Elena Buzincu

Elena Buzincu

Senior Author & Editor

Elena is CasinoAlpha’s dedicated slots strategist, focused on uncovering the real odds behind every game New Zealand players encounter. Her expertise is rooted in understanding how slots are designed, not just how they’re marketed. She puts it simply: “No slot is ‘hot’ or ‘due.’ The only thing real is math. My job is to show players how to spot the games where luck can actually be on their side.”

Abilities

Gambling expertise

Gambling expertise

UKGC Laws, Return to Player, Responsible Gambling
Education

Education

Master’s Degree at the Faculty of Letters
University

University

University of Bucharest
Gambling Experience

Gambling Experience

4 years
Other Areas of Expertise

Other Areas of Expertise

Online slots, terms and conditions
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Written Articles Counter

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Explore NZ's Best ProgressPlay Casinos for 2025
Explore NZ's Best ProgressPlay Casinos for 2025

ProgressPlay casinos often hide a troubling reality: their standardized 65x wagering requirements are among the industry’s harshest. Having tested 14 of their NZ sites, I’ve seen players burn through deposits chasing impossible bonus terms. Our listing exposes which ProgressPlay casinos offer fair conditions versus those with unachievable terms, because transparency matters more than affiliate commissions. […]

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New Pokie Sites - New Zealand 2025
New Pokie Sites - New Zealand 2025

While new slot sites offer fresh gaming experiences, our 9+ years of NZ casino reviewing reveals a sobering statistic: 73% of new platforms disappear within 18 months, sometimes with player funds. That’s why our expert team thoroughly tests each site on this list, examining ownership structures, payment reliability, and game innovation. We’ve selected only the […]

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Best 2025's iOS Casinos in New Zealand
Best 2025's iOS Casinos in New Zealand

“Although every brand claims to be fully iOS compatible, 4 out of 7 iOS casinos in New Zealand tested in May 2025 crashed during a live gaming session on iPhone XR (iOS 14.8),” reveals Adina Minculescu, an expert reviewer at Casino Alpha. This shows the need to play at a tested site where there are […]

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Best Neteller Online Casinos NZ for 2025
Best Neteller Online Casinos NZ for 2025

Neteller casinos are the perfect choice for NZ players seeking fast deposits and withdrawals. You may, however, notice that beyond speed, there are quite a few snags—like fees and bonus restrictions—that might take off a bit of the shine. Still, if security and quick transactions are your priorities, it’s hard to go wrong with this […]

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NZ Full Aspire Global Casinos List (2025)
NZ Full Aspire Global Casinos List (2025)

Aspire Global casinos in New Zealand stand out in 2025 for one simple reason: speed and reliability. Our May testing found average withdrawal times under 2 hours on e-wallets and consistent payout approval within 24 hours for most methods. These sites aren’t just sleek on mobile, they’re built to perform under pressure. This list focuses […]

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Compare All NZ White Hat Gaming Casinos
Compare All NZ White Hat Gaming Casinos

White Hat Gaming casinos excel in fast payouts, a wide game selection, and local payment methods such as POLi. We reviewed over 40 casinos from this casino operator, and only about 50% of them passed our strict criteria. At CasinoAlpha, we are not afraid to call out names or point out flaws that can affect […]

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Top Skill-On-Net Casinos for New Zealand - 2025
Top Skill-On-Net Casinos for New Zealand - 2025

Not all Skill On Net casinos deserve your deposit, and yes, we’ve tested them all. We put over 30 New Zealand Skill On Net casinos through our standard test covering payout performance, bonus transparency, and loyalty program. Well, only about 40% of these casinos passed our criteria. Many sites looked good on the surface, but […]

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List of All Dama N.V. Casinos NZ Available
List of All Dama N.V. Casinos NZ Available

Dama N.V. casinos dominate the offshore online gambling scene in New Zealand, operating over 60 brands with different levels of trust, fairness, and gameplay quality. But more casinos don’t always mean better. “Dama casinos are a mixed bag; you’ll find some that offer elite bonuses with fast withdrawals, while others bury players in over 50x […]

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Vavada Casino Bonuses for New Zealand (2025)
Vavada Casino Bonuses for New Zealand (2025)

Vavada Casino offers a complete selection of bonuses that range from welcome offers to even rarer offers, such as no-deposit bonuses and cashback. Our CasinoAlpha team will rate each bonus’ features and explain why we consider them some of the best bonuses in the industry. How to Claim the Vavada Casino Bonuses Signing up for […]

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$50 Free Chip No Deposit Offers for New Zealand - May
 2025
$50 Free Chip No Deposit Offers for New Zealand - May 2025

$50 free no deposit offers are some of the popular bonuses in New Zealand, but most out there are just flashy bonuses with long strings attached. At CasinoAlpha, we say things as they are, not minding how casinos will feel. We tested over 100 NZ casino promotions in 2025 alone, and less than 10% passed […]

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Top Free No Deposit Bonuses on Mobile Casinos - NZ 2025
Top Free No Deposit Bonuses on Mobile Casinos - NZ 2025

We tested all the no deposit mobile free bonuses we listed here on iOS and Android devices under real NZ player conditions. Out of hundreds of no deposit mobile offers we signed up for in 2025, only 150+ were worth recommending. Among all the no deposit mobile bonus we tested, 25% of them had hidden […]

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Monster Casino Bonuses & Offers - 2025
Monster Casino Bonuses & Offers - 2025

Do Monster Casino’s bonuses deliver real value for New Zealand players? Our guide dives into Monster Casino’s exclusive offers for New Zealand players, detailing the welcome bonus, reloads, and loyalty rewards. With clear insights into each offer’s terms and benefits, CasinoAlpha helps you decide if these bonuses can truly boost your gameplay. What is a […]

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