Our platform is built on one simple principle: every review should reflect real expertise, not guesswork. Behind every rating and recommendation stands a team of people who have spent years working within the iGaming industry — as compliance specialists, customer support professionals, and market analysts. This page introduces the people who make that possible.
Our Leadership
Michael Doran — Founder & Head of Research
Michael founded Malta Casinos Ireland after more than a decade working in regulatory compliance for licensed gaming operators across the EU. Before launching this platform, he spent several years auditing licensing documentation and payment processes for international casino brands, giving him firsthand insight into how operators are vetted — and where the gaps often are. Michael oversees our review methodology and ensures every published rating meets the same rigorous standard he applied throughout his career. He holds a background in financial compliance and has a particular focus on player-protection regulations across European jurisdictions.
Our Core Team
Aisling Byrne — Lead Payment & Security Analyst
Aisling specialises in evaluating withdrawal processes, encryption standards, and payment provider reliability. With a background in fintech risk assessment, she personally tests deposit and withdrawal flows on every casino we review, tracking real processing times rather than relying on marketing claims.
Conor Fitzgerald — Game Fairness & RNG Specialist
Conor’s role focuses on verifying that the software providers behind each casino’s games use certified, independently audited RNG systems. With a technical background in software testing, he checks certification documentation and cross-references it against recognised testing labs before any game is deemed fair.
Niamh O’Sullivan — Player Experience & Community Liaison
Niamh manages our relationship with the player community, gathering and verifying feedback from real users. She reviews complaints, monitors dispute resolutions between players and operators, and ensures that the voice of everyday players is reflected in our final ratings.
What Our Team Commits To
Every member of our team operates under the same set of principles:
- Independence — we do not accept payment in exchange for favourable reviews.
- Accuracy — every claim we publish is checked against primary sources, including official licensing registries.
- Transparency — our methodology is publicly documented, and we update reviews when circumstances change.
- Player-First Approach — our recommendations prioritise player safety and fair treatment over operator popularity.
Why Our Background Matters
Combining regulatory, technical, and financial expertise allows us to evaluate casinos from multiple angles rather than relying on surface-level impressions. This cross-disciplinary approach is what separates our reviews from simple affiliate listings — and it’s why players across Ireland continue to rely on our recommendations.
