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 [email protected].
Latest articles
Bally’s Corporation Faces Low Risk from Diamond Sports Bankruptcy
Despite its naming rights deal with Diamond Sports Group (DSG), Bally’s Corporation is unlikely to suffer negative consequences from Diamond’s recent bankruptcy filing. DSG controls Bally Sports regional sports network (RSN), which broadcasts games for more than 40 teams around the US. Diamond entered voluntary Chapter 11 proceedings after defaulting on a $140 million interest […]
TheScore Bet Launches on Desktop in Ontario as Coolbet Takes a Bow
Ontario gamblers can now access theScore Bet via its familiar app and online. The change comes after the Toronto-based brand released a desktop version of its popular Ontario online casino and sportsbook. Previously, players could only access theScore Bet through the app launched last April when Ontario debuted regulated online gambling. Despite the app-only offering, […]
Downstate New York Casinos a Pot of Gold for Lobbyists, Consultants
It could be years before the first shovel breaks ground on any of the three proposed downstate New York casinos. Yet, the business of casinos already has money flowing as competing camps lobby to win one of the highly sought-after licenses. According to an investigation by Politico, lobbying firms behind 10 proposed casinos have already […]
New Jersey Smoking Ban Gains Support, Likelihood of Passing
A New Jersey smoking ban loophole is closer to closing at Atlantic City casinos. Lawmakers discussed the matter on March 9. On Thursday, the New Jersey General Assembly Health Committee (AHC) and the Assembly Tourism, Gaming, and Arts Committee (ATGA) jointly held a public hearing. More than a dozen speakers at the hearing spoke in […]
Federal Judge Grants Class Certification In Wynn Resorts Lawsuit
A Federal judge ruled a lawsuit claiming Wynn Resorts covered up the alleged long-running misconduct of former CEO Steve Wynn can proceed.
New York Gov. Hochul Formally Proclaims March Problem Gambling Awareness Month
Governor Kathleen C. Hochul has made it official that March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month (PGAM) in New York. Dr. Chinazo O. Cunningham, the commissioner of the state’s Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS), delivered the formal proclamation on the Governor’s behalf. Cunningham spoke during a joint media conference held by New York State’s […]
UBC Study Finds Link Between Video Game Loot Boxes, Gambling
A new study from the Centre for Gambling Research at the University of British Columbia (UBC) raises concerns about the connection between video game loot boxes and gambling. Luke Clark, psychology professor and director of the UBC center, delivered the findings at the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling conference. The annual British Columbia Lottery Corporation […]
PointsBet Says No US Expansion in 2023, Puts Focus On Existing Markets
PointsBet aims to curb US losses in 2023 by focusing on existing markets and pursuing high-value bettors. In the short term, that means passing on upcoming state launches. Long-term, however, the goal is long-term, sustainable success for the Aussie import. According to executives during a recent fiscal earnings call, the course correction is expected to […]
iGaming Ontario Faces Operator Ire Over Unexpected Banking Fees
Ontario online gambling operators are frustrated with iGaming Ontario (iGO) over unexpected fees. The provincial agency says it has received due diligence fees from its financial institution and will pass them on to the operators. According to Gaming News Canada, which broke the story, iGO informed operators on Feb. 21 to expect invoices for the […]
Doug Polk And Texans For Texas Hold’em Go All-In In Defense Of Texas Poker Rooms
Professional poker player Doug Polk has taken on a new role as the face of Texans for Texas Hold ’em (TFTH), a lobby group intent on protecting poker rooms in the Lone Star State. The group has come out in support of House Bill 2345. The bill, sponsored by Rep. Ryan Guillen, seeks to legalize […]
