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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.

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4165 stories by Philip Conneller

34 Men Missing: Interpol Issues Red Notice for Gambling Tycoon Atong Ang
April 17, 2026

34 Men Missing: Interpol Issues Red Notice for Gambling Tycoon Atong Ang

Interpol issues red notice as Atong Ang evades arrest Dozens of sabungeros vanished amid allegations of match-fixing and murder Searches in Taal Lake uncover remains but no confirmed identities Interpol has issued a red notice...

Written by Philip Conneller
North Fork Rancheria Vows to Open New Casino Despite State Supreme Court Blow
April 17, 2026

North Fork Rancheria Vows to Open New Casino Despite State Supreme Court Blow

North Fork Rancheria continues casino construction despite California court setback Federal approvals cited as tribe challenges state authority over gaming rights Voter rejection and rival tribes fuel ongoing legal and political fight The North Fork...

Written by Philip Conneller
Billionaire Richard Desmond Loses Massive £1.3bn Lottery Battle
April 17, 2026

Billionaire Richard Desmond Loses Massive £1.3bn Lottery Battle

High Court throws out Desmond’s £1.3bn National Lottery claim Judge criticizes “inexcusable” errors and shifting legal arguments Allwyn license decision upheld as lawful despite Desmond challenge A London High Court judge has tossed a £1.3...

Written by Philip Conneller
Landmark EU Court Ruling in Lottoland Case Could Trigger Waves of Player Refund Claims
April 17, 2026

Landmark EU Court Ruling in Lottoland Case Could Trigger Waves of Player Refund Claims

EU countries can ban online gambling despite foreign licenses Players may reclaim losses from cross-border gambling services Ruling limits market access for Malta and Gibraltar-based operators The European Court of Justice (ECJ) has ruled that...

Written by Philip Conneller
Indiana Man Faces Life Sentence for Deadly Portside Pub Mass Shooting
April 16, 2026

Indiana Man Faces Life Sentence for Deadly Portside Pub Mass Shooting

Prosecutors seek life sentence after deadly Indiana bar shooting Gunman opened fire after losing thousands at nearby casino Two killed, three injured in Portside Pub attack An Indiana man whose losing session at the Horseshoe...

Written by Philip Conneller
Massachusetts Man Charged in Massive Dogfighting And Gambling Ring
April 16, 2026

Massachusetts Man Charged in Massive Dogfighting And Gambling Ring

Federal case links dogfighting operation to organized illegal gambling activity Investigators uncover years of fight planning, betting and coordination Searches reveal dogs, equipment and alleged evidence of cruelty Federal investigators say an underground gambling network...

Written by Philip Conneller
Vallejo Approves Controversial Tribal Casino Despite Federal Review
April 16, 2026

Vallejo Approves Controversial Tribal Casino Despite Federal Review

Vallejo backs preview casino despite ongoing federal eligibility review Local tribes challenge land claim and allege flawed federal approval Temporary casino to proceed while $700m resort faces uncertainty The Scotts Valley Band of Pomo Indians...

Written by Philip Conneller
Predictstreet Under Fire: FIFA Partner’s “Record Timing” License Probed
April 16, 2026

Predictstreet Under Fire: FIFA Partner’s “Record Timing” License Probed

FIFA partner Predictstreet launched without functioning markets or active users Gibraltar granted licence in “record timing” despite industry concerns Leadership links to Qatargate raise fresh scrutiny over regulatory oversight Gibraltar’s licensing authority has defended its...

Written by Philip Conneller
Hong Kong Scraps Basketball Betting Plan Over Prediction Market Fears
April 14, 2026

Hong Kong Scraps Basketball Betting Plan Over Prediction Market Fears

Hong Kong halts basketball betting rollout amid prediction market concerns Government fears legalization may unintentionally boost illegal gambling activity Lawmakers surprised as Beijing influence speculation emerges behind sudden pause Hong Kong’s plan to legalize basketball...

Written by Philip Conneller
Billion-Pound Jackpots Arrive: Powerball Makes Historic Move to the UK
April 14, 2026

Billion-Pound Jackpots Arrive: Powerball Makes Historic Move to the UK

Powerball launches in UK, introducing billion-pound uncapped jackpots UK winners receive tax-free prizes paid over 30 years Major Lotto overhaul set to double number of UK millionaires Powerball, America’s biggest jackpot game, is making the...

Written by Philip Conneller