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Reporter: Ed Silverstein

Ed Silverstein was a senior reporter covering gambling law and crime news for Casino.org. Ed was an award-winning journalist with credits ranging from the Associated Press to American Lawyer Media.

Ed joined the Casino.org news team in 2019 after decades of experience in legal reporting. He passed away in February 2025, leaving behind a legacy of impactful journalism and a deep respect within the industry.

His past reporting and editing assignments include Cowles Business Media, Columbia University Press, the Connecticut Post, and Southern Connecticut Newspapers, Inc.

Besides the law and its application to the gaming industry, Ed’s areas of expertise spanned business, politics, education, and state and local government.

Ed held an undergraduate degree from the University of Connecticut and master’s degrees from Harvard and Yale. His professional awards include recognition from the New England Press Association and New England AP News Executives.

Ed resided in Connecticut, where he enjoyed photography and bowling in his spare time.

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2587 stories by Ed Silverstein

MGM CEO Jim Murren Suggests Casino Could Lead to More Sports for Yonkers Region

MGM Resorts International may use its ownership of the Yonkers New York Empire City Casino to expand regional sports and entertainment offerings, especially if it gets a license for additional gaming. In a recent keynote address, MGM CEO Jim Murren told local...

Ed Silverstein October 14, 2019

Cee-lo Dice Game Dispute Likely Led to New York City Bloodbath

Four people were killed and four others were injured during a dice game-related argument that turned deadly Saturday in a New York illegal gambling den, police said. Among the deceased is Chester Goode, 37, who may have initiated the shooting when he...

Ed Silverstein October 13, 2019

Thailand Gambling Prevalence Among Adults, Children Causes Worries Locally and Globally

Thailand continues to have many residents getting involved with different types of wagering, new research reveals. But there is particular worry over the East Asian nation’s younger kids gambling. That was the conclusion of a study of Thailand gambling trends. The Thai...

Ed Silverstein October 8, 2019

Two Dozen Convicted of Macau Loansharking Head To Prison

Twenty-five suspects were sentenced to prison terms of four months to 16 years after being convicted in connection with a loansharking scheme targeting Macau gamblers, according to recent news reports. Several of the ring members were also banned from entering any Macau...

Ed Silverstein October 7, 2019

Encore Boston Harbor Now Provides Free Self-Parking

Encore Boston Harbor is making it easier to get to the new Everett, Massachusetts casino, with free self-parking for guests seven days a week. That is in contrast to many properties in Las Vegas now charge gamblers parking fees. With the no-charge...

Ed Silverstein October 7, 2019

DJ Marshmello Leaves Palms Nightclub Gig Early Likely with Handsome Payout

Christopher Comstock -- known professionally as Marshmello -- the now ex DJ at Kaos Nightclub at The Palms Las Vegas, may have had a lucrative payout provision in his contract. Or, at least, went through recent negotiations with Palms management, as his...

Ed Silverstein October 7, 2019
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Poker Experts Suspicious Over Mike Postle’s High Win Rate as He Denies Allegations

Former pro poker players are echoing concern from colleagues over possible cheating by Mike Postle, who has often played live-streamed games at California’s Stones Gambling Hall, but is now under scrutiny. Now engaged in such fields as law and academia, the former...

Ed Silverstein October 6, 2019

Fukuoka City, Japan Casino Proposal Shot Down by Mayor

Fukuoka City, Japan is resisting a local recommendation to vie for one of Japan’s three integrated resort venue licenses as the competition heats up in other communities. Mayor Soichiro Takashima recently said the timing to take part is not right, and given...

Ed Silverstein October 4, 2019

Scantily Clad Saipan Casino Hostesses Forced to Swim with Male Guests, Harassment Lawsuit Claims

Female VIP hostesses at Imperial Pacific International’s (IPI) Saipan casino faced continual harassment and intimidation by male guests, a recent federal lawsuit reveals. The allegations range from the workers being ordered to swim -- while wearing only bikinis -- with male patrons,...

Ed Silverstein October 2, 2019

Slot Machine Near Misses Do Not Lead to Continued Play by Gamblers: Study

Gamblers who come close to winning on slot machines -- but narrowly lose -- are not motivated to keep playing the game, according to a new Canadian study. For instance, someone who winds up with two lemons and a cherry on the...

Ed Silverstein September 30, 2019