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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Live! Casino’s New Hampshire Plans Earn Preliminary Approval From Salem Planning Board
The Salem Planning Board has approved plans for a Live! Casino to be built by Cordish Companies at The Mall at Rockingham Park.
Lipscomb, Alabama Finds Its Assets Frozen Amid Crackdown on Electronic Bingo
The Alabama town of Lipscomb has had its government effectively shut down following a raid by state officials on the electronic bingo hall that was the town’s primary source of revenue. The status quo in Alabama is that almost all forms of gambling are illegal, but a lack of adequate enforcement has led to the […]
As Retail Casinos Stagnate, Online Gambling Isn’t Just Growing—It’s Accelerating: AGA
According to a new American Gaming Association (AGA) report, US gamblers are shifting toward sports betting and online casinos and turning away from traditional retail casinos. The AGA’s latest Commercial Gaming Revenue Tracker report shows traditional casino gross gaming revenue declined by 0.9% in Q3. Meanwhile, sports betting revenue grew by 42.4%, and online casinos […]
Cryptocasino BC.Game Appears on the Verge of Going Out of Business
Curaçao-based cryptocasino BC.Game is facing the possibility of license revocation by the country’s gambling regulator, Curaçao Gaming Control Board (GCB) for questions over its finances and regulatory compliance. Curaçao was, until recently, a jurisdiction known for black market offshore sites, but has been attempting to clean up its reputation through regulatory reform. GCB intends to […]
DraftKings Introduces Christmas-Themed Variations on a Selection of Exclusive Casino Games
Draftkings has introduced a series of holiday themed games on its online casino, including a list of favorites picked by Kevin Hart.
Multiplayer Online Blackjack: How Hollywood Casino is Creating a More Social Experience for Players
PENN Entertainment has introduced a new game, Multiplayer Blackjack, and made it available through its Hollywood online casinos.
BetMGM Integrates Rewards Points Into Its Single Digital Wallet
BetMGM announced this week that it has incorporated its Rewards Points system into a single digital wallet that can cross jurisdictions.
Jackpot.com Becomes the Official Lottery Courier Partner of 7-Eleven Convenience Stores
Jackpot.com has partnered with 7-Eleven, the world’s largest convenience store chain, to become its official lottery courier. The collaboration will initially roll out in Ohio and Massachusetts, providing customers access to lottery games and scratch-offs through the Jackpot.com app or website at over 600 7-Eleven and Speedway locations across the two states. The partnership is […]
Alabama Gambling Discussions Could Be Back On The Table in 2025
Regulating gambling in Alabama will likely be back on the legislative agenda in 2025 in some form. This year’s effort to let Alabama voters decide whether they want legal gambling passed in the House but came up a single vote shy of passing in the Senate. Had the bill passed, it would have led to […]
Horseshoe Online Casino Completes North American Rollout With New Jersey Launch
New Jersey iGaming players now have one more option: Horseshoe Online Casino. The state is the fourth US launch for Caesars Interactive’s newest brand, completing its rollout in all North American iGaming markets to which the company has access. Following Horseshoe’s debut in Michigan less than two months ago, the rapid rollout underscores the company’s […]
