About the Author
Chav Vasilev
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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Ohio to Impose Further Restrictions on Betting Promotions and Ban Bettors Who Threaten Athletes
Ohio is continuing to take a hard line with its regulated gambling market, authorizing the state regulator to issue a gambling ban to those threatening violence against sports figures, alongside other policy changes. That rule is part of the 2024-2025 budget bill signed by Gov. Mike DeWine on July 5. It protects athletes and others […]
Rivers Portsmouth, First Permanent Casino in Virginia, Marks Millionth Customer Milestone
The casino industry in Virginia reached a significant milestone last week as the state’s first permanent casino, Rivers Portsmouth, welcomed its millionth customer. Rivers staff treated the customer, Terri Powell, to a promotional package comprising $1,000 in free slots play, a dinner for four at the casino’s Admiral’s Steak & Seafood, and four tickets to see […]
Betly Shuts Down West Virginia Sports Apps to Relaunch With Integrated Casino Gaming
The Betly Mardi Gras and Betly Wheeling Island sportsbook apps have shut down as the company prepares to relaunch a single integrated online casino and sportsbook product. Betly says the new product will be coming later this summer but has not provided an exact date. West Virginia online casino users have been seeing their range […]
Golden Nugget Receives Online Casino Licenses for Slots and Table Games in Pennsylvania
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) has approved Golden Nugget’s applications for online table game and slots licenses. As a result, Pennsylvania gamblers could be seeing a new online casino brand within a matter of weeks or months. Golden Nugget will become the second operator to launch as a qualified gaming entity (QGE) in Pennsylvania […]
Former HQ Trivia Host Scott Rogowsky to Star In and Produce Jackpocket’s New Live Game
Lottery courier Jackpocket has announced the upcoming launch of its first live entertainment product in partnership with comedian and former HQ Trivia host Scott Rogowsky. He will serve as the executive producer and primary host of Jackpocket Live, scheduled for launch later this year. The game will feature other celebrity co-hosts and provide participants with daily opportunities […]
Maryland Lottery and Gaming Commission to Conduct an Online Casino Impact Study
The Maryland Lottery and Gaming Commission (MLGC) will conduct an online casino impact study. It will determine the state’s potential outcome of legalizing online casino gaming. The results must be submitted by Nov. 15 to the Maryland General Assembly. The study will focus on the estimated market size, economic results, and effect on problem gambling. […]
BallyBet Temporarily Shuts Down as Bally Interactive Proceeds With 2023 Reboot Strategy
BallyBet announced that on June 30, it’s shutting down for a “few months” while switching to a new software platform powered by Kambi. The company notes that Arizona will not be affected, but BallyBet will not be available in Colorado, Indiana, Iowa, New York, and Virginia. Since June 22, Bally’s is no longer accepting wagers […]
Gambling-Friendly Streaming Site Kick Scores Win as Celebrities xQc & Amouranth Move From Twitch
Kick battle with rival Twitch is in full swing as the former’s lenient attitude towards gambling and other content has helped the platform sign multimillion-dollar contracts with top streaming celebrities like xQc and Amouranth. Unfortunately, Kick’s policies have also resulted in regulatory difficulties. Gambling streams on Kick have reportedly been banned in Greece. Previously, the […]
Seneca Nation Eyes a Rochester Casino, Much to the Surprise of Local Leaders
A controversy is brewing in upstate New York because the Seneca Nation of Indians plans a Rochester casino, surprising local leaders. The news about a potential casino came just days after the tribe agreed in principle to a 20-year compact with the state. It seems that part of the negotiations could’ve included a new casino. […]
New York Problem Gambling Advisory Council Stalls in Assembly, Likely Dead for 2023
A bill in New York that aimed to establish a Problem Gambling Advisory Council (PGAC) has stalled in the state Assembly after being approved by the state Senate. The bill’s future is now uncertain, but it’s likely dead. Although the state Legislature may reconvene in the summer to address pending matters, it is unclear if […]
