Senior iGaming Analyst
15+ years decoding the online casino industry. Professional sceptic. Part-time blackjack enthusiast. Full-time advocate for player transparency.
I've spent the better part of two decades watching the gambling industry evolve from smoky casino floors to the smartphone in your pocket. Along the way, I've developed an unhealthy obsession with RTP calculations, bonus term fine print, and the subtle art of distinguishing legitimate operators from digital snake oil salesmen.
When I'm not dissecting casino bonus structures or testing withdrawal speeds with my own money, you'll find me somewhere between Wellington and Auckland, probably arguing about rugby or discovering yet another flat white that's "different from the last one." I have strong opinions about shuffleboard, moderate opinions about cryptocurrency casinos, and zero patience for operators who treat their terms and conditions like classified documents.
My journey into gambling analysis began in 2009 at a small gaming publication in Auckland. Back then, online casinos were the Wild West—minimal regulation, questionable operators around every corner, and players had little reliable guidance to distinguish trustworthy platforms from digital money pits. I decided someone should do something about that. Turns out, that someone was me.
Over the following years, I've held positions as senior editor at three major gaming publications, consulted for regulatory bodies across the Asia-Pacific region, and developed evaluation frameworks now used by independent review organisations internationally. My work has been cited in academic research, industry white papers, and the occasional heated Reddit debate (those are my favourite).
I hold certifications in responsible gambling practices from the International Center for Responsible Gaming and maintain ongoing professional development in areas including cryptocurrency gambling regulation, AI-powered gaming mechanics, and player protection frameworks. When new technologies emerge, I'm typically the first person asking uncomfortable questions about their implications for players.
| Expertise Area | Experience Level | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Casino Licensing Analysis | Expert | MGA, UKGC, Curaçao, Gibraltar evaluation |
| Bonus Mathematics | Expert | EV calculations, wagering requirement analysis |
| Payment Processing | Advanced | Withdrawal testing, method availability |
| RNG & Fairness | Advanced | Audit verification, payout percentage analysis |
| Responsible Gambling | Expert | Tool implementation, policy evaluation |
Every casino review I write starts with a simple question: would I recommend this to a friend? Not a "friend" in the marketing sense—an actual friend whose money and time I genuinely care about protecting. That standard eliminates more casinos than you'd expect, and it's exactly as it should be.
I believe in transparency that borders on uncomfortable. When a casino's withdrawal process took seven days instead of the advertised 24 hours, I document it. When bonus terms hide unpleasant surprises in paragraph 47 of the terms and conditions, I highlight them. My job isn't to convince you to gamble—it's to ensure that if you choose to gamble, you do so with complete information.
I deposit, play, and withdraw at every casino I review. Manufacturer specifications mean nothing compared to real-world performance.
Structured evaluation criteria ensure consistent assessments. My opinions have data behind them, not just gut feelings.
Popular casinos with serious flaws get called out. Affiliate relationships never influence my ratings or recommendations.
I evaluate casinos from the player's chair, not the boardroom. What matters is your experience, not their profits.
Browse my latest casino analyses, each representing hours of hands-on testing, support interaction, and fine print examination. These aren't summaries scraped from press releases—they're genuine experiences documented for your benefit.
Impressive game variety meets reliable withdrawals. Strong contender for NZ players seeking quality.
Crypto-friendly platform with extensive VIP benefits. Solid choice for high-volume players.
Weekly cashback programme delivers genuine value. Reliable operator with consistent performance.
Award-winning platform with medieval charm. Exceptional customer service and game selection.
Legendary Vegas brand translates well online. No-deposit bonus offers genuine evaluation opportunity.
Questions about a specific review? Disagree with one of my ratings? Have a casino you'd like me to investigate? I welcome reader correspondence and genuinely read every message (though response times vary based on workload and how compelling your argument is).
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