Andrew Collins
I’m Andrew Collins, UK‑born, with Army service (1989 - 2014), forging my audit edge. Gaming sparked in 1992 at Earls Court’s Royal Tournament - emptying slots, balancing takings - eventually leading to iGaming from 2016 across five top firms.
Now at Casino.online, I vet operators, probe UKGC/MGA regs, KYC and protections with military scepticism. Post‑2016, AI aids RTP scans - human‑verified always.
Off‑duty: carp angling, darts trebles, music marathons, Six Nations roars. Precision everywhere.
My Education
Childhood at Stourport Schools sharpened my basics till '89, then 25 years in the British Army took over. Travelled the world learning discipline, leadership and number-crunching far from any classroom. Along the way, emptied slots, audited takings and wrestled regs across borders - gritty skills that stuck. Official education done; the rest is classified or best shared over a pint and a fishing rod.
That Army foundation slotted straight into iGaming from 2016 - same focus on rules and numbers, just new waters to fish.
Jumped into iGaming across five top firms, doubling down on regs, research and audits. Whether dissecting operators, slots or long-form blogs, I anchor in hard data, live rules and real player grit. AI started as curiosity; now it's core: sifts through datasets, flags RTP quirks, bonus oddities, and market shifts. But I hit it with old-school journo grit and audit scepticism - check, challenge, verify before a word hits the page.
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FAQ
What made your Army career pivot to iGaming?
25 years in the Army sharpened strategy, digs and number work. iGaming hit all those notes - plus more buzz. Slot empties from my early days pulled me in; now sharing the real dirt under the shine beats any parade ground yarn.
What sets your writing apart in the crowded iGaming landscape?
Research depth meets sharp wit to unearth sneaky strategies and unpack tricky odds - always boiled down to player wins, no fluff.
What's your favourite game to analyse or play?
Blackjack, hands down. Love hunting edge plays and nailing those odds‑shifting details players can actually use.
How do your hobbies influence your work?
Fishing builds long‑game patience; darts hones split‑second accuracy; rugby fuels the fight. Spot on for game breakdowns, bet hunts and taking on iGaming curveballs.
Do you use AI when creating your articles and reviews?
Yes - but carefully. I use AI as a research and analysis tool, not as a shortcut for judgment. It helps me scan large volumes of data, spot patterns in RTPs, bonuses and player feedback, and identify anomalies worth investigating. Everything that goes into a published review is then checked, challenged and rewritten by me. The human element - experience, scepticism and accountability - never leaves the loop.
How does your military and audit background influence your reviews?
My British Army days beat three rules into me: stick to regs, chase proof, log it all. Casino reviews get the full audit treatment - regs upfront, licences double‑checked, terms read cover‑to‑cover. Anything fuzzy or off? I call it out plain and simple.
How do you stay on top of changing regulations and industry trends?
Eye on regulator wires, trade buzz and solid sources, tested against operator moves. Global team days and travels map reg shifts by turf. Landscape changes? I revisit and recast the line.
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