Drew Ellis, Author at Bonus.com

About the Author

Drew Ellis

Drew Ellis is a veteran journalist who contributed to Catena Media’s coverage of online gambling markets across the U.S. and Canada, including key roles with PlayMichigan and PlayiLottery. With over 20 years in newspapers and a sharp eye for policy, Drew brought clarity to complex gaming legislation while earning accolades from the Associated Press and beyond. His work has also appeared in the Detroit Free Press, Associated Press, and Sports Illustrated’s All Lions.

Latest articles

Video Lottery Terminal Standalone Bill Introduced In Missouri Following Sports Betting Legalization

January 14, 2025 | By: Drew Ellis

Following the legalization of sports betting in Missouri, a standalone VLT bill has been introduced in the state Senate.

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Donald Trump Jr. Joins Prediction-Based Market Company Kalshi As Strategic Advisor

January 14, 2025 | By: Drew Ellis

Prediction-based market company Kalshi announced on Monday that Donald Trump Jr. is joining as a strategic advisor.

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Online Sports Betting Bill Prefiled By Bipartisan Lawmakers In South Carolina

December 26, 2024 | By: Drew Ellis

A collection of bipartisan South Carolina lawmakers have prefiled an online sports betting bill in the House for the 2025 legislative session

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Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana To Open Doors In February Pending Approval

December 23, 2024 | By: Drew Ellis

The Cordish Company announced last week that Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana will open its doors on Feb. 13, 2025.

Buffalo Gold Max Power Debuts At NJ Online Casinos, The Latest From Aristocrat Interactive

December 16, 2024 | By: Drew Ellis

Aristocrat Interactive announced the debut of Buffalo Gold Max Power for New Jersey online casinos on Friday.

NBA-Themed Scratch Tickets From Scientific Games Debuting With Massachusetts Lottery

December 12, 2024 | By: Drew Ellis

Scientific Games recently agreed to a new partnership with the NBA, which will bring scratch lottery games with team logos and prizes.

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Brian Christopher to Host Christmas Event at MGM Grand Detroit

December 12, 2024 | By: Drew Ellis

The MGM Grand Detroit will play host to Jingle Bell Bonanza, hosted by YouTube personality Brian Christopher, on Dec. 19.

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Games Global Partner With Future Anthem for Personalized Messaging and Bonus Offers

December 3, 2024 | By: Drew Ellis

Games Global, one of the world’s leading iGaming producers, is partnering up with Future Anthem to utilize its Audience Identifier module.

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Kickapoo Tribe Urges Texas Lottery, Lawmakers To Take Action Against ‘Illegal’ Courier Services

November 15, 2024 | By: Drew Ellis

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The Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas wants to see lawmakers prohibit lottery couriers, as they feel they operate illegally in the state.

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Robinhood Gets Into Presidential Election Betting Market With Trump, Harris Contracts

October 31, 2024 | By: Drew Ellis

Contract trading company Robinhood has jumped into the presidential election market, making contracts for Trump, Harris available.