Cole Rush

Cole Rush has been writing about the gambling indiustry in one way or another for 10+ years. He considers himself a jack of all gambling trades, able to write about real money casinos, sports betting, sweepstakes gaming, prediction markets, and every other corner of the industry from a true player's perspective. He also relishes covering the weird and wacky parts of gambling: hidden gems, pop culture gambling crossoevers, and up-and-coming sports. Cole has written for many gambling-focused publications, including iGaming Business, Global Gaming Business, PlayUSA, Gaming Today, and others. Cole lives in Chicago, where he cheers for DA BEARS.

PlayUSA Specialities

Slot reviews, casino game strategy hubs, responsible gambling

Industry Expertise

Cole has worked in the industry since he was a fresh college grad in 2014. He started at Scientific Games, a lottery and casino supplier, before going freelance in 2020. He's authored more than 120 reviews and resource pages for PlayUSA.

Editorial Background

Cole's experience spans dozens of publications, including in-depth interviews and features for iGaming Business and Global Gaming Business. He has written hundreds of casino and gambling platform reviews for numerous sites like PlayUSA and others.

Awards

Cole has never won an award, but that means he also hasn't lost one. Huge! His claim to fame? A 2022 appearance on "Password," a game show starring Jimmy Fallon and Keke Palmer. Cole is also one of the voices in the chorus you hear during the bonus round of the Heidi's Bier Haus slot game.

Posts by Cole Rush

Baba Wild Slots Review

We review Baba Wild Slots social gaming platform. Read on to learn how the app works, available games and how to get started playing today!

Cole Rush May 15, 2026

Arizona Lottery director talks about RG.

Arizona’s Safety Net: How the Lottery Makes Responsible Gaming a Priority

Arizona Lottery Executive Director Alec Thomson shares with PlayUSA how the Lottery puts responsible gambling front and center

Cole Rush May 15, 2026

Michigan Regulators Launch Campaign Aimed at Preventing Youth Gambling

A new campaign in Michigan, "Don't Bet on Your Future," is a multi-prong approach at preventing youth gambling

Cole Rush May 13, 2026

Best Casino Apps That Pay Real Money in the US (2026)

Download the best online casino apps for [date format="Y"], featuring real money gambling apps. Play slots and blackjack on iPhone or Android with fast payouts and bonuses.

Cole Rush May 8, 2026

Spree Casino Review | My Evaluation for 2026

My fully tested Spree Casino review will help you decide whether to join. I'll also evaluate the Spree no-deposit bonus of 2.5 Sweeps Coins.

Cole Rush April 24, 2026

Gold King Chess Piece Stands on the Board Among Silver Pieces

Kalshi’s Cross-Platform Self-Exclusion Program and What It Means for Prediction Markets

Seeking better protection for traders? Learn how Kalshi’s new cross-platform self-exclusion program works and what it means for the industry.

Cole Rush April 16, 2026

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