Who is Chav Vasilev?
Chav Vasilev is a freelance writer at Bonus, whose topics of focus include new product releases, industry deals, online lotteries, and skill games. Chav has been writing for Catena Media since 2022 and also contributed to the now-retired Michigan Sharp and NJ Gambling Sites.
Outside Catena, Chav has written on a broad spectrum of topics, including sports, travel, real estate, and pets. Before he started writing, Chav used to manage fast-casual restaurants, specializing in operational efficiency and turning around underperforming locations.
Chav is an avid traveler and splits his time between the US and Europe. He has become somewhat of a sweepstakes casino expert, as there are no legal online casinos in his home state of Florida for now, though he hopes that will change soon.
Citations
- Politics and ‘power of the open casket’, Politico, Aug 2, 2023
- Video game streamers are rebelling against Twitch’s lower revenue split and moving to a 4-month old platform run by a crypto casino operator in Australia, Fortune, June 16, 2023
Top Bonus.com Articles by Chav Vasilev
- Virginia’s General Assembly Passes Skill Games Bill, Sends to Governor, March 6, 2024
- Nassau Coliseum Casino Proposal—Another Setback in Court for Las Vegas Sands, Feb 27, 2024
- Resorts World Las Vegas Removes Controversial President Scott Sibella Amid NY Casino Bid, Sep 20, 2023
- Life After Barstool: Can Penn Rejuvenate Its Hollywood Online Casino Brand?, Aug 23, 2023
- Why Do Operators of Video Gaming Terminals Have Such Influence in Illinois?, July 27, 2023
- Gambling-Friendly Streaming Site Kick Owned By Crypto Casino Stake.com Founders, April 3, 2023
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An Online-Only Sports Betting Bill Might Represent Georgia’s Best Chance Yet at Gambling Expansion
Georgia now has two sports betting bills active for the 2024 legislative session, the latest of which differs substantially from previous efforts. Sen. Clint Dixon’s bill is unique as it does not require a constitutional amendment and would be tied to the state’s lottery. Another critical difference between SB 386 and previous attempts is that it […]
FanDuel and Operation Hope Offer Free Financial Literacy Counseling for MA Residents
FanDuel Group and Operation Hope have teamed up to promote financial literacy and offer Massachusetts residents free financial counseling. Teaming up with the non-profit organization is part of FanDuel’s efforts to demonstrate its commitment to responsible gaming (RG). Through the partnership, Massachusetts residents can access Financial Wellbeing Coaches from the financial literacy organization’s Hope Inside […]
Poll on Parents’ Awareness of Teen Online Betting Shows the Need for Education, Regulation
A poll about US teens’ access to online gambling reveals a need to educate parents about existing regulations and the potential threat of underage gambling. The C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital at the University of Michigan asked parents of children aged 14 to 18 a series of questions about their kids’ habits and their knowledge of online […]
Alabama Legislature to Consider Gambling Bill in February, Hoping to Tame ‘Wild West’ Situation
Alabama legislators will soon be considering a comprehensive gambling expansion package. Rep. Andy Whitt will be among the sponsors of a bill he expects to be filed in the Alabama House of Representatives within the first two weeks of the legislative session. The session starts on Feb. 6, so the 2024 Alabama gambling bill should […]
Ohio Committee To Discuss The Future of Gambling in the State, Including iGaming
Ohio lawmakers are preparing to begin a series of discussions on the state’s current gambling market and what forms of new gambling expansion are possible, including online casinos and an online lottery. The Ohio Sports Gaming Study Committee will meet four times over the next two months to discuss and give recommendations regarding topics like […]
New Jersey Bill Asks for More Scrutiny of Gambling Operators’ Advertising Practices
New Jersey state Sen. Joseph P. Cryan, D-Union, has introduced a bill aimed at increasing the regulatory enforcement of advertising rules for gaming operators. That includes retail and online casinos and sportsbooks. S2156, which was introduced on Jan. 9, aims to protect players by prohibiting operators from advertising to underage individuals and those who have […]
Jackpot.com Is Live In Massachusetts, the Fourth State for the Lottery Courier
The lottery courier app Jackpot.com has launched in Massachusetts, allowing lottery players to purchase tickets online using desktop or mobile devices. Bay State players now have the option to buy tickets for four draw games using the Jackpot.com app or website: Powerball Mega Millions Mass Cash Lucky for Life Jackpot.com says more lottery games will […]
Roulette Up—New Online Casino Table Game Offers Escalating Payouts on Unique Side Bet
Galaxy Gaming has brought its proprietary Roulette Up—a variation on classic American roulette—to the online casino space for the first time. The game, featuring a unique progressive side bet, is now available at DraftKings Casino, Golden Nugget Casino, and WynnBet Casino across multiple states. The company also plans to launch the game in Canada soon. Some […]
Utah Begins Its Longshot Effort to Establish a State Lottery
Utah House Rep. Kera Birkeland, R-Morgan, has attracted a lot of attention with a proposal for a constitutional amendment to create a state lottery. She plans to file a bill that would have to pass in the legislature before going to voters in the November 2024 elections. The lawmaker says revenue generated from the lottery […]
As We Enter 2024, Connecticut Players Still Await an Online Lottery
The New Year is here, but Connecticut residents are still waiting for an online lottery option despite it having been legalized almost three years ago. Connecticut lawmakers authorized online draw ticket and Keno sales in the same 2021 bill that established Connecticut online casinos and sportsbooks. In May 2023, the Connecticut Lottery Corporation (CLC) announced IGT […]