Michael Austin combines insight and knowledge to give CryptoManiaks readers an edge in the crypto-gambling arena. A Business Management graduate of Southern Methodist University, Michael honed his analytical skills running a soccer-analytics consultancy that serviced European clubs and data-hungry bettors. He then applied that experience to iGaming, overseeing U.S. sportsbook and casino content for outlets such as Bitcoinist and Gambling Guy.
Now based in Skudai, Singapore, a region at the intersection of Asian and North-American betting trends, Michael breaks down crypto gambling transaction speeds, regulation and bonus mechanics with skill and precision.
His experience includes keynote seminars at Quidroom where he spoke to C-suite leaders and crypto-currency pioneers on blockchain adoption, CBDCs and player-protection protocols.
What sets Michael apart is the breadth of sports knowledge he brings to every review. A lifelong NHL fan, he evaluates sportsbooks the way scouts grade prospects: zone-by-zone and stat-by-stat. His deep dives into crypto betting and casino sites cover everything from cross-jurisdictional KYC requirements to the mechanics of provably fair casino games, allowing readers to place bets and pick casinos with clarity and confidence.
After over a thousand published reviews, Michael has earned a reputation as a dual-threat expert on commercial iGaming content and regulation. He is equally comfortable discussing blackjack strategy or forecasting how U.S. regulatory changes will impact crypto sportsbooks.
At CryptoManiaks, he turns that expertise into plain-English guidance you can bank on, whether you’re chasing alt-coin jackpots or live-betting the Stanley Cup Finals.
