David Marcus

I'm David, a 30-something (let’s not get too specific!) British gaming and gambling enthusiast with a penchant for numbers. I’m based in Reading, UK, where I studied mathematics and took on various roles in the public sector related to statistics and data analysis. I fell into the world of iGaming after applying for an odds compiler role on a whim. Needless to say, I’m so glad I did! I spent 5 years doing odds compiling for sports matches – everything from football, to basketball, to e-sports. In my most recent stint, I specialised in compiling and running tests on the return to player percentage on slot games. Outside work, I’m a huge fan of the Dota series and play the game in my spare time. The overlap of my personal hobbies with my professional pursuits is a privilege, which is why I’ve now made a career transition to write content on the topics I’m passionate about.

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Since I can remember, I’ve always been fascinated by numbers. I was that kid that aced their math tests – not so much their geography or history! Growing up, my favourite films featured characters that used math to get ahead in some way and in my early 20s, I came across Bennett Miller’s “Moneyball” – a fantastic film that got me researching compiling odds for sports, and in a strange way, led me to where I am today. In my work, I’ve gained an immense appreciation for sports and games of all kinds. Outside of work, I collect games and have amassed over 200 board and card games in my collection. It goes without sayingI’m usually the one in my family and friend group to coordinate game nights. Playing games is as much a part of my social life as it is my free time. I relax and unwind by playing Dota after work and on weekends. There’s a great player community out there and I’ve made some great friends who I’ve never met in person yet. After a couple of years doing odds compiling, I felt a natural pull towards writing about my knowledge of the iGaming and sports betting industry, and the unique angle I can provide from the perspective of a mathematician. I know there are many players out there who truly enjoy breaking down the inner workings of a game or a sports session and making sense of it through numbers and odds – and I’m right there with them. So, I’m thrilled to be here at PlatinPlay to provide analytical views on all things iGaming.