Alec Cunningham

If I had one wish, it would be for daily login bonuses to become a standard at online casinos — just like they are now for sweepstakes casinos. I mean, who doesn’t love rewards?

My immediate reaction is to park myself in front of a high-RTP slot machine and let fate take over. But if I’m being reasonable, I’d probably hit the blackjack table and work on finessing my skills.

That you don’t have to pay taxes on the money you win from gambling (in the US, at least). Much like everything else, gambling is considered reportable income, and Uncle Sam wants a cut. You should report all gambling winnings on your tax return — even if you don’t receive a Form W-2G from a casino or sportsbook.

Whatever your heart is telling you, go with the opposite. Oh, and bet on snacks — snacks never lose.

“Smooth Criminal” by Michael Jackson. Because I’m sliding in like a heist in progress, pretending I know what I’m doing, and fully committed to dazzling the dealer with confusion and confidence. Bonus points when I moonwalk to my seat and accidentally trip face-first into a chip tray.

Oh, you mean besides edible scratch-offs and slot machines that roast you when you lose? I’m currently developing TelepathiBet™: the world’s first thought-powered betting platform. No clicks, no chips—just pure brainwaves and bad decisions! The moment you think “maybe I should walk away,” boom — double down. It’s pure chaos and probably illegal in every country. But hey, when the future calls, I’m betting on mind games.