Drew Ellis, Author at Bonus.com

About the Author

Drew Ellis

Drew Ellis joined Catena Media in 2020 and has led news coverage for PlayMichigan and PlayiLottery while also reporting on the gambling industries in Iowa, Illinois, Maryland, New York, North Carolina, and Canada. With decades of experience in journalism, Drew specializes in breaking down complex laws and policies shaping the expansion of online gambling across the U.S. Before transitioning to the online gaming industry, Drew spent over 20 years in newspapers covering sports and gambling for the Mt. Pleasant Morning Sun and The Oakland Press, earning multiple awards from the Associated Press and other organizations. His bylines have also appeared in the Detroit Free Press, the Associated Press, and All Lions, the Sports Illustrated site covering the Detroit Lions.

Latest articles

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Why New York and New Jersey Have Embraced Lottery Couriers: Legal Expert Weighs In

May 6, 2025 | By: Drew Ellis

While lottery courier services face bans in other states, both New York and New Jersey are showing a regulated partnership is possible.

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Louisiana Files Online Lottery Bill That Would Include Draw Games, eInstants

April 24, 2025 | By: Drew Ellis

Louisiana is considering the legalization of online lottery in the state, which would include draw games and eInstant tickets.

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Nevada Lottery Won’t Exist Until At Least 2030 After Latest Legislative Effort Fails

April 15, 2025 | By: Drew Ellis

A bill to amend the Nevada Constitution to allow for a lottery failed to advance last week, pushing hopes back until at least 2030.

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Indiana Senate Bill To Ban Lottery Couriers Sits As Desk Of Gov. Mike Braun

April 11, 2025 | By: Drew Ellis

An Indiana bill to ban lottery couriers has now passed through the Senate and House and just needs the signature of Gov. Mike Braun.

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High-Frequency Betting A Growing Issue For Online Casino Players, Sports Bettors

March 25, 2025 | By: Drew Ellis

High-frequency betting, like slots or live sports betting, has become an area of concern for leading to higher rates of gambling addiction.

Casino Workers More Susceptible To Problem Gambling, But See Greater Treatment Results

March 17, 2025 | By: Drew Ellis

Casino workers are nearly four times as likely to suffer from problem gambling, but respond better to treatment, a study shows.

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Jackpocket Out of New Mexico as More States Target Unregulated Online Gambling Services

March 7, 2025 | By: Drew Ellis

Jackpocket has chosen to cease operations in New Mexico following legal pressure as more states look to keep gambling state-run.

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Former Lottery.com Executive Komissarov Indicted For Defrauding Investors

March 3, 2025 | By: Drew Ellis

Texas

Former Lottery.com executive Vadim Komissarov has been indicted and charged with fraud by engaging in a scheme to defraud investors.

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Connecticut Lawmakers File Bill to Ban Lottery Couriers and Sweeps

February 18, 2025 | By: Drew Ellis

A bill filed by the Connecticut General Law Committee would see lottery courier services banned in the state.

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Indiana Omnibus Gambling Bill Proposes Online Casinos and Instant Online Lottery Games

January 16, 2025 | By: Drew Ellis

Indiana

An Indiana lawmaker will introduce a House bill on Jan. 21 that would see the legalization of online casinos and an online lottery.