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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Vornado Realty Trust May Compete With Rival SL Green’s NYC Casino Bid
Vornado Realty Trust is exploring the possibility of submitting a bid to build a casino in New York City. Vornado is the city’s second-largest commercial landlord. The company is considering the site of the former Hotel Pennsylvania near Penn Station and Madison Square Garden for its proposed casino. The now-vacant hotel will be demolished by […]
Greentube Acquires Alteatec in Mission to Increase B2B Offerings
Greentube, a casino game developer, announced it acquired a majority shareholding in the Malta-based iGaming management system platform and software provider Alteatec. The company said the deal will add to its B2B offerings. The Vienna-based online gaming specialist Greentube – a Novomatic Digital Gaming and Entertainment division – did not release the financial details about […]
Even Anti-Gambling States Impacted by Shift in National Attitudes
Gambling expansion is a hot topic in many states at the moment. Some are leading the charge, while others are playing catch-up. There’s a saying, “a rising tide lifts all boats.” Usually, that’s a metaphor for the economy. However, it also applies to public sentiment about things like gambling. Even states that are miles away […]
Casino Smoking Opponents Find a New Ally in Slots Influencer Brian Christopher
Brian Christopher, a prominent gaming influencer on social media, announced that he is joining the casino anti-smoking movement. Going forward, he says he will promote only smoke-free venues and events. Christopher elaborated: It is time for gaming to join the ranks of the best entertainment venues, restaurants, and bars that went smoke-free years ago. The […]
Chumba Casino Owner VGW Settles Kentucky Class Action for $11.75 Million
In December, Virtual Gaming Worlds (VGW) agreed to pay $11.75 million to settle a class-action lawsuit in Kentucky. VGW owns social casinos Chumba Casino and Luckyland Slots, which use federal sweepstakes law to pay out cash prizes without technically being a real-money gambling product. The plaintiffs in the suit argued that VGW was nonetheless violating […]
Pennsylvania Follows NJ’s Lead, Mandates Multi-Factor Authentication for 2023
Pennsylvania online gamblers are about to get an extra layer of security to protect their accounts. Gambling operators in Pennsylvania have until Dec 31 to enact two-factor authentication. The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) advised operators of the new policy over the summer to give them ample time to comply. Two-factor authentication (2FA) – or, more […]
