About the author
Andrew Harns is an expert in online casino licensing and iGaming regulation with 8 years of practical experience in supporting operators in international markets. His professional activities focus on license selection (MGA, Curaçao, Anjouan, Kahnawáke, etc.), analysis of regulatory requirements, and assessment of legal risks when launching and scaling online casinos.
Over the years, Andrew has been involved in launching and supporting projects focused on different regulatory models, ranging from strictly regulated jurisdictions to alternative licenses used in international practice.
Professional specialization
Key areas of expertise:
- licensing of online casinos and gaming platforms;
- comparative analysis of jurisdictions;
- legal requirements for operators, owners, and key functions;
- regulatory risks when entering new markets;
- KYC/AML requirements, responsible gaming, compliance;
- supporting operators from pre-assessment to the start of commercial operations.
Practical experience
Andrew Harns has worked on projects at various stages of maturity, from launching the first online casino to restructuring the license of an existing operator. His experience includes:
- preliminary regulatory audit of the project;
- choosing a license based on target markets and payment infrastructure;
- interaction with licensing authorities and agents;
- support for licensing in a changing regulatory environment;
- assessment of risks associated with blockages, failures of payment providers and partners.
All materials published by Andrew are based on real cases and current regulatory practice.
Participation in the industry
Andrew Harns has experience of professional attendance at key international iGaming industry events, including:
- ICE London / ICE Barcelona
- iGB Live
- SBC Summit
Approach to content and analytics
In his publications, Andrew adheres to the following principles:
- reliance on current legislation and official sources;
- clear separation of opportunities, limitations, and risks;
- regular updating of materials to reflect changes in regulations.
The content is aimed at entrepreneurs and investors who view launching an online casino as a long-term, regulated business rather than a short-term experiment.