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Vanessa Phillimore

Vanessa Phillimore

Vanessa Phillimore is an experienced iGaming writer focused on online casino reviews, game guides, and industry news. She has worked with top iGaming brands and affiliates, using her industry expertise to create trustworthy, responsible gambling content. Her Canadian iGaming work can also be found on OntarioGamers.ca and Darlo Digital. Outside of writing, Vanessa enjoys trying out new online games and keeping up with the latest trends in slots and sports betting.

Reporting Specialties

Canada online casinos, sweepstakes casino reviews, free slot reviews, legislative and iGaming news.

Industry Expertise

Vanessa has 10+ years of experience writing content on the gambling industry. She covers a wide range of content types, including sweepstakes casino reviews, product guides, casino news, and industry insights.

Editorial Background

Vanessa has extensive experience as a writer and editor. She has worked for several noteworthy industry outlets, including Bonus.com and PlayCanada.com.

Awards & Achievements

Vanessa has received many positive reviews for her outstanding content in various niches.

Posts by Vanessa Phillimore

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Why Casino Games Fail: Evolution Gaming CPO Insights
Evolution Gaming CPO Todd Haushalter discusses why high-tech casino games fail, balancing player attention, and the lessons learned from game flops.
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Hacksaw Gaming Enters Connecticut through Partnership with FanDuel
Hacksaw Gaming expanded its U.S. presence by launching its casino game portfolio in Connecticut through a partnership extension with FanDuel.
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Ohio Casino Control Conducts Illegal Gambling Raid in Highland County
The Ohio Casino Control Commission and Highland County Sheriff's Office seized 63 suspected illegal slot machines during a raid in Greenfield.
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FanDuel Reveals How It Identifies Problem Gambling Amid Congressional Pressure
FanDuel published new details on how machine learning and manual reviews flag problem gambling, amid ongoing congressional scrutiny over VIP programs.
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Resorts World New York City Awards $670,000 in Grants to Local Queens Nonprofits in Celebration of 15th Anniversary
Resorts World New York City launched its "Celebrate 15 for Queens" initiative, distributing $670,000 in community grants to local nonprofits for its 15th anniversary.
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Bill Proposed to Regulate Live Dealer Games in New Brunswick
New Brunswick introduced Bill 8 to amend its Gaming Control Act, granting the province regulatory authority over online live-dealer casino games.
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Getting to Know Vanessa Phillimore

Vanessa Phillimore is a professional content writer, well-versed in various niches, but currently specializing in gambling and gaming. She has extensive experience covering various topics in the industry, including casino/sportsbook reviews, casino games reviews, sporting events, betting guides, news events, responsible gambling, prediction markets, and general industry insights. She does extensive research and collaborates closely with editors and other parties to make her content pristine.

When she’s not writing about slots, sports betting, or the latest industry trends, Vanessa enjoys exploring new online games herself — always staying one spin ahead to bring fresh, relevant insights to her readers. Vanessa is also a professional nurse with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from Red Deer College.

Professional Experience

PlayUSA
Content Writer
2025 – Present

Bonus.com
Content Writer
2025 – Present

Gaming Today
Content Writer
2025 – Present

Education

Red Deer Polytechnic
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
1995-1997

Favorite Gambling Movie

“Ocean’s 11,” not so much for the gambling, but more because of the heists, action, and storyline.

Coolest places you’ve ever gambled

Las Vegas, of course, hopping between various casinos.

What drew you to writing about betting?

It’s something that comes naturally to me, and AI has been decimating most other niches.

Your personal favorite betting/gaming site

Bet365, because it’s legit and has everything.

Q&A With Vanessa Phillimore

My content is best suited for beginners as well as advanced bettors. I try to break it down well to simplify it for beginners, while at the same time making it as detailed as possible for advanced bettors.

Yes, I regularly play at online casinos and bet at online sportsbooks. I am also quickly gaining ground with prediction markets.

Readers should expect accurate, up-to-date content when reading any of my content. I do extensive research on every topic, and I have years of experience in the industry.

I regularly write news pieces for the gambling industry, including on topics related to laws and general industry trends. Moreover, my news feeds on social media sites and search engines regularly feature news pieces related to gambling.