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.

EXPERTISE

  • Crypto
  • Casino
  • US Market
  • iGaming

Ricky's latest articles


Red Rake Gaming Partners with BetMGM for North American Expansion

Red Rake Gaming, a renowned developer of online casino content, has announced a strategic partnership with BetMGM This collaboration aims to broaden Red Rake's reach within the North American market by making its popular online slots available to BetMGM players The company highlighted the significance of this move, stating, “This partnership..
2 years ago

Cathie Wood Predicts Bitcoin’s Bull Market is Only Halfway Through

Cathie Wood, CEO of ARK Invest, believes Bitcoin is only halfway through its current bull market cycle In a recent interview with tech entrepreneur Peter Diamandis, Wood shared insights on ARK’s analysis of Bitcoin’s on-chain data “We have four people at ARK who are working on crypto generally, one dedicated to Bitcoin on-chain analytics..
2 years ago

Bitcoin Miner Hut 8 Corp. Secures 205 MW Power Deal in West Texas

Prominent Bitcoin miner Hut 8 Corp has finalized a power purchase deal for a West Texas location With this agreement, Hut 8 gets its first conversion from its vast 1,100 megawatt development pipeline, adding 205 megawatts of electricity capacity The new location gives Hut 8 access to reasonably cost wholesale power because it is situated close..
2 years ago

Innovative Therapy Approach at Las Vegas’ International Problem Gambling Center

Situated in the center of Las Vegas, the International Problem Gambling Center is transforming the way gambling addiction is treated by identifying and addressing the underlying emotional triggers that cause compulsive behavior through intense cognitive therapy sessions The center's rigorous six-week curriculum, led by Stephanie Goodman,..
2 years ago

Bad Hombre Gaming and Livespins Join Hands to Redefine Online Casino Experience

Bad Hombre Gaming, a leader in the crypto casino sector, has announced a groundbreaking partnership with Livespins, enhancing their platform with innovative slot streaming capabilities In a strategic move, Bad Hombre Gaming has integrated Livespins into its advanced crypto casino platform, offering players a unique social gaming experience..
2 years ago

Peter & Sons Partners with Relax Gaming to Expand Market Presence

Relax Gaming, a top iGaming aggregator, and Peter & Sons, known for their unique game designs and cutting-edge casino experiences, have formed a strategic alliance For both firms, this partnership represents a critical turning point in their efforts to transform the online gaming industry The distribution of Peter & Sons' innovative..
2 years ago

Illinois Legislators Forge Ahead with iGaming Legalization Plans for 2025

Even though he has had a number of legislative failures in his recent attempts to legalize iGaming in Illinois, Representative Edgar Gonzalez Jr is not giving up Gonzalez is committed to reintroduce the matter for consideration in 2025, despite these obstacles iGaming has already been allowed in seven states in the US, enabling licensed..
2 years ago

Entain Appoints Helen Ashton as Independent Non-Executive Director

Entain, a prominent figure in the gambling industry, has welcomed Helen Ashton as its new independent non-executive director (NED) With a wealth of corporate and business experience spanning over three decades, Ashton's appointment is poised to enrich Entain’s board In her new role, Ashton will not only serve as an independent NED but also..
2 years ago

Maryland Casinos Generate $162.9M in June Revenue

Newly released data from Maryland indicates that the state's casinos amassed $1629 million in revenue for June MGM National Harbor led the market among the state's six casino sites The revenue for June 2024 shows a slight decline of 05%, or $802,798, compared to June 2023 Despite this minor drop, casino gaming contributions to the state rose by..
2 years ago

Governor Cooper Vetoes CBDC Ban During Legislative Support

Governor Roy Cooper of North Carolina has vetoed a bill intended to prevent the state from adopting a digital currency produced by the US Federal Reserve called a central bank digital currency (CBDC) Cooper felt the bill was "premature, vague, and reactionary," which is why he decided on June 5 not to sign it into law even though it had received..
2 years ago

Pagcor Increases May Remittance to PHP3.27 Billion

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (Pagcor) remitted PHP327 billion (US$559 million) to the national government in May, marking a 261 percent increase from the PHP26 billion remitted in May last year This data comes from the latest cash-operations report released by the Philippines’ Bureau of the Treasury For the first five..
2 years ago

Gibraltar Authority Questions Jurisdiction in Mansion Group Probe

Karel Manasco, the former CEO of Mansion Group, has recently accused the business of illegal activity, raising a number of unsolved questions These allegations have drawn attention again even though Mansion Group stopped operating in October of last year In October 2010, Karel Manasco started working with Mansion Group as a CFO He was still the..
2 years ago

$1.7 Million Lost to Scammers Masquerading as Coinbase Reps

A new cryptocurrency scam has emerged, with fraudsters posing as Coinbase employees to swindle users out of millions Tegan Kline, co-founder of Edge & Node, revealed that his friend lost $17 million from their self-custody wallet after falling victim to this scheme The scammers initially contact the victim through a phone call, pretending..
2 years ago

MotoDEX Introduces NFT Airdrop with Play-to-Earn Opportunities

In a strategic alliance aimed at enhancing user engagement, game developer DEXStudios has partnered with Kroma, an Ethereum-based ZK rollup, to introduce an exclusive Ore NFT airdrop campaign within MotoDEX, a popular NFT motorcycle racing game To participate in the campaign, players simply need to link their wallet to the game's browser..
2 years ago

Veikkaus Welcomes Former Kindred Exec as New Sportsbook Director

Veikkaus has announced Erik Reimblad as their new sportsbook director, starting today, July 5 Reimblad’s appointment comes shortly after his departure from Kindred, where he served for 12 years Reimblad’s tenure at Kindred saw him excel in various roles, most recently as director of sportsbook for three and a half years His journey included..
2 years ago

BetMGM Honored at EGR North America Awards 2024

BetMGM has achieved significant recognition, winning Sports Betting Operator of the Year and Employer of the Year at the EGR North America Awards 2024 The prestigious event, celebrating excellence in the North American online gaming industry, took place in New York City on June 27 "Winning two EGR North America Awards is a tremendous honor,"..
2 years ago

Ohio Sportsbooks Surpass $600M Handle for Ninth Consecutive Month

Even though May 2024 was the month with the least amount of wagering activity in Ohio this year, there were still some noteworthy successes The statistics presented by the Ohio Casino Control Commission indicates a noteworthy rise in comparison to the previous year Currently, wagers made at Ohio sportsbooks total $113 billion since the market's..
2 years ago

Evoke Partners with Mindway AI to Enhance Responsible Gambling Measures

Evoke has teamed up with Mindway AI to bolster its responsible gambling efforts across all its brands, including 888, William Hill, and Mr Green This partnership aims to provide advanced player protection through Mindway AI’s innovative solutions Mindway AI utilizes artificial intelligence, neuroscientific insights, and human assessments to..
2 years ago

Macau Tightens Illegal Gambling Laws in Public Spaces

Macau is set to introduce new legislation to curb illegal gambling in public areas Following a recent discussion between a Legislative Assembly committee and government officials, the focus will be exclusively on gambling activities occurring in public places This move aims to reinforce the city’s stance against illegal gambling The upcoming..
2 years ago

NetBet Mexico Partners with Octoplay to Enhance Gaming Experience

NetBet Mexico has entered into a strategic partnership with iGaming provider Octoplay, significantly expanding its gaming portfolio This collaboration will allow players in the region to enjoy a range of Octoplay's innovative titles directly on the NetBet Mexico website The partnership aims to enrich the gaming experience for NetBet Mexico..
2 years ago