About Casino Experts
Our Mission
At Casino Experts, we are the world’s most trusted authority on online casino analysis. With over 40 years of combined experience in gaming regulation, casino operations, and player protection, we provide unbiased, expert-driven reviews that help players make informed decisions in the complex world of online gambling.
Meet Our Expert Team
Dr. Rebecca Torres – Founder & Chief Gaming Strategist
Dr. Torres is a legendary figure in the gambling industry with over 18 years of experience at the highest levels of casino operations and regulation. She began her career as a Senior Gaming Analyst at the Nevada Gaming Control Board, where she developed the statistical models still used today to detect gaming fraud and ensure fair play.
After earning her Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics from MIT, Rebecca joined Caesars Entertainment as Vice President of Gaming Analytics, where she revolutionized their player tracking systems and responsible gambling protocols. Her innovative algorithms increased player retention by 34% while simultaneously reducing problem gambling incidents by 28%.
In 2018, Rebecca founded Torres Gaming Consulting, which became the go-to firm for casino operators seeking regulatory approval in new jurisdictions. Her client list includes 12 of the top 20 global casino brands, and her testimony has been instrumental in shaping gambling legislation in six states.
Rebecca holds certifications from the International Association of Gaming Regulators and serves on the advisory board of the National Center for Responsible Gaming. When she’s not analyzing casino operations, she enjoys competitive poker and has cashed in three World Series of Poker events.
Marcus “Ace” Thompson – Head of Security & Technology Review
Marcus is widely regarded as the foremost expert on casino cybersecurity and gaming technology. With 16 years of experience, he has been on the front lines of every major technological advancement in the online gambling industry.
Starting as a penetration tester at IGT (International Game Technology), Marcus quickly rose through the ranks to become their Chief Information Security Officer. He designed the security protocols that protect over $50 billion in annual gaming transactions and developed the industry-standard encryption methods used by 90% of licensed online casinos today.
Marcus later joined Evolution Gaming as their Head of Platform Security, where he oversaw the technical infrastructure supporting their live dealer operations across 23 countries. His zero-tolerance approach to security vulnerabilities resulted in Evolution maintaining a perfect security record during his tenure – no successful breaches in over 8 years.
As a white-hat hacker, Marcus has discovered and responsibly disclosed over 200 security vulnerabilities in gaming platforms, earning recognition from major operators and security firms. He holds CISSP, CISM, and CEH certifications and regularly speaks at international cybersecurity conferences.
Marcus is also an expert in gaming mathematics and random number generation, having co-authored the technical specifications for provably fair gaming that are now required by several regulatory bodies.
Jennifer Walsh – Director of Player Protection & Regulatory Affairs
Jennifer is the industry’s most respected advocate for responsible gambling and player rights. With 14 years of experience spanning regulatory bodies, addiction treatment, and casino compliance, she brings a unique perspective to casino evaluation that prioritizes player safety above all else.
Jennifer began her career as a Problem Gambling Counselor with the Massachusetts Council on Compulsive Gambling, where she treated over 1,000 individuals struggling with gambling addiction. This hands-on experience gave her invaluable insights into the behavioral patterns and triggers that lead to problem gambling.
She transitioned to the regulatory side as a Senior Compliance Officer with the Massachusetts Gaming Commission, where she developed the state’s responsible gambling framework that has since been adopted by 12 other jurisdictions. Her policies reduced problem gambling complaints by 45% while maintaining industry growth.
Jennifer later joined DraftKings as their VP of Responsible Gaming, where she implemented AI-driven player protection systems that could identify at-risk gambling behavior with 92% accuracy. Her programs became the industry gold standard and were licensed to over 30 other operators.
She holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology and is a certified gambling counselor. Jennifer serves on the boards of three gambling addiction charities and has authored over 50 research papers on responsible gambling practices. Her work has been featured in the Journal of Gambling Studies and cited by regulatory bodies worldwide.
Our Approach
Uncompromising Independence
We maintain absolute editorial independence in all our reviews. While we may earn affiliate commissions, these never influence our assessments. We have terminated profitable partnerships when operators failed to meet our standards, and our negative reviews have redirected millions in player traffic away from substandard casinos.
Institutional-Grade Analysis
Our evaluation process involves over 400 individual assessment criteria across security, fairness, financial stability, customer service, and responsible gambling measures. We employ the same forensic analysis techniques used by regulatory auditors and institutional investors.
Industry Access
Our relationships with C-level executives at major operators, software providers, and regulatory bodies ensure we receive advance intelligence on platform changes, regulatory developments, and market shifts before they become public knowledge.
Our Standards
Security First: Every casino undergoes comprehensive cybersecurity testing using the same methodologies employed by government agencies and Fortune 500 companies.
Mathematical Verification: We verify game fairness through statistical analysis of RNG outputs and independent testing of payout percentages.
Financial Stability: Our assessments include analysis of operator financial statements, banking relationships, and regulatory compliance history.
Player Protection: We evaluate responsible gambling tools, self-exclusion systems, and customer support quality through mystery shopper programs and player surveys.
Recognition & Credentials
Our work has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Financial Times, and the Harvard Business Review. We regularly provide expert testimony to legislative committees and regulatory hearings on gambling policy.
Dr. Torres serves on the Technical Standards Committee of the Gaming Standards Association, while Marcus is a member of the International Association of Gaming Security Professionals. Jennifer chairs the Responsible Gambling Subcommittee of the American Gaming Association.
Our assessments have been used as evidence in over 200 legal proceedings and have influenced gambling legislation in 15 jurisdictions. When institutional investors conduct due diligence on gaming companies, they consistently turn to our analysis.
Our Commitment
We are committed to elevating the standards of the online gambling industry through rigorous analysis, unwavering integrity, and relentless advocacy for player protection. Every review we publish represents hundreds of hours of investigation and decades of accumulated expertise.
When players trust us with their gambling decisions, we take that responsibility seriously. Our goal is not just to identify the best casinos, but to make the entire industry safer and more transparent for everyone.