Ian St. Clair

News Editor

Ian St. Clair is a lover of words, vocal or written. He is one of the most respected and trusted voices in online gambling, with over six years of industry experience. From online casinos and sports betting to being a preeminent advocate for responsible gambling, Ian is a leading expert. A University of Northern Colorado graduate, Ian also has over a decade of journalism experience covering college and professional athletics, as well as the symphony and theater. Ian's a lover of history, news, and bacon. Oh, and tacos.

PlayUSA Specialties

Content and marketing strategy, news and evergreen editing, fact-checking, writer cultivation, SEO and marketing collaboration

Industry Expertise

Ian has worked in the gambling industry since early 2020, prior to Colorado's launch of sports betting. He's managed sites for some of the largest online gambling markets in North America and now manages the news for PlayUSA and Bonus.

Editorial Background

Ian has been a writer in some form or fashion since the early 2000s, when he started as a sportswriter covering the Denver Broncos. He has close to 10 years in newspapers, and now over a decade of experience in Internet marketing and SEO.

Awards & Achievements

Ian has won numerous national, regional, and local awards for his newspaper writing. Ian's series on a local Cheyenne wrestler who broke his neck and later died won multiple awards, including first place at the Associated Press Sports Editors. He also won a first-place award for a feature on actors along the Front Range who portrayed Scrooge in plays from Cheyenne to Denver.

Posts by Ian St. Clair

Flutter is expected to end its listing on the London Stock Market.

Flutter Moves Closer to Ending London Listing as Focus on US Deepens

Flutter Entertainment will reportedly end its listing on the London Stock Exchange as it focuses more on the US gambling market

Ian St. Clair June 15, 2026

Analyst gives mixed report on Las Vegas.

Vegas’ Mixed Signals: Strip Holds Up while Lower-end Travelers, Local Play a Concern

Jefferies analyst David Katz says conventions are keeping the Las Vegas Strip profitable, but overall visitation continues to be worrisome

Ian St. Clair June 15, 2026

Judge sets trial date for former NBA player Terry Rozier involving an alleged betting scheme.

Rozier Pleads Not Guilty in Brooklyn; Betting Case Trial Set for February

A judge has set a Feb. 8, 2027, starting date for former NBA star Terry Rozier's trial on charges involving an illegal betting scheme

Ian St. Clair June 15, 2026

MA launches campaign targeting illegal gambling sites.

Massachusetts Launches Campaign Warning about Illegal Gambling Sites

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission has started a campaign aimed at residents who may not understand the risks of illegal gambling sites

Ian St. Clair June 15, 2026

PA bill looks to block gambling apps on school campuses.

Pennsylvania Bill Would Block Online Gambling Apps on School Property

A proposal in Pennsylvania would require online gambling operators to block apps from being used on school properties

Ian St. Clair June 12, 2026

Florida targets payment processors in crackdown on illegal gambling.

Florida AG Targets Payment Processors in Illegal Gambling Crackdown

Florida has sent cease-and-desist letters to several companies that process payments on illegal gambling sites

Ian St. Clair June 12, 2026