Senior Casino Analyst
Casino industry analyst specializing in sweepstakes regulations and platform compliance with 8+ years experience.
Michael Stevens has spent over 8 years analyzing the sweepstakes casino industry, with a particular focus on regulatory compliance and operator transparency. Before joining SweepState, he worked in compliance roles for two major social casino platforms, giving him insider knowledge of how these businesses operate.
His expertise includes state-by-state sweepstakes legislation, platform licensing requirements, and consumer protection standards. Michael has personally tested over 150 sweepstakes casinos and maintains relationships with operators to verify bonus terms and payout processes.
At SweepState, Michael leads our trust score methodology and ensures all reviews accurately reflect current regulatory standards. His analysis helps players understand which platforms operate within legal frameworks and maintain fair practices.
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