Cryptocurrencies created specifically for the gambling sector now have a combined value in excess of $150m, according to research from CryptoGamblingNews.com.

The data is provided by a newly-launched tracker, which reports the value of gambling-dedicated cryptocurrencies in real time, as well as providing sector wide insights and data. 

With a total gambling cryptocurrency sector value of $161.83m at the time of publication, gambling-focused cryptocurrencies, such as FunFair Technologies’s $FUN token, are shown to be remaining popular among crypto traders.

Currently, the most valuable gambling cryptocurrency by market capitalisation is $WIN, a coin used to power the decentralised WINk casino, which stands at $35.7m.

The combined market cap of the leading 22 gambling cryptocurrencies is now greater than $150m, with speculators trading more than $3m per day across these coins.

Furthermore, five gambling-focused cryptocurrencies now hold market capitalisations in excess of $10m. According to previous research from the CryptoGamblingNews.com team, more than 30,000 customers play at blockchain casinos each week.

A CryptoGamblingNews.com spokesperson said: “Cryptocurrencies created for the gambling industry are increasingly attracting the attention of traders. 

“As the crypto gambling sector continues to consolidate, investors are identifying a handful of cryptocurrencies with high growth potential, and investing significant sums to ensure they do not miss out on the action.”

Craig Davies

Craig has been in journalism since 2011, after graduating from the University of Central Lancashire the previous year. Several roles in the news and sports print media ensued, before a two year...