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
Former Florida Regulator and Illinois Legislative Counsel Join FanDuel Government Relations Department
FanDuel has hired former Florida regulator Louis Trombetta and Illinois lawmaker James Hartmann as government relations directors.
FanDuel Introduces My Spend, a Streamlined, Budget-Tracking Responsible Gaming Tool
FanDuel has introduced My Spend, a responsible gaming dashboard allowing customers to track play and manage their gambling budgets.
Defy The Odds’ Kelly Kehn Says Diversity and Fresh Perspectives Are Key for the Gambling Industry
Defy the Odds’ Kelly Kehn chats with Bonus about the new launchpad and why embracing diverse people and ideas benefits the bottom line.
FanDuel Casino Gifts Pennsylvania, New Jersey Residents a Free Ride
A new FanDuel promotion has FanDuel Casino picking up the transit tab for riders in Pennsylvania and New Jersey on Dec. 18.
Resorts World Establishes Board of Directors, Appoints New Chief Executive
Resorts World has announced a new board chaired by former MGM Resorts CEO, Jim Murren and appointed Alex Dixon as its new chief executive.
Wyoming’s Online Casino Legalization Effort to Resume in Extended 2025 Legislative Session
Wyoming failed to pass online casino in 2024, but Rep. Robert Davis plans to refile for 2025 after a favorable Spectrum Gaming report.
Public Hearing on Sands Proposed Long Island Casino Project Set for Next Week
New York lawmakers will hold a public hearing next week on Sands’ proposed multibillion-dollar casino resort and draft environmental study.
More People Than Ever Are Seeking Help for Gambling Problems—Even When Not Their Own
More people in the UK sought gambling treatment and support—for their gambling or someone else’s—over the last fiscal year, according to leading gambling harm prevention charity GambleAware. But, while the increased demand is something to watch, the report also offered a silver lining: treatments appear effective for those who reach out. For American policymakers, the […]
Key Kigure in Resorts World Controversy Dies Ahead of Fraud Sentencing
After repeatedly delaying his sentencing for fraud over a myriad of health reasons, convicted fraudster Robert Alexander has died. With his passing, Alexander has avoided certain jail time for fraud convictions related to his operation of Kizzang Social Casino. Alexander was a central figure in activist gambler Robert Cipriani’s failed lawsuit against Resorts World Las Vegas (RWLV). Cipriani […]
Intralot’s DC Lottery and Sports Betting Contract Allegedly Under Attorney General Scrutiny
DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb is reportedly investigating the details of Washington, DC’s controversial lottery and sports betting contract with long-term supplier, Intralot. According to anonymous sources behind an Axios DC report, Schwalb’s office initiated a probe into Intralot’s sports betting deal sometime in the summer of 2023. The contract allegedly under scrutiny gave Intralot—a […]
