is nearing the final stages of implementing significant reforms in its online gaming industry The new framework, aimed at updating the country’s online gambling regulations, is now under review by the European Commission (EC) This step brings Italy closer to launching a modernized licensing system that will govern online gambling..
2 years ago

Michigan Gaming Board Unanimously Renews Licenses for Detroit Casinos

The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has granted renewed licenses to Detroit’s three casinos—MotorCity, MGM Grand Detroit, and Hollywood Casino at Greektown The unanimous decision was made during the board's recent public meeting, where members ensured that each casino complied with the Michigan Gaming Control and Revenue Act Henry..
2 years ago

Flutter Eyes Snaitech in £2 Billion Deal with Playtech

Playtech has confirmed ongoing discussions with Flutter Entertainment regarding the potential sale of its Italian business, Snaitech The talks have sparked significant interest, especially given the estimated value of the deal, which stands at £2 billion ($257 billion) This valuation surpasses Playtech’s market cap of approximately £166..
2 years ago

Trump Organization Prepares for Cryptocurrency Project

The Trump Organization is preparing to enter the cryptocurrency market, as revealed in a recent report from the New York Post Eric Trump, the son of former President Donald Trump and an executive vice president at the Trump Organization, discussed the upcoming project in an interview While he kept most details under wraps, he hinted that the..
2 years ago

Future Casino Resorts in Thailand Could Do More Harm Than Good, Experts Say

A measure that would allow Thailand to have its first casino resorts is getting closer to approval; while this step is expected to bring about economic benefits, scholars have severe worries about it Although the government hopes that casino resorts will boost tourism, provide employment, and curtail illicit gaming, academics are dubious about the..
2 years ago

Bernstein Predicts Trump Win Could Boost Crypto Markets

According to a recent research report by Wall Street broker Bernstein, the upcoming US elections could significantly impact cryptocurrency markets, with contrasting outcomes depending on the winner Bernstein's analysis suggests that a Donald Trump victory in November would likely create bullish momentum for the crypto market, while a win by Kamala..
2 years ago

SBI Digital Community Partners with Ripple Labs to Expand XRP Ledger in Web3

A strategic collaboration between SBI Digital Community Co Ltd and Ripple Labs Inc aims to promote the XRP Ledger's uptake in the Web3 industry Through this partnership, the XRP Ledger will be included into larger Web3 projects with an emphasis on improving user interaction and blockchain accessibility SBI Digital Community, a division of SBI..
2 years ago

Animoca Brands Joins ZetaChain as Validator to Propel Multi-Chain Connectivity

The ground-breaking global blockchain ZetaChain has announced a major partnership with Animoca Brands, a major player in digital property rights for video games and the open metaverse A significant step toward achieving the goal of growing the use of digital assets and achieving seamless multi-chain connection is this alliance The alliance..
2 years ago

Morgan Stanley Analyzes DraftKings’ Stock Performance After Q2 2024 Results

After DraftKings released its Q2 2024 financial report, Morgan Stanley did a thorough study of the company's shares Despite growing revenue as indicated by the data, growing customer acquisition expenditures raise questions about the company's profitability The Q2 2024 adjusted EBITDA estimate provided by DraftKings shows lower profitability,..
2 years ago

Flutter Entertainment Reports Strong Q2 2024 Financial Growth, Led by FanDuel’s Success

The financial data for the second quarter of 2024 have been made public by Flutter Entertainment, which shows notable development throughout its business, especially through FanDuel, its majority-owned sportsbook When compared to the same quarter last year, the company's revenue increased by 20% to $36 billion First achieving this title in Q1..
2 years ago