Ziv Chen

Ziv’s overview

Ziv has a wealth of experience, most notably at two of the top software providers in iGaming – Playtech and Microgaming. Using his passion for writing and talent, he has written for other major publications, including Casino.org and Oddspedia, becoming a trusted voice in the industry.

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years in iGaming

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Ziv Chen is a meticulous casino reviewer who approaches every platform with a tester’s mindset. He plays extensively across multiple sessions, carefully analyzing bonuses, game fairness, and withdrawal processes to ensure everything holds up under real conditions. His reviews focus on uncovering the fine details that separate genuinely trustworthy casinos from those that only look good on the surface.

What makes Ziv Chen an expert?

Ziv’s passion for writing and desire to become a sports journalist led him to study at the University of Maryland and the University of Pittsburgh in the US, where he earned his undergraduate and master’s degrees. A devoted supporter of Pitt football and basketball teams (the NFL’s Pittsburgh Steelers and the MLB’s Pirates), Ziv’s love for sports runs in his veins.

Beyond sports, Ziv’s other great passion lies in online gambling, where he has built a successful career that seamlessly blends both interests. For over 20 years, he served in senior marketing and management roles in the gambling industry for prominent companies like Playtech, Microgaming (now Games Global), and more.

Ziv’s love for storytelling stayed with him throughout his professional career. He spent years writing about North American sports news and the gambling industry in general in numerous blogs and news publications. Eventually, he made the leap to full-time journalism and founded Major League Content.

Since then, Ziv has written tens of thousands of brand reviews, casino game guides, gambling legislation pages, and news articles. Today, he specializes in crafting premium and original content for the sports, sports wagering, and iGaming industries.

Ziv Chen

Lead Editor

3 articles written for Casino.ca

I’ve worked for over 25 years as an executive in the casino industry before pursuing my dream of becoming a journalist. So I know how to spot a good, trustworthy casino when I see one. Licensing, responsible gambling, and customer support are what matter most.

What’s it like working with Ziv Chen?

Liam Blackley

Guide editor

Ziv’s expertise in the sports betting and online casino industries allows him to write the most detailed, accurate, and top-quality content.

Loraine Couturier

Expert contributor

Ziv goes the whole nine yards to ensure a speedy delivery, and his extensive industry knowledge puts him leagues above the rest.

Bex Mills

Expert contributor

Alongside providing top-quality, localized content, Ziv is an expert in delivering specialized content for any sports or gambling vertical.

How does Ziv Chen stay up-to-date?

Keeping up with the most current industry news and gambling events isn’t just part of Ziv’s work life; it’s something he genuinely enjoys. Here are just some of the go-to publications and websites where Ziv keeps up-to-date on all the latest in the gambling industry:

CDC Gaming

Ziv relies on CDC Gaming for reliable and in-depth coverage of land-based gambling in the US.

ESPN

Alongside the popular cable sports channel, ESPN specializes in providing up-to-date sports betting and gambling news.

SBC News

Written by industry experts for industry experts, SBC News delivers engaging and in-depth news, analysis, and insight.

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