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


Bellagio Announces Major Expansion Plans in Las Vegas

The iconic Bellagio in Las Vegas is set to undergo a significant expansion, as detailed in documents recently submitted to Clark County According to a local news report from KTNV, the project, aptly named 'Project Mojave,' will add 400,000 square feet of entertainment and retail space on the south side of Bellagio Drive The expansion plans..
2 years ago

Judge Keeps NFT Sale Suit Against DraftKings Alive

A federal judge recently ruled that a proposed class action lawsuit against DraftKings will proceed The lawsuit alleges that DraftKings "violated federal securities laws by not properly registering its non-fungible tokens (NFTs)," according to Bloomberg Judge Denise Casper of the US District Court for the District of Massachusetts presided over..
2 years ago

Hong Kong Kidnappers Caught After $660,000 Crypto Ransom Demand

In a shocking incident that occurred in Tseung Kwan O, Hong Kong, two abductors wanted cryptocurrency as ransom for a three-year-old boy The kidnapping, which took place on July 3, has sparked serious worries about the usage of virtual money in illegal activity The child was abducted while out shopping with his mother According to reports in..
2 years ago

South Africa Grants Additional Licenses to Crypto Asset Providers

In keeping with its strategy realignment, Kambi sees 2024 as a year of transformation Revenue for the entire year is expected to range from €170 million to €180 million, somewhat less than the €1733 million recorded for FY23 In spite of this, Kambi is still upbeat about revenue growth at the end of the year from new partner signings and..
2 years ago

Slow Regulatory Progress Leads Kambi to Drop 2027 Forecasts

Leading sports betting technology company Kambi set lofty targets in January of last year, hoping to double its earnings and operating profit by a substantial margin by 2027 The company's initial goals were to generate operating profit of more than €150 million and sales of between €330 million and €500 million, which is two to three times..
2 years ago

Responsible Gambling Advocates Call for Transparent Win-Loss Tracking

Jake Minear, a West Australian businessman, has put forward a straightforward but powerful idea He suggests that bookmakers prominently display each patron's win-loss balance This would enable gamblers to monitor their spending in real time, potentially preventing excessive losses Minear's proposal has garnered support from notable responsible..
2 years ago

Upcoming Fortnite LEGO Update Brings Fresh Biomes

The first season of Chapter 5 of Fortnite LEGO is about to receive a big upgrade Even though it launched concurrently with other popular game modes like Battle Royale and Zero Build, Epic Games has made a commitment to regularly upgrading every game mode This also applies to the LEGO mode, which will shortly receive a significant patch Expanding..
2 years ago

Finland Aims for 2027 Launch of New Gambling Licensing System

The European gaming industry greeted the Finnish monopoly Veikkaus with warm arms in February, as it supported an open licensing scheme meant to counteract illicit market activities But worries about a suggested cooling-off period surfaced, echoing the difficulties encountered by recent entrants into the Dutch market A law to create an open..
2 years ago

Rivers Casino Pittsburgh Unveils $6.6M Property Renovation

Rivers Casino Pittsburgh recently completed a significant $66 million renovation, enhancing its North Shore events and entertainment hub The project introduced the new Bridges Ballroom and upgraded amenities while also refurbishing the existing Rivers Ballroom The renovation added over 50,000 square feet of "rentable and reservable" space The..
2 years ago

Illinois Woman Wins $1 Million Lottery, Credits Late Husband’s Blessing

Pamela Arscott, a Franklin Park, Illinois, mother of five and grandmother of ten, had a profound experience following her impulsive purchase of a scratch-off ticket Arscott credits her late spouse for rewarding her with a surprising $1 million victory from the Celebration Instant Ticket scratch-off Arscott saw the new scratch-off tickets at..
2 years ago

Controversial Bill Permitting Tribes to Sue California Cardrooms Faces Backlash

A new bill, SB 549, has sparked a fierce debate in California, allowing tribes to sue cardrooms, claiming they violate tribal rights California tribes hold exclusive rights to Las Vegas-style casino gambling, and the bill is currently under review in the general assembly Protesters gathered in force, displaying banners with messages like “No..
2 years ago

CoinShares Analysts Dismiss Fears Over Mt. Gox Repayments

Analysts at digital asset management company CoinShares believe that concerns about the repayments from the now-defunct cryptocurrency exchange Mt Gox are exaggerated Mt Gox, the biggest Bitcoin exchange in the world, declared bankruptcy after allegedly "losing" the majority of its currency to theft Subsequently, the exchange has retrieved a..
2 years ago

VanEck Bets on Trump’s Win with Solana ETF Filing

Matthew Sigel, VanEck’s head of digital assets research, has confirmed the firm's recent Solana (SOL) exchange-traded fund (ETF) filing hinges on Donald Trump winning the next presidential election Last week, VanEck made headlines as the first US company to submit an S-1 registration statement for a SOL ETF to the Securities and Exchange..
2 years ago

Consensys Strengthens Metamask Security with Wallet Guard Acquisition

The Web3 ecosystem faces persistent security threats, with scams and hacks resulting in significant financial losses In 2023, over $17 billion in cryptocurrency was stolen through scams alone, according to Chainalysis' 2024 Crime Report To combat these threats, Consensys, a leading blockchain firm, has acquired Wallet Guard, a cutting-edge..
2 years ago

NOGA Director Peter-Paul de Goeij Steps Down

After five years as Director of the Dutch Online Gambling Association (NOGA), Peter-Paul de Goeij has stepped down from his role Eric Konings, who has been with NOGA since 2022, will take over as interim director He aims to leverage his company knowledge and previous experience to guide the association through this transitional period Former..
2 years ago

NEXPACE Opens Pioneer Test Registration for MapleStory N

NEXPACE, a subsidiary of Nexon specializing in web3 technologies, has commenced registrations for the Pioneer Test of MapleStory N Gamers can now sign up until July 7 for early access to the blockchain-enhanced MMORPG, scheduled from July 24 to August 2 To join, prospective testers must complete a survey on MapleStory N’s official website..
2 years ago

Royal Thai Police Crack Down on Euro Cup Gambling

Over 2,600 people have been arrested by the Royal Thai Police since the start of the Euro Cup as a result of their increased efforts to stop unlawful gambling The Assistant National Police Chief, Pol Lt Gen Akkaradej Phimonsri, stated that the Center for the Prevention and Suppression of Illegal Euro 2024 Football Betting has been aggressively..
2 years ago

Cherokee Nation Entertainment Secures License for Pope County Casino

The Arkansas Racing Commission (ARC) has granted Cherokee Nation Entertainment (CNE) a license to construct a casino in Pope County, concluding a prolonged and controversial process The ARC's decision, announced on June 27, aligns with a 2018 constitutional amendment allowing four casinos in Arkansas This license marks the fourth and final..
2 years ago

Ocean Casino Resort Introduces Cardless Gaming Experience

Ocean Casino Resort has unveiled a new feature for its guests: Cardless Gaming This fully integrated mobile experience is available through the Ocean Casino Resort mobile app “The Ocean Casino Resort mobile app takes our gaming experience to a new convenient level for avid gamers and fun-goers by providing a cardless option directly to the..
2 years ago

Kentucky Judge Confirms Ban on Grey Area Skill Games

In taverns, convenience stores, and petrol stations all around Kentucky, there are a lot of unlicensed gaming machines Signed by Governor Andy Beshear in March 2023, HB 594 outlawed these machines There have been no successful attempts to license and govern gray skill games They would be the biggest expansion of gambling in state history,..
2 years ago