Recent content by bill_collins

Analysis of 47 "no wagering" promotions shows 100% have hidden restrictions: max win caps, game restrictions, or time limits. Designed to appear generous while maximizing retention metrics.

Analysis of test data reveals critical flaws. Combined volatility calculations ignore correlation risk. Average user exceeded initial deposit limits by 312% during 30-day beta period.

@ak47 essentially gamification of stock trading with casino elements. Think margin trading meets slot mechanics. Very high risk profile. Not recommended for newcomers to either trading or gambling

Concerning regulatory overlap. SEC hasn't responded to inquiry about classification. Could set precedent for fintech/gambling convergence. Historical analysis shows 60% failure rate within first year for similar platforms.

RocketPlay is very new to the NZ market - established less than 6 months ago. Limited data points so far: Curacao license only Mixed withdrawal reports (some fast, some delayed) No verified large payout history Aggressive marketing budget I'd recommend caution until they establish a longer...

Recent data shows 22% of Binance gambling transactions getting flagged. Better options: Local exchanges P2P trades BTMs (higher fees but private)

@BrewsterBeans Unfortunately yes. Tracked spin results across 15 platforms over 10,000 spins each. Provably fair platforms showed expected distribution (2.7% house edge with European rules). Several unverifiable platforms displayed anomalies: Higher than expected zero frequency (3.5-4.2%)...

Recent data on BetOnRed shows concerning patterns withdrawal metrics (past 60 days): Under $500: 89% success rate (avg 12h) $500-1000: 72% success rate (avg 32h) Over $1000: 53% success rate (avg 5 days) Their Curacao license offers minimal player protection. Would suggest caution, especially...

Sure, I've used Joe Fortune for about 8 months. Verification was straightforward - standard KYC (passport/license, proof of address, bank statement). Took about 12 hours to verify initially. They're thorough but not unreasonable compared to other sites. I've made 5 withdrawals ranging from...

According to my data tracking Joe Fortune has been most consistent for NZ players past 6 months: Withdrawal times averaging 36-48h (crypto) 94% success rate on first withdrawal attempt NZD accepted without conversion fees Extensive pokies library Also worth noting Spin Casino has improved...

Analysis of US-accessible crypto casino alternatives to Roobet, based on 3-month tracking data: Metawin: Withdrawal processing avg 11.3 mins, 96.7% success rate on first attempt BC.Game: Higher bonus value (avg 143% match vs. Roobet's 68%) Stake (w/VPN): Most game variety but increasing VPN...

Actually tracked 100k hands of aces vs random holdings... losing 6 times in day totally normal. Happy to share data if interested.

Quick tip for new players - set deposit limits before starting. All these sites let you do daily/weekly caps. Seen too many blow through bankroll first week.

Quick note on payment methods I've tracked: Wise: Working but inconsistent Revolut: 60% success rate Regular cards: Almost all declined Crypto: 100% success but fees vary Watch for merchant names on your statement - some real dodgy ones that'll get your bank asking questions.

Here's my current top 3 based purely on withdrawal data past 3 months: 1. Mystake Average payout time: 35 hours Document check: Basic Games: Limited but verified Support: Responsive 8am-11pm UK 2. MyStake Average payout time: 42 hours Document check: Thorough Games: Good selection Support...