Interview with Jordan Marley

It is very easy to get stuck in our ways, form habits, and feel comfortable and safe. Whether it is our favorite chair to watch TV, our preferred choice on a restaurant menu, or our go-to online casinoThere are occasions when we here at ReadyBetGo want to bring you interesting facts about the gambling industry  When something catches our eye, we will publish it for your enjoyment. 
Image by Richard Duijnstee from Pixabay  or 'lucky' slot game, it is human nature to be habitual, particularly when it is something we do for relaxation or leisure. Why take a risk when we know what we like? However, getting stuck in our ways can mean we miss out on new opportunities and experiences.

For now, only seven states – Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Michigan, Delaware, West Virginia, Connecticut, and Rhode Island – have legalized real-money online casinos. However, nothing is static. The online US casino market is on the rise, and more states, including potential giant New York, are in varying stages of introducing and passing iGaming legislation.  However, it is a massive and lucrative sector, and there is a good deal of competition vying for players' attention. In addition, there are loads of opportunities for players in other states to play social and sweepstakes casinos legally, so no one needs to miss out on the fun.

Here at ReadyBetGo, we wanted to understand how the market is evolving and why it might be worth trying a new platform. We invited digital entertainment expert Jordan Marley from Casino.us to come and share his insights.

Hi Jordan, welcome to ReadyBetGo. Thanks for taking the time to come and talk to us. Would you mind introducing yourself and telling our readers a bit more about the platform you represent?

"Sure thing. I am Jordan Marley, an online casinos expert with a particular interest in sweepstakes casinos. I am based in the UK, have a journalistic background, and am a keen iGamer myself. I have spent hundreds of hours reviewing and comparing US online casinos. Personally, I like platforms that offer a wide variety of games and generous bonuses.

"Casino.us helps players discover the best online casinos in the country, and the platform lets them access over 22,000 free games. We rate and review sweepstakes and real-money casinos, so we really have the full entertainment spread covered."

Thanks for the background. What do you think has fueled the rise in online casinos?

"Well, it is a combination of factors. First and foremost, online casinos are fun and relaxing. People enjoy playing casino games, and almost ubiquitous smartphone ownership means they can access them easily wherever they are. The sector is growing because people enjoy playing on the games; it really is as simple as that.

"In addition, there have been lots of technological breakthroughs which have made the games better, faster, and even more fun. I think that attitudes to gambling in the US are also changing, and sweepstakes and social casinos allow people to play legally for low stakes."

If people are happy with their online casino, why should they risk moving to another one?

"I'd just like to say it doesn't have to be a risk. The bigger risk is that not trying out a brand-new online casino in the US means a player misses out on exciting new games or lucrative bonuses. As a review site, we conduct background checks so players can make the most of their online time and try something new. If they do not like the new site, then they can go back to their old ones, but I like the old adage, 'nothing ventured, nothing gained.’ There are so many fantastic and exciting new platforms out there that you may as well give our recommended ones a whirl!

"If you are tempted, you can even try out free online slots to begin with to get an idea of how the games work. Alternatively, you can jump straight in- it really is up to the player.”

What should players look out for?

"The US online casino market is growing fast. This means that new casinos pop up all the time. While a few big names dominate the headlines and marketing spend, there are loads of other smaller sites that offer great gameplay and fantastic prizes and bonuses.  New sites want to attract new players quickly, and they have to remain competitive to thrill new players.

"That is good news for players who are adventurous enough to try something new. You will often see the most generous promotions from the new kids on the block, so it is worth shopping around. "

What about safety?

"While bonuses and game selection are essential for a fun experience, safety and security have to be the number one factor when choosing a new online casino. We do background checks to ensure that any we recommend have the proper licensing, regulation, and security measures in place to protect players' information and funds. Whether it is a big-name veteran or brand-new casino, we analyze and test them all to decide which are secure and trustworthy. We never recommend casinos that do not match our strict standards. Players can be sure that any casinos featured on our site are safe. While it is great to try out new things, it won't be fun if the site you are playing on is insecure or illegal."

"At Casino.us, we are not afraid to call out bad operators. In fact, it is all part of the service, and we have a 'casinos to avoid' section on the site. We know it can be easy to become overwhelmed by choices, hidden terms and conditions, and state-specific regulations. If a casino doesn't come up to muster, we recommend that players stay as far away from it as possible. Our blacklist covers casinos we consider suspicious for failing to pay out legitimate wins, for slow or complicated withdrawal processes, for undisclosed fees, or for buggy software, among other dodgy behavior.

What are the exciting developments in the market right now?

"I couldn't come and talk to you about exciting digital entertainment developments without giving live dealer casinos a shout-out. The technology to transport players to the casino floor blows my proverbial socks off. The thing that I always find extraordinary is that I can access live dealer games from my smartphone and do not need any tech peripherals to join in the fun."

"As far as I am concerned, live dealer games are a brilliant reason to try a fresh platform – they take gaming to a whole new level."