Tom Perkins is an iGaming editor and casino reviewer covering online casinos across Canada, Ireland and Norway. Before joining NewCasino.ai, Tom worked as a sports betting analyst and casino affiliate consultant, giving him a deep understanding of both the player and operator sides of the industry.
Tom deposit-tests casinos on this site with his own money, logged in the Editor Test Log — most recently MyStake (June 2026: deposited €100, withdrew €200, paid the next day). Every review is built the same way: licence records checked against the regulator's register, bonus terms read line by line, and payment data compiled from operator disclosures, documented player reports and regulatory filings.
Review Methodology
Every casino review on NewCasino.ai follows a strict, consistent methodology:
Licensing & Safety: We only review casinos with valid licences from recognised authorities (UKGC, MGA, Kahnawake, etc.).
Bonuses: We read every line of the T&Cs — wagering requirements, game restrictions, time limits, and maximum wins.
Game Library: We check game counts, providers, and published RTP figures where available.
Payments: Deposit and withdrawal speeds are compiled from operator disclosures, documented player reports, and community feedback — plus Tom's own cashier session where one exists (currently MyStake, the site's one editor deposit test).
Customer Support: We contact support via live chat and email to assess response times and quality.
Mobile Experience: We check mobile compatibility and app availability from operator documentation and player feedback.
Why Trust Our Reviews?
NewCasino.ai is an affiliate site — when you click our links and deposit, we may earn a commission. However, this never influences our ratings. We have reviewed and given low scores to casinos that pay high commission rates, and praised smaller operators that deliver an exceptional player experience. Our credibility depends on our honesty.
Tom's reviews are updated regularly to reflect bonus changes, new software providers, and any shifts in a casino's reputation. You'll always find the date of the last update at the bottom of every review.
Expertise & Specialisations
New casino launches in Canada, Ireland & Norway
Welcome bonus analysis and wagering requirement breakdowns
Live casino and game show coverage
Responsible gambling and player protection
Crypto casino reviews
Who I Am
I’m Tom Perkins, the iGaming editor behind every review, bonus breakdown, and geo guide published on NewCasino.ai. I do one thing: review online casinos and document what I find so players can make informed decisions before depositing real money.
Editor testing note: I have deposit-tested MyStake myself — that is one brand, in April 2026. Every other entry on this site is a desk review built from operator data, published terms and the regulators’ own registers, and is labelled as such. Desk-reviewed operators are not presented as tested, so where a casino has been deposit-tested first-hand, payment timings, KYC friction and withdrawal experience are recorded from that session rather than press materials. There is currently one completed first-hand test — MyStake — and every dated test session is logged in our public Editor Test Log; the full scoring framework is documented in How we review casinos.
I’ve reviewed dozens of online casinos, documented withdrawal processes across more than 40 platforms using operator documentation, player reports, and operator data, and read more bonus T&Cs than any sane person should.
I’m based in the UK but focus specifically on three markets: Canada, Ireland and Norway. Each of these markets has different regulatory environments, payment method preferences, and player expectations — and I write for the actual players in those markets, not for a generic global audience.
My Review Methodology
Every casino review published on NewCasino.ai follows a consistent process. I don’t write reviews based on press releases or operator marketing copy. Here’s what I actually do:
1. Licence Verification
Before anything else, I check the operator’s licence against the issuing authority’s public register. If a casino claims to hold MGA licence MGA/B2C/394/2017, I verify that number on the Malta Gaming Authority’s register. If the licence is from the Curaçao Gaming Control Board, I check the GCB registry. If the licence number doesn’t check out, the review says so.
I prioritise casinos licensed by the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA), the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC), and the new Curaçao GCB framework. I note when a casino holds only the older Curaçao JAZ sublicence, which offered weaker player protections before the 2024 regulatory overhaul.
2. Bonus Term Documentation
I document the exact welcome bonus amounts, wagering requirements, expiry periods, maximum bet limits during wagering, and game contribution percentages. When a casino advertises “100% up to C$500” I’ll tell you it comes with 35x wagering, a 30-day expiry, and a C$5 max bet during wagering — because those terms matter more than the headline number.
I also track bonus changes over time. Casinos frequently adjust their offers, and I update reviews when terms change rather than leaving outdated information live.
3. Payment Method Coverage
I document every payment method available in each target market — including minimum deposits, maximum withdrawals, and processing times. When I write that Interac withdrawals at a specific casino take 12–24 hours, that’s based on documented player reports, operator-published data, and cross-referencing with community feedback.
For crypto casinos, I note the specific coins accepted (BTC, ETH, USDT, LTC are most common), whether there are deposit/withdrawal limits on crypto transactions, and typical processing times.
4. Game Library Audit
I record the total game count, the number of providers, and name the specific studios represented. When I say a casino has 4,200+ games from 70+ providers including NetEnt, Pragmatic Play, Evolution, Play’n GO, and Microgaming, those are verified counts from the casino lobby — not copied from the operator’s marketing page.
I pay particular attention to live dealer coverage (number of tables, studios, and game variety) and whether the casino offers exclusive or proprietary games.
5. Player Report Cross-Referencing
I monitor player forums, Reddit communities (r/onlinegambling, r/CanadaGambling, r/AusFinance), and complaint databases to cross-reference my findings with real player experiences. If players consistently report slow withdrawals at a casino I’ve reviewed, I update the review to reflect that — documented player experience always takes priority.
What I Won’t Do
I won’t write a 100% positive review. Every casino has trade-offs, and my reviews reflect that. If a casino has a great game library but weak licensing, I’ll say so. If the bonus is generous but the wagering requirements are punishing, I’ll break down exactly why.
I won’t invent data. If I don’t have verified information about a specific payment method’s processing time at a specific casino, I won’t guess. I’ll note what I couldn’t confirm.
I won’t hide the affiliate relationship. NewCasino.ai earns commissions when players sign up through our links. That’s how we fund the site. But our ratings and rankings are based on the review methodology above, not on which operator pays the highest commission.
Markets I Cover
Canada
The Canadian market is one of the most active in the world for offshore online casinos. Provincial regulators like the AGCO (Ontario) have started licensing operators, but most Canadian players outside Ontario still use internationally licensed casinos. I focus on Interac compatibility, CAD support, and operators with strong track records serving Canadian players. My current shortlist lives on the new casinos Canada page.
Ireland
Ireland has no online-casino licence yet: the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland was established under the Gambling Regulation Act 2024 but has not opened applications for remote gaming, so every operator serving Irish players today is licensed offshore. I cover the Irish market with attention to EUR support, Revolut and bank transfer compatibility, and to what each operator’s licence actually gives you if a payout stalls. See my latest reviews on the new casinos Ireland page.
Norway
Norway has a state gambling monopoly through Norsk Tipping and Norsk Rikstoto, but many Norwegian players use internationally licensed casinos. I cover casino uten konto (no-account casinos) with Trustly integration, NOK support, and operators accessible to Norwegian players. My picks are gathered on the new casinos Norway page.
My Background
Dozens of casinos evaluated with a documented methodology
Personally deposited at MyStake; all other reviews are reviews
40+ platforms where withdrawal processes are fully documented
NewCasino.ai is an affiliate site. We earn revenue when players click our links and register at partner casinos. This is standard in the iGaming industry and is how we fund the research, testing, and content that makes this site useful.
Our editorial process is independent of our commercial relationships. Affiliate commissions do not influence review scores, rankings, or recommendations. Every review follows the same methodology regardless of the operator’s affiliate programme terms.
If you believe any information on this site is inaccurate or outdated, email info@newcasino.ai and I’ll investigate and update the content.
FAQ
Who writes the reviews on NewCasino.ai?
All casino reviews, bonus guides, and geo-specific pages on NewCasino.ai are written by Tom Perkins, the site’s iGaming editor. Tom reviews online casinos across Canada, Ireland and Norway.
Is NewCasino.ai independent?
Yes. NewCasino.ai earns affiliate commissions when players sign up through our links, but review scores and rankings are based on our documented review methodology — not on commercial terms.
How does Tom Perkins verify casino licences?
Every licence number cited in a review is checked against the issuing authority’s public register. For MGA licences, that means the Malta Gaming Authority’s licence search tool. For Curaçao GCB licences, the GCB’s public registry. If a licence can’t be verified, the review states that explicitly.
How often are reviews updated?
Reviews are updated whenever bonus terms change, new payment methods are added or removed, or player reports indicate a significant shift in service quality. Every review includes a “last updated” date so you can see how recent the information is.
How does Tom Perkins verify withdrawal processes?
Tom has documented the withdrawal process across 40+ platforms based on player reports, operator-published data verified against public registers, and cross-referencing with player communities. Withdrawal information is sourced from multiple independent data points rather than relying on any single source.
How can I contact the editor?
Email info@newcasino.ai with corrections, questions, or feedback. Tom responds to all legitimate enquiries about review accuracy.
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