Claire McKernan

Claire McKernan is a freelance writer at Global Gaming Insider, where she brings over five years of experience covering the changing world of iGaming. With a background in literature, editing, proofreading and writing, she has a keen interest in covering industry developments and the impact of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence in the gaming space. Claire has previously written for platforms such as 888casino, Casinos Avenue and Virgin Games, with features ranging from basic casino tips for beginners to in-depth analysis of player metrics.

With a strong interest in UK and US gambling regulations and operator partnerships, she is intrigued by how policy changes and strategic collaborations influence the sector's landscape. She is particularly interested in online gambling and how rules and regulations vary across jurisdictions, provinces and states.

When she’s not writing, Claire keeps an eye on new slot releases, with a particular fondness for the Luck of the Irish series. Over the course of her career, Claire has explored the evolution of the slot machine, charting its path from Charles Fey's original mechanical fruit machine to the modern digital versions we can play today, fuelling her curiosity for the shift of casino games to virtual platforms.