About Alex Tan
Alex Tan is the founder and lead strategy analyst at CardGuide MY, Malaysia's most trusted independent card game strategy portal. Born and raised in Kuala Lumpur, Alex developed an early interest in the mathematics of probability and card games, which he pursued formally through a Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics at Universiti Malaya.
Over the following decade, Alex became a recognised figure in the Malaysian poker circuit, competing semi-professionally at Genting Highlands and in regional online tournaments. During this period, he developed a deep frustration with the quality of card game strategy resources available to Malaysian players — most were written for Western audiences, ignored local casino rule variants, and frequently contained mathematically incorrect advice.
In January 2022, Alex founded CardGuide MY to address this gap. His philosophy is straightforward: every strategy recommendation must be derived from first principles, verified against real Malaysian casino conditions, and explained clearly enough that any player can understand and apply it.
Alex personally writes or reviews every guide published on CardGuide MY. He has conducted on-site research at Genting Highlands to verify strategy recommendations against actual Malaysian casino conditions, and maintains relationships with the Malaysian poker community to stay current with local rule changes and platform updates.
What Alex Covers
Texas Hold'em & Poker Strategy
Pre-flop ranges, position play, pot odds, and bankroll management for Malaysian casino and online conditions.
Blackjack Basic Strategy
Mathematically optimal play charts verified against Genting Highlands and Malaysian online platform rule sets.
Casino Mathematics & House Edge
Expected value calculations, house edge analysis, and return-to-player verification for all major card games.
Bankroll Management
Risk-of-ruin calculations, session management, and stake-sizing strategies for Malaysian players at all levels.
Malaysian Casino Conditions
Genting Highlands rule variants, local betting limits, and Malaysian-specific strategic adjustments.
Live Dealer Strategy
Strategy adaptations for live dealer platforms available to Malaysian players, including speed and side bet analysis.
Alex's Featured Guides
Texas Hold'em Poker Strategy Guide — Malaysia Edition
Complete strategy guide for Malaysian players, covering pre-flop ranges, position play, and Genting Highlands-specific adjustments.
Blackjack Classic — Complete Strategy Guide for Malaysian Players
Mathematically verified basic strategy charts for Malaysian casino blackjack variants, including Genting Highlands rule sets.
Card Counting in Malaysian Casinos — A Practical Guide
Hi-Lo and KO counting systems explained with Malaysian casino-specific deck penetration and betting spread analysis.
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How Alex Writes
Alex's approach to strategy writing is grounded in mathematical rigour and Malaysian-specific verification. Every strategy recommendation he publishes follows a consistent process:
1. Mathematical derivation: All strategy recommendations are calculated from first principles using probability theory and expected value analysis — not copied from generic sources.
2. Malaysian casino verification: Strategies are verified against actual Malaysian casino rule variants, including Genting Highlands conditions and local online platform settings.
3. Peer review: All guides are reviewed by at least one other CardGuide MY team member before publication.
4. Quarterly updates: Alex reviews and updates all guides quarterly to reflect changes in casino rules, platform conditions, and new research.