About Us

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Written by Jake Pratt

Updated: 12:28 pm UTC, 02/05/2025

Who We Are

We are an independent digital media brand dedicated to helping U.S. players navigate the fast-evolving world of online casinos and sweepstakes gaming with clarity, accuracy, and confidence. Our mission is simple: to provide transparent, hands-on coverage of the platforms that let you play casino-style games for real prizes—even in states where traditional online gambling is restricted.

From expert-backed reviews of sweepstakes casinos like Stake.us and Crown Coins, to deep-dive explainers on redemption thresholds, legal compliance, and crypto payout speeds, we break down the facts behind the gameplay. Whether you’re exploring social casinos for the first time or optimizing your Sweeps Coin redemptions, our goal is to be the most trusted source in the space.

Our Editorial Process

Our content isn’t theoretical. Every review, ranking, and guide is the result of hands-on testing and real-money gameplay by our team. We:

  • Create verified accounts to test onboarding, bonuses, and login streaks
  • Play SC-eligible games using both free and purchased coins
  • Test cash and gift card redemptions via all supported payout methods
  • Analyze platform terms, RTP, bonus structures, and promotional calendars
  • Vet license legitimacy, AML policies, and terms of service clarity

We prioritize data and real-world testing over marketing hype. Rankings are not influenced by affiliate fees or paid placements—if a platform doesn’t deliver on its promises, we report it. If it exceeds expectations, we highlight that too.

Our Team & Expertise

Our editorial team is made up of iGaming veterans, fintech researchers, and cybersecurity analysts with over a decade of combined experience. We’ve worked behind the scenes at major online casinos, led affiliate operations, audited payout systems, and advised players on fraud prevention and responsible gaming best practices.

This background informs everything we publish. Whether we’re explaining the legal status of AMOE in sweepstakes casinos or testing which crypto wallets process SC redemptions the fastest, our insights are grounded in real-world expertise and technical know-how.

Our Values

Trust is non-negotiable. We’re built around these core principles:

  • Editorial Independence: No pay-to-play rankings. No paid review swaps. Just accurate, tested coverage.
  • Transparency: We disclose partner relationships, list SC playthrough requirements, and flag risky platforms.
  • Player-First Content: Every piece we publish is designed to help real users make smarter choices.
  • Responsible Gaming: We advocate for daily budget limits, use of AMOE options, and safe redemption practices.
  • Security-Centric Reviews: Platforms that don’t meet basic fraud, identity, or payment security benchmarks don’t make the cut.

Media Mentions

Our reporting has been cited by fintech research firms, sweepstakes compliance analysts, and affiliate industry publications. We’re proud to contribute clarity and accountability to a rapidly growing space. (More formal press mentions coming soon.)

Contact & Feedback

Have a platform you want reviewed? Spot a data point we should revisit? We welcome all reader feedback, questions, and corrections. Your input directly shapes what we cover and how we improve our reporting.

Reach out via email at [admin@amerainternational.org] and a member of our editorial team will follow up promptly.

Let’s build a better, safer online casino ecosystem—together.