About the author
Iliana Petkova — Fact Checker at BettingRanker. Originally from Plovdiv and now based in Sofia, Iliana is a specialist in verifying sports betting data and reviewing sportsbook platforms to ensure Singaporean players receive accurate and clear information. Her daily work involves scrutinizing betting claims, validating odds-related data, and confirming essential details about betting markets and operators. When she isn't deep-diving into platform analytics, Iliana enjoys hiking, photography, reading contemporary fiction, and exploring the local history of her adopted city.
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Iliana is highly regarded for her hands-on experience in verifying claims and analyzing betting and casino platforms. She employs rigorous source verification, systematic platform testing, and transparent reporting to identify inconsistencies and confirm facts. Her extensive background in platform analysis and research allows her to spot common pitfalls in iGaming data and test them methodically. This combination of practical analysis, disciplined research, and clear explanations makes her a reliable fact checker for BettingRanker.
“Facts are the foundation of my work: I cross-check every claim, test platform details, and explain my findings clearly so players in Singapore can make informed betting decisions.”
Q&A With Iliana
How do you verify a new claim about a sportsbook?
I trace the original source, check official license registries, and compare the claim against the sportsbook’s terms and conditions. If I find a discrepancy, I seek clarification directly from the operator or other reputable industry sources.
Which resources are most important in your fact-checking work?
Licensing databases, sportsbook rulebooks, and payment provider information from services like PayNow, PayTrust88, and GrabPay are essential. These tools help verify how operators present their services and handle transactions over time.
What do you do when different sources report conflicting information?
I prioritize primary sources such as regulators, official legal documents, and the sportsbook’s own terms. If the uncertainty persists, I explain the conflict to the reader and provide the most credible evidence available.
What common mistakes do you see in sports betting claims?
Misleading bonus terms, unclear wagering requirements, and outdated licensing details are the most frequent issues. I focus on clarifying these points so readers understand the actual conditions behind an offer.
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