About the Author
Robyn McNeil
Bio & Media Credits
Who is Robyn McNeil?
Robyn McNeil (she/they) is a lead writer at Bonus, focusing on news relevant to online casinos. She specializes in responsible gambling coverage, legislative developments, gambling regulations, and gambling-related legal fights.
Career-wise, McNeil is something of a Girl Friday, with experience across industries, including culinary arts, music, film, tech, and journalism. She started her journey with Catena Media in early 2021 as a freelancer at Online Poker Report before quickly transitioning to a full-time role. Before joining Bonus in March 2023, McNeil mainly wrote and edited for PlayCanada, PlayOntario (since retired), and PlayIllinois. McNeil has also contributed to PlayNY, PlayOhio, and PlayMaryland, which are all part of Catena’s affiliate network.
Outside of office hours, you’ll most likely find Robyn twisting herself into challenging shapes, digging in the dirt, or exploring the coastlines of Nova Scotia, where she lives in an empty nest with her cat, Edith.
Robyn McNeil in the Media
- Media Musings, Gaming News Canada Newsletter, Nov. 2, 2023
- Come on Barbie, Let’s go Gamble: Is gambling advertising allowed in a Barbie world?, Ifrah Law, Aug. 7, 2023
- On The Homefront, Gaming News Canada Newsletter, Feb. 23, 2023
- Sports Betting Goes Live In Ontario: Why It’s Important, Business Insider, Apr. 4, 2022
- This Has Been A Long Time In The Making’: IGaming Launches In Ontario, CTV Windsor, Apr. 4, 2022
- Online gambling expected to create more Ontario jobs, CTV Windsor, Apr. 1, 2022
- PlayCanada Report Outlines Job Creation Potential In Ontario, Canadian Gaming Business, March 29, 2022
- Report Argues Online Gambling Will Create 1300 Jobs In Ontario, iheartradio.ca, March 29, 2022
Top Bonus.com Articles by Robyn McNeil
- GambleAware Research Seeks Understanding of LGBTQ+ Gambling Harm, Jan. 18, 2024
- NCLGS to Craft Model iGaming Legislation for States Considering Expansion, Jan 12, 2024
- Social Media Linked to Higher Rates of Teenage Gambling, Risky Behaviors, Dec. 19, 2023
- Operator Data Reveals Most Gamblers Pass on Available RG Tools, Nov. 29. 2023
- ADHD & Problem Gambling: ADHD Symptoms Predict More Severe Relapses, Nov. 15, 2023
- The Federal Investigation Into Scott Sibella: What Do We Know?, Oct. 20, 2023
- ‘Robin Hood 702’: Who is the Gambler Behind the Sibella Lawsuit?, Oct. 19, 2023
- Researchers Investigate ‘Magic Mushrooms’ as Problem Gambling Aid, Oct. 10, 2023
- New ‘Ticket in-Bonus Out’ Casino Tech Could Pose Problem Gambling Risk, Sept. 6. 2023
- Reddit Gamblers Show Surprising Interest in UberEats & Other Subreddits, June 16, 2023
Other Writing by Robyn McNeil
PlayIllinois, Illinois Gambling History Series
- Black Sox Down: The 1919 Chicago White Sox Scandal (Part 2), Dec. 16. 2022
- Black Sox Down: The 1919 Chicago White Sox Scandal (Part 1), Dec. 15. 2022
- John “Mushmouth” Johnson, Chicago’s Black Gambling King, Dec. 1, 2022
- Corruption, Extravagance, And Ingenuity In Early Illinois Gambling, Nov. 17, 2022
- King Of Chicago To US Race Wire Gambling Czar, Meet Mont Tennes, Nov. 4, 2022
- Bullets, Ballots And Bribery Define Early Illinois Gambling History, Oct. 21, 2022
Contact Info
To reach Robyn with a news tip, email her at robyn.mcneil@catenamedia.com.
Latest articles
High-Precision Geolocation Could Unlock New Possibilities for Responsible Gambling: XPoint CEO
As the gambling industry evolves and grows, its commitment to responsible gambling is increasingly important. Geolocation technology—which, first and foremost, ensures jurisdictional compliance—is emerging as a vital responsible gambling tool beyond its traditional uses. Typically, operators rely on geo-tracking to enforce regulatory compliance by using player geolocation data to ensure play happens within a legal jurisdiction. […]
Ohio Rep. Brian Stewart Confirms Online Casino Legislation is in the Works
State Rep. and House Finance Committee chair Brian Stewart has confirmed a bill to expand Ohio’s legal online gambling is coming soon.
Gambling is Riskier for Neurodivergent People, But Tailored Treatments May Aid in Recovery
A GambleAware-backed study is investigating the best practices for treating gambling harm among neurodiverse people.
Bet365 Reportedly Considering US Sale or Public Offering. What Might That Mean for US Players?
Bet365’s owner, the Coates family, is reportedly considering a full or partial sale of their gambling empire, worth as much as $12 billion.
Wyoming Establishes Six-Member Committee to Study Online Casino Possibilities
Wyoming has established a dedicated six-member committee to study the state’s potential for gambling expansion.
Rhode Island Police Continue to Advocate for Criminalization of Underage Online Gambling
Rhode Island is planning to revisit a bill pushed by state police to criminalize online gambling for youth who can gamble at state casinos.
Hawaii Sports Betting Bill Fails, But Door to Legal Gambling Remains Open
Hawaii’s online sports betting is dead, but supporters have said the outcome was not entirely fruitless and next year could be different.
MSIGA Footprint Doubles as Pennsylvania Joins MSIGA’s Shared Online Poker Market
Gov. Josh Shapiro signed a multi-state poker agreement that allows Pennsylvania’s online poker players access to shared liquidity.
Is it Safer to Stick to a Single Casino Game Than to Bounce Around? Not Necessarily
Contrary to expectations, a recent study suggests that access to multiple slot themes does not increase players’ gambling time.
Magnetic Brain Stimulation Can Reduce Gambling Cravings, Support Gambling Addiction Therapies
Researchers found that magnetic brain stimulation can reduce cravings in those experiencing gambling addictions for at least six months.
