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New York City Casino to Feature Crypto Trading Floor

Posted on June 2, 2022June 1, 2022 by Martin S.

A gaming giant and asset management firm headquartered in Las Vegas are mulling the possibility of adding more options to a multibillion-dollar casino that will be coming to the famous Manhattan skyline in New York City. The resort would have a spot for cryptocurrency trading as well as a landing pad for flying vehicles.

UE Resorts International, a partnership of Japan-based gaming technology supplier Universal Entertainment Corporation, and Jason Ader, a former Las Vegas Sands board member, had planned to submit a proposal for the casino to the local betting authority by December 10, 2021, according to an Insider.

The planned trading floor for cryptocurrencies would be the largest of its kind anywhere in the world. It would also contain a venue for events such as New York Fashion Week, the US Open, and Fleet Week. eSports stadiums are also part of the plans.

Trading or Wagering?

Crypto-based casino games were intended to be only one part of a broader entertainment strategy that featured other intriguing elements, according to Ader. The suggestion to establish a trading floor also resonates with the argument over whether trading digital currency is an investment or mere gambling.

“Mirai,” which means “future” in Japanese, was selected as the casino’s name. This lines up quite well with the futuristic plans that the developers have for the property. A $3 billion budget was initially set for the project. However, this might change depending on where all the proposed plans end up. Even the location itself could change.

Can It Work?

If you are simply jumping into the cryptocurrency market without a plan or strategy, you are almost certainly doomed to fail. Cryptocurrency experts fear that many of the alternatives on the market may evaporate within a few years, leaving investors with little to show for their money.

However, if you put in the time and effort, you may be like Bitcoin and watch your investment soar, just like that. Or, even better, you’ll be a pioneer in a wild new future when crypto replaces conventional money within a few years. Because of this, cryptocurrency is gaining in popularity.

This is likely what the New York casino investors are aiming for. The market is still in its nascent stages, especially with regard to mainstream adoption. Early investors and adopters here have a real shot at starting something big. The only question is whether or not they are willing to live with the eventual outcomes.

Bitcoza Debuts World’s First Charity Bitcoin Casino

Posted on March 2, 2022March 1, 2022 by Laura P.

Crypto charities are not an exactly new concept but the idea of a Bitcoin charity had not come up until recently. Bitcoza, a fast-rising operator in the world of crypto has recently launched what it claims is the first charity Bitcoin online casino on the planet.

According to the creators and operators of the platform, Bitcoza is aimed at offering players a fun gaming environment while at the same time giving them a chance to contribute to initiatives aimed at making communities. Better. So, in addition to being a profitable entertainment spot, the platform has an interest in assisting in the protection of endangered species.

This will be achieved by the company donating up to a whopping 50 percent of its revenue to charitable campaigns. As mentioned, the key focus of the charity efforts is endangered species so we expect to see a bias in that regard.

One of the current initiatives that the company is currently pursuing with its top-level VIP program involves saving the endangered Pinta Island Tortoise. The Pinta Island Tortoise which is currently at the Galapagos National Park and Conservancy is the only of its kind left in the world. In addition to that, Bitcoza has also been offering support to the World Wide Fund For Nature and the International Fund for Animal Welfare.

More About Bitcoza

Since its launch in the Spring of 2021, Bitcoza has built up quite a reputation. To begin with, it is a licensed and regulated gaming site. It has a license from the jurisdiction of Curacao. Players are therefore assured of fairness and safety. The operator also plans to take this a notch higher by rolling out a set of responsible gambling tools. These are going to come in handy for tracking spending and playing responsibly.

While its charity initiatives specifically reference Bitcoin, the iGaming site accepts several other digital currencies as payment methods. These include Bitcoin Cash, Ethereum, Dogecoin, Litecoin, Dai, and USD Coin. Increasingly popular crypto tokens are also eventually bound to find their way onto the platform.

When it comes to the games, Bitcoza has a pretty solid selection of titles too. Among its popular titles are blackjack, poker, baccarat, lotteries, slots, and roulette. One of the most notable things about the platform is the fact that its bonus schemes could net players up to a whopping $22,000 in bonuses. To make it even better, these bonuses are not accompanied by any wagering requirements should players choose to withdraw them.

Solana Pay Ventures into the Crypto Payments Space

Posted on February 2, 2022February 2, 2022 by Martin S.

While crypto has certainly revolutionized online payment in many respects, the sector still has more room to grow and advance further. There have been lots of different initiatives and developments dedicated to solving some of the things that have plagued crypto payments. Stablecoins and Bitcoin’s Lightning Network, for instance, were all dedicated to bringing some much-needed improvements to the sector.

Now, Solana Labs is hoping to make its play for the crypto payments sector with a solution it believes will be a gamechanger. The company has co-developed software that it will use to help merchants accept payments via the Solana network.

While still relatively new, the Solana network has been steadily growing in popularity. Today, it is the blockchain network that is the Ethereum network’s biggest competitor. That is because it offers a solid range of products and services. The most notable ones are the cheaper, faster, and more scalable transaction processing capabilities that the network boasts of.

Its new product is aimed at facilitating merchant payments and commerce rails. Both are very lucrative and thus a provider that offers the most value in terms of costs and instant payment settlements can tap into this unique growth opportunity.

No Middleman

Perhaps the most interesting thing about Solana’s new venture is that it lives up to the promise of crypto. Using QR codes, users will be able to make direct peer-to-peer (P2P) payments. All they need to have is a valid cryptocurrency wallet.

According to Solana Labs Head of Payments Sheraz Shere, the new product has the potential of paving the way for the future of mainstream crypto use. The fact that there is no need for a middle man taxing every transaction makes it very appealing to both merchants and consumers.

“Now that we have a blockchain that has the throughput, speed and scalability and low fees of traditional payment networks – 50,000 transactions per second and sub-second transfer times, we can potentially build a merchant payment system that’s truly on the blockchain, and most importantly, that’s peer-to-peer and decentralized and permissionless.”
Sheraz Shere, Solana Labs’ Head of Payments.

For those who may be concerned about volatility, the new product is particularly focused on USDC. According to the company, USDC transfers are the best way to go as they are not only simple to execute but also unlikely to add any stress to the network.

Some Expert Predictions for Crypto and iGaming in 2022

Posted on January 2, 2022December 30, 2021 by Laura P.

The new year is finally here and, as always, everyone is already looking into what might eventually come of it. For various industries, the beginning of a new year is often both a time of reflection and a time to ramp up preparations for what’s to come. This applies to the gambling and crypto industries as well.

These two sectors have enjoyed a surge in popularity over the past couple of years and 2022 is seemingly set to be yet another great year for them. There were, of course, some ups and downs. Still, from what we have already seen, it is possible to estimate the trajectory of these sectors. Some of the things that we should watch out for include:

More Mainstream Push for Crypto

For a long time, the gambling industry carried nearly all the weight as far as mainstream crypto use is concerned. 2021 changed that significantly thanks to the impressive rise in institutional interest. Lots of mainstream organizations including investment firms and financial institutions got in on the world of crypto.

There is a lot of optimism about 2022 and how it could be an even better year for crypto. Institutional support is one of the biggest pieces of the puzzle when it comes to bringing crypto use to the mainstream. More adoption of digital tokens and currencies will likely be a defining aspect of the year.

The Rise and Rise of Non-Fungible Tokens

Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) were one of the most divisive topics in 2021. While some people saw it as a fad, there were lots of people who saw its potential. The idea is still quite new to many people even those in the crypto community. This raises a few eyebrows with regards to its future.

Well, many experts are optimistic that NFTs are here to stay. The innovative technology has proven to be quite popular among crypto enthusiasts and creators alike. The latter have been able to find new ways of making money from their work. A few issues such as concerns about power consumption will need to be ironed out though.

Enter the Metaverse

With huge companies such as Meta (formerly Facebook) and Microsoft making a play for the Metaverse, the technology was a huge part of conversations in 2021. In 2022, those conversations continue and we expect even more announcements about potential additions to the metaverse.

Knowing how dynamic the iGaming sector is, it will not be long before we hear about more operators leveraging the power of the Metaverse. Crypto and the blockchain will, without a doubt, be a huge part of that shift.

Crypto Gambling Wins iGaming Market in Third Quarter of 2021

Posted on December 2, 2021December 2, 2021 by Martin S.

As crypto gambling continues to rise in popularity, we are also seeing a lot more activity in the crypto gambling space. Digital currencies and tokens such as Bitcoin have been evolving rapidly with gambling being one of the most significant areas of growth. Online gambling is currently the most lucrative space for many operators. Innovative use of technologies such as crypto and blockchain has been very vital for this growth.

Following a market study that lasted over several months, last Tuesday renowned crypto-first iGaming operator BGaming released a report detailing gambling market trends in Q3 of 2021. According to this report, crypto gambling showed the most significant growth of all existing gambling trends.

There was a massive surge in the popularity of digital currency use across several different sectors. It is now closer to mainstream adoption than ever. As such, its increasing popularity has made it a great way for many online casino operations to differential themselves. While Bitcoin still leads the pack, other digital tokens including custom ones from gambling operators have been doing very well.

“Being the world’s first iGaming provider to offer cryptocurrencies, we draw particular attention to crypto gambling. BGaming widens its network of crypto projects and we see the results. The number of explosive winnings on crypto projects has significantly risen over the past few months.”
Bogdan Gres, Brand Team Lead at BGaming.

For crypto-focused gambling companies such as BGaming, this is an indication that their efforts are paying off. It will therefore not be surprising to see even more entries into the crypto gambling space by both new companies and existing operators.

More Insights

The BGaming report also included other valuable insights into the current state of the iGaming sector and what we can expect for the future. To begin with, it found that mobile gaming is still a force to reckon with. Almost 95 percent of the operator’s gamers played from their mobile devices. If that is anything to go by, the mobile gambling vertical should only get better in the future.

Another important aspect of online gaming that BGaming’s report listed was the growing young adult audience. This tech-savvy and highly dynamic market grew by more than 6 percent in 2021. Finding new and exciting entertainment options is important to this audience. BGaming has thus been able to attract many of them thanks to its innovative crypto-powered offerings. To stay at the top, the company must cater to the demands of this audience.

Binance On the Spotlight Over Ties to Betting App in India

Posted on August 2, 2021August 2, 2021 by Martin S.

Both crypto and betting have been enjoying massive popularity all around the world. The situation is, however, not as rosy in India. The country has been known for its rather strong stance against gambling and the burgeoning digital currency and blockchain ecosystem. Its government has been trying hard to regulate these sectors. The latest casualty of these efforts is Binance, one of the world’s most popular crypto exchanges and brands.

Recently, the Enforcement Directorate, India’s anti-money laundering agency, began a probe into Binance Holdings Limited. The investigation is meant to ascertain whether the crypto exchange had something to do with betting apps. Its executives are currently being investigated.

No official communication is available on the matter. The Enforcement Directory has not commented and representatives from Binance have denied receiving any summons.

“We have always been a proactive player in fighting crime. We comply with regulator requests all around the world and we don’t comment on any specific engagements.”
Binance’s Spokesperson.

However, sources close to the matter have shared differing information that points to some messy issues. It will certainly take a bit of time before any of these matters get settled. It is thus bound to reach the public domain soon.

What Caused the Problem?

Blockchain, digital currencies, and the businesses related to them are no stranger to controversy. Binance is no exception. The company was incorporated in the Cayman Islands and has no corporate headquarters. This raised some eyebrows and the exchange has been facing scrutiny. Many countries including India have concerns that digital currencies can potentially be used to facilitate money-laundering, drug trade, and even terrorism.

Binance’s woes in India may have emanated from its involvement with betting apps which are also still facing some troubles themselves. The operators of said betting apps used wallets with WazirX to buy, convert and transfer funds on Binance. There should be a straightforward way of dealing with this but that is, unfortunately, not the case.

As it turns out, Binance failed to take responsibility by collecting the necessary know-your-customer documents from clients in most of the transactions. In addition to that, the crypto exchange also reportedly failed to collect information as required by the Finance Action Task Force (FATF), the global anti-money laundering watchdog.

Now, this may blow over without too many implications. Still, it represents a clear need for further action concerning the regulatory framework. India in particular has a long way to go when it comes to warming up to crypto and betting.

Crypto.com To Sponsor Formula 1’s New Sprint Races

Posted on July 2, 2021July 1, 2021 by Laura P.

Renowned international racing auto racing organization Formula 1 has become one of the latest entities to partner with the crypto industry. This is thanks to a multi-million-dollar deal between the organization and Crypto.com which is one of the fastest-growing crypto platforms in existence.

As per the terms of the partnership agreement, Crypto.com will now be able to enjoy a significant amount of brand presence around Formula 1 events. This will begin with the new Spring qualifying format that Formula 1 will be using to determine the starting positions of cars in some of its races.

Speaking on the new development, a spokesperson from Formula 1 said that they are very excited about the partnership. Crypto.com’s reputation as a leading crypto platform across the globe certainly opens doors for new ways of fan engagement. F1 director of commercial partnerships Ben Pincus has also confirmed that cryptocurrencies are “an area we are very interested in.”

All the Sprint races will go down in three rounds of the championship in 2021. After its launch at Silverstone, more events will likely head to Monza after which the next location will be selected. There is speculation that this could be either Interlagos in Brazil or the Circuit of the Americas in the USA

NFTs Coming to Formula 1

The idea that one of the biggest racing organizations will now be associated with the crypto industry is very exciting, to say the least. What is even more exciting is the fact that some arguably newer crypto technologies such as Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) will be a part of the deal.

“As F1 continues to explore new ways for fans to engage and become more immersed in the sport, Crypto.com will also become the Official Cryptocurrency Sponsor and NFT Partner of F1. Mirroring the fan-first approach F1 has adopted to engage with new audiences, Crypto.com aims to democratize the world of cryptocurrency for fans, through education and experiences in the new partnership.”

To kick things off, Crypto.com will be presenting a brand-new award. This is yet to be announced but we expect some news on it ahead of the Belgian Grand Prix.

All in all, this is a great step forward for the world of digital currencies. The sector is still fundamentally considered to be complicated. Thanks to such partnerships as the one between Crypto.com and Formula 1 we can expect even more growth. It is going to be very exciting to see how this partnership pans out going forward.

Update: Atari Crypto Casino Finally Launches with Virtual Party

Posted on May 2, 2021 by Laura P.

Last Thursday, renowned Japanese video game company Atari followed through with its plans to launch a cryptocurrency casino. This was through a virtual launch party that was hosted in Decentraland. Needless to say, the launch was a pretty huge milestone for the company as it doubles down on its efforts to become a huge player in the world of crypto gaming.

One of the biggest highlights of the launch event was the amazing performance of Dillion Francis, one of the world’s most popular DJs, record produces, and accomplished electronic musicians. He performed a DJ set via a live stream in the Casino Quarter of Vegas City on Decentraland. Atari was so impressed with this performance that they have gone on to say that it broke every record for a launch party.

The NFT Sale

Dillion Francis was one of the people that were behind the special non-fungible tokens (NFTs) that were auctioned off during the launch event. For that, the DJ and musician teamed up with MERDA, a popular visual artist. They then created three amazing NFT’s all of which were inspired by Gerald the Pinata

Dillon’s and MERDA’s NFTs were auctioned off on OpenSea and other platforms during Atari’s launch party. One of them featured a “3D Pixel Gerald,” and it sold for 6.42 ether (ETH) – this is the equivalent of $17,788 as of the time of this writing. Also worth noting is that the launch party began with a doubled prize pool which then brought the total prize pool for the launch to a whopping $20,000.

More to Come

Atari also recently announced plans for the formation of a blockchain division known as the Atari Blockchain. This move further solidifies the company’s venture into the world of crypto. Likely, the move will also nudge other companies to work towards similar initiatives.

Atari Crypto Casino Coming in 2021

Posted on April 2, 2021April 2, 2021 by Laura P.

In March, renowned video game developer Atari announced that it has plans to launch a crypto casino. Known as Atari Casino, the new crypto casino would allow users to enjoy playing the company’s iconic gaming titles such as Pac-Man, Pong, Space Invaders, and Asteroids among others using digital currencies like Bitcoin. While the game developer is yet to provide any information regarding a specific launch date, it is anticipated that the launch could be as early as May or even April depending on various factors.

Still, this is a very exciting move for Atari. Last year in October, the company launched its first digital currency. This was shortly followed by the announcement of its plans to join the Ethereum virtual reality game Sandbox. Needless to say, these were the first indicators of Atari’s growing interest in expanding its presence in the crypto space. It is safe to say, an Atari-owned crypto-based gaming site was inevitable.

Lucrative Collaboration

For this venture, Atari partnered with Decentral Games on the Ethereum blockchain. The two partners have been working on several Atari-themed games as well as Atari non-fungible tokens (NFTs) – players will be able to leverage the latter to earn more digital currency. NFTs have grown very popular over the past several months and it is not surprising to see that big brands such as Atari are trying to capitalize on it.

Atari Casino will be based in “Vegas City” which is a gaming district in Decentraland, the Decentral Game’s metaverse. For anyone who is not familiar with the concept, Decentraland is simply a virtual world where visitors can visit using their avatars.

“By combining our expertise in building crypto casinos with Atari’s decades of experience in developing video games, we are excited for our community to immerse themselves in an innovative and new gaming experience,” Decentral Games’ statement read.

Some of the amazing things that players can look forward to on Atari Casino include games of luck as well as several titles that require both skill and luck. Anyone familiar with Atari’s classic offerings will be very happy with the nostalgia-inducing games that will be available on the platform.

High Hopes

According to the joint statement from Atari and Decentral Games, they expect to see bets of up to $150 million in 2021. This is further expected to rise to a whopping $400 million over two years. These are some pretty ambitious projections but they are pretty confident in being able to pull it off. For now, we will just have to wait and see how it all plays out.

Bitcoin Boom Prompts New Developments for Financial Institutions

Posted on March 2, 2021March 2, 2021 by Martin S.

The past couple of months have been quite monumental for the world of crypto. Bitcoin, in particular, managed to scale to even greater heights and broke records it had set before, something that has a ton of impacts on the way individuals and institutions perceive crypto. Already, we are seeing several new developments with the most notable ones being by leading financial institutions. It is not just gambling operators anymore.

Goldman Sachs to Reopen Its Cryptocurrency Trading Desk

Beginning next week, Goldman Sachs Group Inc will be reopening its crypto trading desk. It is the second time that the banking powerhouse will be pursuing a piece of the crypto market. The previous attempt was in 2018 and was abandoned following the crash of bitcoin at the time. Now, there has been a change of heart for the company which is without a doubt a result of the mind-numbing bitcoin surge recorded over the past several weeks.

Goldman Sachs’ new crypto trading operation will see it deal bitcoin futures for clients. In addition to that, it will also be trading non-deliverable forwards which are already quite popular in foreign exchanges and commodities markets. This move has been equated to decisions by investors and companies to use bitcoin as a hedge against inflation especially as governments and central banks turn on various stimulus taps.

Coinbase’s Impending Listing

Riding on the back of a very strong 2020 and a solid first two months of 2021, Coinbase which happens to be one of the world’s most popular exchanges is finally taking another leap forward by becoming a public company. This will not only enable it to raise capital publicly but also push forward its plans to give more people access to crypto. If you missed out on the crypto boom, this will be the perfect opportunity to jump onto the bandwagon.

An official offering date is yet to be announced but if the ongoing rumors and speculations are anything to go by, we should expect some developments very soon.

Robinhood Records Massive Surge in Crypto Activity

Robinhood has also recently reported seeing growing consumer interest in crypto trading – the volumes have already risen significantly which goes to show just how lucrative the sector is becoming. To put this into context, the company saw a whopping 6 million new crypto traders at the beginning of 2021, a number that is still growing.

Perhaps the next move will involve the expansion of its crypto portfolio. As it stands, it only supports seven digital currencies which is a rather small number when compared to other trading platforms. This should, hopefully, change very soon.

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