It's great to have someone who really knows their stuff about the casino industry joining in on the discussion! I gave your comment an upvote (merit) to give it some extra weight because I feel like you brought up some solid points that deserve more attention. Let's keep this conversation going and dig into those points for some interesting discussion.

That's right! I don't know where romero121 is coming from with that statement, but it's definitely not true that every person who signs up at an online casino has to go through KYC verification. At least not on most of them. Usually, casinos only ask for KYC stuff when you've won a big chunk of change or when you're trying to cash out your funds.

Also, I don't think it's true that there were more decentralized platforms before, because they are still a relatively undeveloped area of the gambling industry.

As far as I have observed, most online casinos do not allow underage gambling. (In most countries of the world, you must be at least 18 years old). This is usually stated on the front page and during the registration process, when you have to confirm that you agree to the terms of use of the service. As for the specific regulations for individual countries, most casinos have a clause in the terms that each player has the responsibility to familiarize himself with the local laws and that he is obliged to act accordingly. This means that the responsibility falls on the individual, and you cannot sue them for breaking the law unless they did it knowingly.

Yes, you are right. I completely missed that part. If he did indeed use a VPN or proxy to manipulate his real location, that would be a violation of their terms of service, and that would explain these extensive requests for detailed KYC verification. For his sake, I hope that they reach an agreement.


We can't really know that. From the OP's posts, he only shared parts of the conversation with customer support, not the whole thing. Maybe it was explained to him in the first email when he was asked for lvl3 KYC.

Exactly! I'm glad I ain't the only one who feels this way. It's like the jury system. While it's possible for a few individuals to be biased or corrupt, it's unlikely that the majority would be. Evan in the real world, we can't be expecting a perfect legal system, but we can totally work towards it.

From what I've gathered about the folks on this forum, I'd bet there's a hefty bunch who wouldn't risk their reputation by accepting bribes or being swayed by corruption. No matter what comes their way, they seem like the type who won't budge.

Yes, I agree that the chances of winning in sports betting are higher than the traditional casino games. But only if you are a sports fan and betting on the matches and events you know something about. Then your skill comes to the fore and not just luck, as is the case with casino games. Sports betting requires both, skill (knowledge) and luck.

And, when it comes to my betting and gambling success, I don't even wanna go there, honestly. I'd be stoked if I just break even, but I seriously doubt that's happening. I'm probably way in the red. But whatever, who's keeping tabs, right? As long as we're having fun, that's what really matters, isn't it?  

I don't understand what you are talking about. What devices? Can you elaborate on that a bit?

There are blockchain explorers and experts who who have knowledge and expertise in tracing transactions and identify patterns or connections on the blockchain, but I have never heard or read that there are any specific physical "devices" that could be used to trace transactions. Maybe you just used the wrong word?

well, as a casual gambler, I'd say my gambling pattern is pretty moderate. I like to dabble in online sports gambling and occasionally try my luck with some casino games. I always set aside a specific portion of my income just for gambling, and I make sure I stick to that limit. Luckily, I'm not one to get addicted to gambling. I can easily go for a long period without placing any bets. So, yeah, that's my gambling style in a nutshell; moderate, responsible, and always keeping it under control.

Merit and reputation are not directly related to each other, but both are an important part of your online presence on this forum. Merits are like recognition for your positive contribution in discussions and sharing of quality information. You need them to rank your account, if that is important to you. Reputation, on the other hand, is about your trust. A good reputation means that other members trust you, or had positive experiences with you, be that as a trader or as a person. A bad reputation means that people are less likely to trust you and may be wary of dealing with you.

I'm surprised you say that. Have you never come across any other online forum? To me, Bitcointalk doesn't seem all that different from any other forum community, except for the signature advertising thing, which I think is only on bitcointalk.org. Online forum platforms have been around for ages and are still super popular as social media platforms. Some are all about specific topics or industries, but there are also general forums where you can chat about pretty much anything. Even Reddit started out as a simple online forum.

Totally agree! AI is gonna shake things up big time in many industries, and the job market's gonna feel the impact for sure. But ya know, it ain't just a simple "AI taking over all the jobs" kinda deal. I'm actually pretty optimistic about it. 'Cause along with the disruption, AI's gonna open up new doors and create job opportunities we can't even wrap our heads around right now. It's gonna be a wild ride, but I think we'll figure it out and adapt in ways we never thought possible!

Now, when it comes to AI in gambling, who knows what's already going on behind the scenes? The gambling industry is huge, and it's no surprise they're diving into AI and machine learning. Some casinos are already getting pretty high-tech. They've got facial recognition software to catch any cheaters and keep tabs on how long folks spend on those slot machines.

So yeah, AI is definitely making its way into the gambling world. It's all part of the ongoing technological advancements we're seeing. Who knows what other stuff they'll come up with next?

Same here. I'm from the EU and all my utility bills are also digital. Also, I can't even remember the last time I paid a utility bill at a bank counter using hard cash. I do everything through mobile online banking services. Looking for such bills, receipts, and other "physical" evidence nowadays is ridiculous. I don't know what they are thinking.


I don't know what they are thinking. Maybe OP is some kind of special case and therefore they are looking for additional evidence. It would be good to read their side. Has anyone officially responded to this yet?

Well, you know, some dudes might not be super into the idea of a woman raking in big bucks from gambling. They could be concerned about the financial stability or the chance of getting too caught up in gambling. Others might feel a bit uneasy 'cause they think they should be the main breadwinners, you know, that whole macho thing. But hey, opinions vary, and it's all about finding a balance and understanding each other's perspectives.

Board explanations are already available when you visit the front page of the forum. I believe that everything is already explained sufficiently, and no additional instructions are necessary for newcomers. All one needs to do is employ logic. For instance, when reading the title of the board "Bitcoin Discussion," what further explanation is required? Moreover, a detailed description is provided below: "General discussion about the Bitcoin ecosystem that doesn't fit better elsewhere. News, the Bitcoin community, innovations, the general environment, etc. Discussion of specific Bitcoin-related services usually belongs in other sections." In your opinion, what else do you think should be included there?

I think it could actually be interesting, and possibly useful for the gambling community on the forum. Creating a group of trusted users who can act as mediators to look into cases involving valid evidence could help address disputes more efficiently and fairly. Having respectable members who are capable of handling such situations can provide a valuable resource for resolving conflicts and maintaining a sense of trust within the community. I have already thought of several highly respectable members who would fit the criteria. And I'm sure most here would agree that they would be objective and unbiased in their judgment because they've already proven that countless times before.

Yep, you got it. The StarBets account is also run by naim027, and I knew about this connection beforehand. I never spilled the beans on it because the StarBets account is only active in their own thread, and naim027 is still allowed to hang out on the forum. So, there is no ban evading at the moment.

I found some evidence to back this up in the screenshots he shared. I'm pretty sure I wrote down that info somewhere. If we need it, I'll dig it up and verify it if necessary.

I don't think it is accurate or fair to claim that all women either completely avoid gambling or become addicts. Do you have any stats or sources to back this up? Or is that just your personal opinion?


It seems like a bunch of folks here are throwing around some seriously stereotypical views about women and gambling, and it's coming off as pretty sexist, to be honest. I can't help but wonder if this mindset has something to do with cultural or religious influences.

What kind of statement is that? I mean, it's not just men who have the ability to find places to bet on credit. Women have the same opportunities too, at least in the liberal western world. There shouldn't be any discriminatory positions when it comes to gambling based on gender. However, I can't say for sure how things are in countries where religious beliefs heavily influence what's considered acceptable or not.

We all have our own way of checking out casino licenses and deciding where we want to gamble, right? If Curacao licenses don't float your boat, have you thought about casinos that don't have any license at all? Just something to think about, but no pressure! It's more of a rhetorical question.

But, I'm curious, is that why you decide to bump their topic? Are you trying to give them some free promotion or something? Just wondering!

From what I understand, this forum isn't really about promoting online casinos, but more about the users and their discussions. So, even if Australia decides to pass a law like that, it shouldn't really affect this platform. I mean, what can the administrators really do? Start tracking where every visitor is coming from and disable user signatures for those from Australia? That sounds like it would totally go against the freedom of speech that this forum values. So, yeah, I don't think you have much to worry about. Just keep enjoying the discussions!