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Reporter: Philip Conneller

In Philip Conneller’s eight years with Casino.org, he has covered the gaming industry from Las Vegas to Macau and everything in between. He currently focuses his coverage on gaming law, white-collar crime, global money laundering, tribal gaming, politics, and regulation.

Philip was the original features editor for poker’s Bluff Magazine and editor for Bluff Europe, which he helped launch. His writing has also been featured in ESPN, Forbes, Time Out, The Sun, and The Daily Star, as well as iGaming Business, eGaming Review, and numerous other industry news and tech websites.

His news stories for Casino.org/news have been linked by The Washington Post, The Daily Mail, People Magazine, and Jimmy Fallon's Tonight Show, among many others.

Philip once won $20,000 with 7-2 off-suit. He has been reprimanded for unwittingly playing Elton John’s piano on two separate occasions on both sides of the Atlantic.

He became a writer because he is a lousy pianist.

Philip lives outside London with his wife and children, where he spends his time agonizing about Arsenal FC.

Contact Philip at philip.conneller@casino.org.

Areas of Expertise

3750 stories by Philip Conneller

TSSA, Manuel Cortes, Las Vegas trip, union expenses, financial mismanagement

Union Leaders Accused of Misusing Members’ Money on Vegas Trip

Audit reveals lavish Las Vegas spending by union chiefs Merger trip went ahead after deal was already cancelled Forensic report finds poor oversight and missing documentation Bosses of a British railway trade union are facing accusations of financial mismanagement after blowing thousands...

Philip Conneller October 22, 2025
BetMGM lawsuit, online gambling, promotional contest fraud, New Jersey casino, Consumer Fraud Act

BetMGM Moved Goalposts in Million-Dollar Slot Promo, Lawsuit Claims

Player alleges retroactive rule change favored a VIP competitor BetMGM cited terms allowing promo changes at discretion Lawsuit seeks damages under NJ Consumer Fraud Act A New Jersey resident is suing BetMGM and related casino interests, alleging that the company manipulated a...

Philip Conneller October 21, 2025
ACLU Idaho, ICE raid, illegal gambling, La Catedral Arena, excessive force

Rubber Bullets and Zip-Tied Children: FBI, ICE Accused of ‘Excessive Force’ in Idaho Racetrack Raid

ICE’s role in gambling raid sparks civil rights concerns Hundreds detained, including children, during Idaho racetrack raid FBI cancels briefing after mass arrests raise public questions The American Civil Liberties Union of Idaho (ACLU) has accused federal agents of using “excessive force”...

Philip Conneller October 21, 2025
Playtech, Evolution, Black Cube, gambling industry, smear campaign

Playtech Stock Crashes After Revelation it Orchestrated Evolution ‘Smear Campaign’

Playtech named as source of 'false' Evolution report £1.8M paid to Israeli intelligence firm Black Cube Shares plummet 34% as scandal shocks online gambling sector Evolution AB has named Playtech as the company behind an inflammatory 2021 report that accused the Swedish...

Philip Conneller October 21, 2025
Szaflarski, Chicago Outfit, Paul Koroluk, Louis Capuzi, West Dundee burglary

Chicago Outfit ‘Video Poker King’ Arrested for Burglarizing Wealthy Restaurateur

Outfit-connected burglary suspects include Casey Szaflarski and Paul Koroluk Kane County charges follow 2012 federal conviction for illegal gambling Prosecutors say burglary crew stole cash and jewelry from restaurateur A man once pegged as the Chicago Outfit’s video gambling “kingpin” has landed...

Philip Conneller October 20, 2025
Betfred, UK gambling tax, Rachel Reeves, betting shops, IPPR

Betfred Threat to Close All UK Outlets as $3.2B Tax Hike Looms

Betfred threatens closures amid proposed UK gambling tax hike. Reeves considers raising betting levies to balance public finances. Industry warns of job losses and retail betting decline. UK betting operator Betfred claims it will close all 1,287 of its retail betting outlets...

Philip Conneller October 20, 2025
Idaho raid, La Catedral Arena, illegal betting, FBI operation, PODER of Idaho

Massive Federal Raid Targets Illegal Betting, Migrants at Private Idaho Racetrack

Federal, state, and local officers raided La Catedral Arena in Idaho Track owner Ivan Tellez was arrested over illegal betting PODER of Idaho condemned migrant detentions as ‘heartbreaking’ Federal agents conducted a massive raid Sunday on a private horse racetrack in Wilder,...

Philip Conneller October 20, 2025
Grégoire Auzoux, Crésus Casino, illegal gambling France, money laundering, online casino investigation

French Poker Pro Grégoire Auzoux Arrested, Accused of Running Offshore Casino

French poker star accused of major illegal gambling operation. Crésus Casino allegedly generated nearly €1B in revenues. Authorities seized assets amid money laundering investigation. Professional poker player Grégoire Auzoux has been arrested and charged in France with operating an offshore online casino...

Philip Conneller October 18, 2025
Powerball, Edwin Castro, Altadena, Eaton Fire, wildfire recovery

$2 Billion Powerball Winner Edwin Castro Vows to Rebuild Fire-Ravaged SoCal Hometown

Lottery billionaire pledges to rebuild fire-ravaged Altadena community UCLA study reveals severe racial impact of Eaton Fire Local reactions mixed as Castro buys scorched neighborhood lots Powerball’s $2 billion winner Edwin Castro has pledged to rebuild his hometown of Altadena in Los...

Philip Conneller October 17, 2025
Trayon White bribery, MGM casino records, D.C. Council corruption, FBI investigation, political scandal

MGM Casino Records Tied to DC Councilman Bribery Case

Prosecutors move to admit MGM casino records as evidence Trayon White is accused of taking $156K in cash bribes Councilmember expelled, then re-elected amid ongoing bribery case Federal prosecutors in Washington DC are seeking court approval to introduce a huge cache of...

Philip Conneller October 17, 2025