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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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4183 stories by Philip Conneller

Rincon Band Can’t Intervene in Lawsuit Sparked by Harrah’s SoCal Reopening Mid-Lockdown
February 11, 2021

Rincon Band Can’t Intervene in Lawsuit Sparked by Harrah’s SoCal Reopening Mid-Lockdown

The Rincon Band of Luiseño Indians may not intervene in a federal lawsuit brought by the former general manager of its Harrah's Southern California resort, a federal judge has ruled. Harrah's SoCal is managed for...

Written by Philip Conneller
Packer Loyalist Execs Resign from Crown Resorts After Bergin Report
February 10, 2021

Packer Loyalist Execs Resign from Crown Resorts After Bergin Report

Two James Packer loyalists have resigned from the Crown Resorts board in the wake of a damning report that leaves the Australian casino giant fighting for its gaming license in New South Wales. Michael Johnston...

Written by Philip Conneller
Desert Diamond Casino Kidnap Gang: Third Suspect Arrested in Phoenix
February 9, 2021

Desert Diamond Casino Kidnap Gang: Third Suspect Arrested in Phoenix

Police in Glendale, Arizona have arrested the third and final member of a gang suspected of posing as cops to kidnap two winning slots players from the Desert Diamond Casino, according to local reports. David...

Written by Philip Conneller
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu Pleads Not Guilty in Corruption Case Involving James Packer
February 9, 2021

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu Pleads Not Guilty in Corruption Case Involving James Packer

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pleaded not guilty to corruption charges Monday before abruptly leaving the Jerusalem District Court 20 minutes after the start of his trial. The 71-year-old is facing charges of bribery, fraud,...

Written by Philip Conneller
Crown Resorts Deemed Unsuitable to Operate $1.7 Billion Sydney Casino
February 9, 2021

Crown Resorts Deemed Unsuitable to Operate $1.7 Billion Sydney Casino

Crown Resorts is currently unfit to operate a Sydney casino. That’s the verdict of Patricia Bergin, former New South Wales Supreme Court judge and chair of a year-long inquiry into the company’s licensing suitability in...

Written by Philip Conneller
Dallas Cowboys and Mavericks, Texas Rangers Cheerleading for State Sports Betting Bill
February 8, 2021

Dallas Cowboys and Mavericks, Texas Rangers Cheerleading for State Sports Betting Bill

The NFL's Dallas Cowboys and the NBA's Mavericks, and MLB's Texas Rangers are throwing their weight behind a bill that would legalize sports betting in the Lone Star State. The Dallas Morning News reports that...

Written by Philip Conneller
Thailand Arrests High-Ranking Triad Who Laundered Drug Money at Crown Melbourne
February 8, 2021

Thailand Arrests High-Ranking Triad Who Laundered Drug Money at Crown Melbourne

A reputed triad drugs boss accused of laundering millions through the Crown Melbourne Casino’s VIP rooms was arrested in Thailand in December, authorities in the southeast Asian nation said. Lee Chung Chak is believed to...

Written by Philip Conneller
Phoenix Woman Arrested in Desert Diamond Casino Kidnap Case
February 5, 2021

Phoenix Woman Arrested in Desert Diamond Casino Kidnap Case

A Phoenix woman who is accused of helping kidnap and rob two female gamblers was arrested Tuesday following a police helicopter chase. She allegedly helped a known gang member and another accomplice outside the Desert...

Written by Philip Conneller
Trump Plaza Implosion VIP Experience Auction Raises $16,375
February 5, 2021

Trump Plaza Implosion VIP Experience Auction Raises $16,375

An auction of VIP packages to view the impending implosion of the Trump Taj Mahal generated just over $16,375 for good causes on Wednesday. As well as front-row seats (from a safe distance) for the...

Written by Philip Conneller
Triad Leader ‘Broken Tooth’ Wan Kuok Koi Sought in Malaysia for $1.4 Million Fraud
February 4, 2021

Triad Leader ‘Broken Tooth’ Wan Kuok Koi Sought in Malaysia for $1.4 Million Fraud

Authorities in Malaysia say they believe Macau gangster and VIP room owner “Broken Tooth” Wan Kuok Koi is hiding out in the country. The Straits Times reports the 65-year-old head of the 14K triads is...

Written by Philip Conneller