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Tebearau Egbe
Tebearau Egbe covers casino news beats at Bonus.com. She’s a seasoned gambling writer with over five years of experience. Her previous roles include being a contributor for Esportbet, Bettingplanet, Onlinecasino, and several other publications. Armed with a bachelor's degree in philosophy from Niger Delta University in Bayelsa State and a master's degree in philosophy from the University of Lagos, Nigeria, Tebearau possesses a unique ability to dissect complex industry developments, distilling them into insightful narratives that captivate readers. Based in Lagos, Nigeria, she can be found enjoying good laughter with friends when she’s not chasing the latest casino developments or delving into the intricacies of the betting world.
Latest articles
Betting on Everything: How Prediction Markets Work & Who Can Use Them
December 23, 2025 |
Prediction markets sound complicated at first, but once you get the idea, they’re actually pretty simple. Think of them as a place where people trade opinions about what will happen in the real world, using money as the signal for confidence. If you have ever said, “I’m sure this will happen” or “No way that [...]
New York Says “No More” to Sweepstakes Casinos—Gov. Hochul Just Signed the Ban
December 17, 2025 |
Governor Kathy Hochul just signed S5935A into law, officially banning the whole “sweepstakes gaming” model in New York. If you were playing online slots, blackjack, or even “sports betting” using virtual coins that somehow turned into real cash prizes, the party is officially over in the Empire State. What Does the Ban Entail? So, what [...]
The Christmas Slots You Actually Want To Play This Year
December 16, 2025 |
There is something magical about December. Maybe it’s the lights. Maybe it’s the nonstop sugar. Or maybe it’s the fact that online casinos suddenly turn into Santa’s workshop and start dropping holiday-themed slots like they are fresh cookies. If you love festive reels or just want an excuse to hide from family gatherings for a [...]
Fanatics Debuts Prediction Market Product in Multiple US States
December 9, 2025 |
Fanatics recently debuted its new prediction exchange, Fanatics Markets, on December 3 across multiple U.S. jurisdictions. So basically, the company, which is already valued near $25 billion, decided selling gear wasn’t enough; they want to monetize your foresight, too. The platform allows individuals to purchase and sell “event contracts” tied to real-world outcomes in sports, [...]
Gaming Board Approves New York’s Downstate Casinos
December 3, 2025 |
New York’s Gaming Facility Location Board has approved three major NYC casino projects, promising billions in investment, jobs, and community benefits as plans advance.
DraftKings Player Hits Record U.S. Online Casino Jackpot with a 20-Cent Bet
December 2, 2025 |
A player in Michigan dropped a $0.20 bet on a DraftKings Casino slot and walked away with a mind-blowing $22,407,248.55 jackpot. That, my friend, is now the biggest online casino payout ever recorded in the U.S. What Went Down? The game was Huff N’ Even More Puff, a progressive slot, which basically means every bet [...]
New Jersey Can’t Agree On Who Should Run Atlantic City: What It Means For Casinos
November 17, 2025 |
Lawmakers in Trenton are going back and forth about how long the state should keep running Atlantic City. One group wants five more years. Another group wants ten. Whereas, the law that gave the state control back in 2016 is about to expire next year, and now everyone is acting like it is a brand [...]
FanDuel and DraftKings Leave Nevada To Focus On Prediction Markets Nationwide
November 17, 2025 |
FanDuel and DraftKings are officially backing out of Nevada. No more licensing, no more playing by Nevada’s rules. Instead, both have their eyes fixed on launching prediction markets across the rest of the country. A report read: “Today, the NGCB accepted the surrender of Flutter Entertainment PLC’s Order of Registration, as well as all related [...]
VGW’s Sweeps Coin Era Ends in West Virginia
November 12, 2025 |
You want to know what players in West Virginia woke up to this November? That will be VGW phasing out Sweeps Coin gameplay in the state, turning the model into Gold-Coin-only entertainment rather than anything redeemable for prizes. It started on November 11, 2025, when players were no longer able to collect Sweeps Coins in [...]
IGT Brings Mystery of the Lamp Enchanted Palace to North American Online Casinos
November 12, 2025 |
International Game Technology (IGT) has officially launched Mystery of the Lamp Enchanted Palace in several regulated online gaming markets across North America. Players in online casino states like Connecticut, Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Rhode Island, and Ontario can now try their luck on the title. Designed for Both Casino and Online Play IGT [...]
