Otto Bergstrom has been one of the lead writers at CasinoWhizz.com since 2015.

He is passionate about playing casino games to win money with his favorite coins: Bitcoin, XRP, and Litecoin.

In 2015, I started writing about crypto casinos because I was tired of the sluggish fiat options. At the time, Bitcoin was still relatively new, and not many casinos accepted it. Back then, crypto was a niche interest, not a mainstream topic.

After testing dozens of coins and crypto casinos, including the shady ones that stall or block payouts, I can confidently say that the casino gambling market has entered a turning point with Trump back in the picture. He said he wants the US to lead the crypto world, and I believe it’s already happening.

For players like me, that means more freedom and faster payments with BTC and Altcoins at online casinos. It’s an exciting time to be a gambler.

Why I Switched to US-Friendly Crypto Casinos

I made the switch to US-friendly crypto casinos because I’m not keen on waiting days for my money. The best part is when I win cash, they pay within an hour or on the same day. They’re transparent since every transaction occurs on the blockchain ledger. They also offer more privacy and cut out the middleman: banks. That means fewer transaction fees and quicker payouts.

But, more importantly, I don’t have to worry about banks flagging my withdrawals because it’s from a crypto casino. US banks will often flag online gambling payments if players use fiat.

However, I’ve never had an issue with crypto casinos or exchanges. In the past, they’ve always paid out quickly and without any hitches. Of course, it’s best to stick with trusted crypto casinos to avoid any problems.

How I Play at a Crypto Casino

1. Set Up a Crypto Wallet

I use a crypto wallet that supports BTC, ETH, LTC, or USDT, and mobile wallets with 2FA for security. This wallet stores my coins and lets me send or receive crypto without delays. Some of my favorite wallets include Trust Wallet, Atomic Wallet, and Exodus Wallet.

2. Buy Crypto

I buy crypto through trusted exchanges like Coinbase or Kraken and buy what I’m willing to lose. That’s 2% to 5% of my crypto holdings, depending on the game and the casino – nothing more. I recommend setting up an exchange account and completing the KYC process in advance to speed up crypto purchases.

3. Choose a Trusted Casino

Only play at reputable casinos that hold licenses in Curaçao, Panama, or Costa Rica. Why are licenses important? If a site refuses to pay me, I can contact the jurisdiction the casino has a license. They’ll contact the casino on my behalf.

I also read player reviews from sites like Trustpilot. However, not all jurisdictions carry the same licensing authority, some more than others. A community of players shares their playing experience at a casino. In other words, if the site pays casino winnings, offers fair games, and bonuses.

4. Register and Deposit

Signing up and registering for an account is easy. I use my current email address and create a strong password. Then I go to the deposit page, pick my coin, and copy the wallet address.

Make sure you copy the “RIGHT” address. If you don’. you’ll lose your crypto if you send it to the wrong address. Next, I open my crypto wallet and send the coins. ETH and LTC usually show up in a few minutes, BTC takes longer if the network’s busy.

5. Play Real Money Games

Once the cash is in my account, I can play slots, blackjack, roulette, or live dealer games. Note that offshore casinos that welcome cryptos convert them into USD. Some casinos also offer provably fair games, which I like because I can verify every bet.

Why I Use Cryptos at Online Casinos

Like most players, I started with Bitcoin, but switched to Litecoin because BTC is clunky. Sorry, Bitcoin maxis, but that’s the reality. Besides, I once waited 40 minutes for a simple BTC deposit to clear. I missed a slots tournament at Wild Casino because my BTC transaction was still confirming.

Lightweight coins like Litecoin fixed that. Deposits reflect within 2 to 3 minutes, sometimes even faster. Withdrawals are equally impressive. At Wild Casino, I’ve had LTC payments clear on the same day. Players on Trustpilot said they received their cash with LTC in under an hour.

What about the fees? With LTC, I often pay less than a penny per transaction. Using Bitcoin, the fees can be more than $5. That’s money I’d rather keep in my pocket.

Crypto is designed for speed and low transfer fees, while fiat is designed for high minimums and maximums. When you combine that with varying bank processing times, it can get complicated.

But crypto keeps things simple. Smaller crypto payments are faster and cheaper than larger ones. For example, a $20 crypto withdrawal can arrive in 10 minutes, while a $5