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What To Look For in An Online Casino If You Are A Newbie

So, you have decided to try out online gambling. Naturally, an online casino is a place where you would want to go. You may have given this careful thinking, or you may have decided to jump into it on a whim. Either way, one of the first things that you would need is the place to gamble online–your casino.
However, there are simply too many choices for you to pick from, as there are thousands, if not tens of thousands of online casinos out there–and there are even newer ones that get established every day. You may try to read online casino reviews, but that, too, may end up as a confusing thing for you without the proper direction or approach. So how would you be able to easily find the online casino that is the right fit for you? Here are some of the most helpful tips that can narrow down your choices for you.
The basics
Of course, no one would want to go to an online casino that is not recognized as legal under the law. So, naturally, you’d want to make sure that the one that you are looking at is registered under the government. Additionally, one more thing you need to check would be applicable certifications that would prove that the games and software used by the site were inspected and were certified to be secure from rigging and are fair to players.
One more thing that you need to check is the availability of the payment and withdrawal methods that the site or app is offering. Do they accept the method that you are intending to use? Most of the time, an online casino would accept payments through credit and debit card, a bank transfer, and even the most popular e-money wallets.
These are only the basics. There are more other things that you would need to put into consideration, too.
Fair reviews
You may have had the idea to read reviews of casinos online. That is a good thing, but you should understand that you should not just read any reviews.
Did you know that not all reviews are real and trustworthy? Some positive reviews are called “affiliate reviews,” or reviews that have been paid for by the site developer to have a positive word about them published. On the other hand, not all negative reviews speak the truth about the site, too. Some can be maliciously posted, either by trolls or by people who are only disgruntled in one way or the other.
So, learn to distinguish a fair review from one that is not. Only fair reviews can give you a real and balanced perspective.
Great customer support
Since online casinos run on computer software, you know what that means–anything could go wrong anytime. When something out of the ordinary happens, you would want to have someone to assist you to fix the problem.
In situations like this, what would you prefer? Asking help via email only to get a response in three to five business days? Or to open a live chat and get support in real-time? This is how important good customer support is.
Live casino
Playing online casino games is fun–you get to play games at your own pace, at your own time. However, some people still long for the real human element of playing in a land-based casino–having a real person deal the games for you and seeing live, breathing humans interact with you. This is what live casinos can bring you, and this is one more thing that you should look for when finding the right online casino for you.
Affiliate Success
First iGB Affiliate Manager Academy to shine a light on effective AI-Driven affiliate recruitment strategies

Organisers of July’s edition of iGB L!VE – the first to be held in London – have announced the launch of the AI focussed iGB Affiliate Manager Academy which will be held July 1 as part of London iGaming Week.
The training and mentorship program which is being curated in partnership with Affiverse, founded by veteran affiliate marketer Lee-Ann Johnstone – and which guides businesses on how to launch, scale and grow successful affiliate programs, has been designed to help organisations of all sizes understand how to leverage new tactics and simple AI tools to recruit, retain and activate affiliates more effectively.
The Academy will offer a mix of practical learning, tactical assessments and personalised coaching providing affiliate managers with an invaluable opportunity to learn from industry leaders. Each unique session will include topical insights drawing on the dominant trends in the market.
Looking ahead to the Academy Lee-Ann Johnstone said: “I’m delighted that Clarion has invited Affiverse to develop a bespoke training academy specifically for iGaming Affiliate Managers.
“In an industry that’s constantly evolving, and which is powered by the early adoption of new technologies, businesses and affiliate managers have to keep learning in order to remain competitive. The only way we get to understand the affiliate space and all the complexities it entails is on the job – from others!
“It has always been important to me that those who have knowledge pay it forward and I’m really excited to be given the task of leading the curation of this unique event bringing the best of the best together in order to teach, train and coach affiliate managers as we move forward.
“The gap between AI-empowered affiliate managers and those relying solely on traditional methods is widening every month. The iGB Affiliate Manager Academy will provide the bridge to ensure businesses are on the right side of that divide.”
Reflecting on the importance and objectives of the iGB Affiliate Manager Academy, Global Portfolio Director Naomi Barton said: “Our live events are all about delivering real value to our international community of stakeholders. Lee-Ann and her team at Affiverse are spearheading the academy syllabus and content stream alongside IGB’s events production team to provide tailor made training and mentoring for new and existing affiliate managers as well as those who want to learn and scale their affiliate programs faster.
“The workshop will provide insider access to the exact AI-driven techniques that are assisting brands to deliver real results. Most significantly this isn’t just theory — instead it’s a hands-on expert-led roadmap focussing on immediately implementable tactics that will transform your program performance.”
Awards
MightyTips is nominated for Affiliate of the Year at the AffPapa iGaming Awards

MightyTips has received a nomination for “Sportsbook Affiliate of the Year” at the prestigious AffPapa iGaming Awards 2025. MightyTips hopes to follow in the footsteps of its parent company, SEOBROTHERS, which won the Affiliate Agency of the Year award at the 2023 ceremony and has received another nomination this year.
MightyTips’ nomination follows a year of expansion for the brand, which increased its portfolio of multilingual sites to 19. In addition to continuing to provide free daily football betting tips and in-depth bookmaker reviews, MightyTips also launched the MightyQs interview series, which spotlights some of the most exciting partnerships between online sportsbooks and high-profile sporting franchises such as Juventus and the UFC.
Held at Hacienda Nadales in Malaga, Spain, the fourth annual AffPapa iGaming Awards will take place on May 28th, 2025. The awards celebrate and recognise affiliates, operators, and B2B providers for hard work and innovation within the iGaming industry and commend those who are constantly pushing the boundaries and setting new standards.
One of the most notable and respected ceremonies on the industry calendar will be hosted as part of the iGaming Club Conference, a two-day networking event that will welcome over 1,200 industry delegates. Voting is open to the public and will close on May 11th.
Eugene Ravdin, Head of PR at SEOBROTHERS, said: “We’re overjoyed to hear that MightyTips have been nominated for these prestigious awards. It’s fantastic to be evaluated for our hard work over the last twelve months, and everyone involved should be extremely proud of their efforts. This is a huge professional achievement for the brand.”
Awards
Slotsjudge Receives Double Nomination at the AffPapa iGaming Awards 2025

We are delighted to announce that Slotsjudge received two nominations for the AffPapa iGaming Awards 2025. Milestones like this highlight our team’s dedication and strong position in the iGaming industry.
Slotsjudge was nominated in two key categories: “Rising Star Affiliate of The Year” and “Slots Review Affiliate of The Year.” The first nomination recognizes our fast growth and impact in a competitive market, while the second one emphasizes the quality and reliability of our game reviews. We highly value the trust our audience places in us as a credible and influential voice within the industry.
What sets Slotsjudge apart is our honest, straightforward content. Our team creates reviews that players can rely on, helping them make informed choices. We actively encourage community engagement and user-generated content, ensuring our reviews reflect real player experiences. Our approach combines simplicity, transparency, and a direct connection with our audience. We believe that this strong content strategy and dedication to genuine player feedback are the reasons behind these nominations.
“We are very grateful and proud of these nominations,” said Jekaterina Dubnicka, Head of Marketing and Communications. “It is exciting to see our team’s hard work acknowledged. We appreciate our users and partners, whose support has been key to our success.”
The AffPapa iGaming Awards ceremony will take place online on June 20, 2025. Slotsjudge looks forward to attending and celebrating with the industry. We thank the jury for their recognition, and we are excited about the future, continuing to grow alongside our valued community and partners.