About the author
Daniel Hughes is a contributing author at PokiesHub Australia with a background in statistical analysis and data-focused content. His work centres on explaining probability, randomness, and statistical concepts as they relate to gambling systems and game design, including RTP and volatility models used in slot-style games.
Daniel specialises in topics such as expected value, variance, randomness, RTP distribution, volatility classification, and common statistical misconceptions. His articles aim to clarify how mathematical models underpin games of chance and why short-term results do not predict long-term outcomes.
With experience in data interpretation and analytical writing, Daniel prioritises precision, clear definitions, and logical structure. He avoids oversimplification while ensuring that technical concepts remain understandable to a general audience.
At PokiesHub Australia, Daniel contributes to in-depth guides and explanatory articles that focus on how statistics are used in gambling systems, rather than on strategies or outcome prediction.
Daniel is not affiliated with gambling operators, does not provide betting strategies or financial advice, and does not promote gambling participation. All content authored by him is intended for informational and educational purposes only, in accordance with PokiesHub Australia’s editorial standards.
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Multipliers Explained in PokiesPokies•24 Jan 2026Multipliers increase the value of certain wins in pokies. This article explains how multipliers are applied and how they fit into overall game mathematics.Read
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Bonus Features vs Base Game ResultsPokies•23 Jan 2026Pokie results come from both the base game and bonus features. This article explains how these components differ and how they work together mathematically.Read
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How Free Spins Affect RTPPokies•22 Jan 2026Free spins are part of a pokie’s overall return to player calculation. This article explains how free spins affect RTP at a mathematical level.Read
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Pattern Recognition Myth in PokiesPokies•21 Jan 2026Players often see patterns in pokie results, but these patterns do not influence outcomes. This article explains why pattern recognition is misleading in random games.Read
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Illusion of Control in PokiesPokies•20 Jan 2026The illusion of control is the feeling that actions or choices can influence pokie outcomes. This article explains why that perception occurs and why outcomes remain unaffected.Read
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Near Miss Effect in PokiesPokies•19 Jan 2026The near miss effect occurs when a pokie outcome appears close to a win. This article explains why near misses feel meaningful and how they differ from actual winning results.Read
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Gambler’s Fallacy in PokiesPokies•18 Jan 2026The gambler’s fallacy is the belief that past outcomes affect future spins. This article explains why this belief is incorrect in pokies.Read
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Why Pokies Sometimes Feel DuePokies•17 Jan 2026Pokies can feel due after a series of losses, but this perception is not connected to how outcomes are generated. This article explains why this feeling occurs.Read
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Can Short Sessions Beat Pokies MathematicsPokies•17 Jan 2026Short sessions may produce wins or losses, but they do not change the underlying mathematics of pokies. This article explains why session length does not alter expected outcomes.Read
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Probability vs Perceived Odds in PokiesPokies•17 Jan 2026Probability describes how pokies work mathematically, while perceived odds reflect how outcomes feel to players. This article explains why these two often differ.Read
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Short-Term vs Long-Term Pokies ResultsPokies•16 Jan 2026Short-term pokie results can vary widely, while long-term outcomes tend to align with the game’s mathematical design. This article explains why these differences occur.Read
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Expected Value in PokiesPokies•16 Jan 2026Expected value describes the average long-term result of playing pokies. This article explains what expected value means, how it is calculated conceptually, and why it does not predict short-term results.Read