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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

3704 stories by Philip Conneller

Maine, Wabanaki Confederation, online gaming, HP 769, commercial casinos

Maine Tribes Push for Online Casino, Poker Monopoly

Maine tribes push for exclusive online gaming rights. Casinos argue online gaming hurts land-based revenue. Bill aims to address tribal economic disadvantages. A bill that would allow Maine’s federally four recognized tribes to offer online poker and casino table games would constitute...

Philip Conneller April 2, 2025
Star Entertainment, Bally’s Corporation, Salter Brothers, casino crisis, financial rescue

Stricken Star Entertainment Turns to Bally’s After Rescue Deal Collapses

Star’s $940M rescue deal collapses Operator has one week of cash remaining Bally’s offer is $250M for 50.1% of Star Star Entertainment remains on the verge of collapse after an AU$940 million (US$592 million) deal to rescue the Australian casino giant fell...

Philip Conneller April 2, 2025
Mildred Simoneriluto, Pennsylvania Lottery, Vietnam Veterans of America, Shop n' Save Murrysville, Cash 5 Winning Ticket

PA Woman in Hunt for $2.5 Million Lottery Ticket Accidently Donated to Charity

Mildred Simoneriluto left ticket in jacket donated to charity Vietnam Veterans of America could have sent it anywhere in the world Lottery requires physical ticket to claim prize Mildred Simoneriluto is facing the race of her life. The 76-year-old from Murrysville, Pa.,...

Philip Conneller April 1, 2025
Aerion Warmsley, Na’onche Osborne, Aliante Casino, Carjacking

Aliante Car-Jacking Murder Suspect Threatened to Kill Woman Before Spree

Police say the suspect in last month's deadly shooting at Aliante Casino had made threats before the incident The suspect led police on an hours-long car chase before finally being arrested A Las Vegas man accused of shooting a former Nevada state...

Philip Conneller March 31, 2025
Michael Nolan, Western Regional OTB, whistleblower, Henry Wojtaszek, Richard Bianchi, wrongful termination

Batavia Downs Exec Fired After Blowing Whistle to FBI Settles for $550K

DOI halts casino approval, citing legal review under IGRA. Competing tribes challenge Scotts Valley’s historical land claims. Scotts Valley defends sovereignty, calls opposition ‘greedy.’ A former top executive for the Batavia Downs racetrack and casino experienced “living hell” after he blew the...

Philip Conneller March 31, 2025
Scotts Valley Band of Pomo Indians, Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation, Vallejo casino, Kletsel Dehe Band of Wintun Indians, United Auburn Indian Community

Vallejo Casino Hits Snag as DOI to ‘Reconsider’ Scotts Valley Decision

DOI halts casino approval, citing legal review under IGRA Competing tribes challenge Scotts Valley’s historical land claims Scotts Valley defends sovereignty, calls opposition ‘greedy’ The federal government has temporarily rescinded a decision by the Biden administration approving land owned by the Scotts...

Philip Conneller March 31, 2025
Cori Lynn Perkins, Ricardo Ortiz, Rio Hotel & Casino

Las Vegas Police Hunt Woman Accused of Killing Victim with Fentanyl

Police searching for suspect linked to deadly fentanyl overdose. Victim found dead; suspect stole car and went shopping. Prosecutors say suspect targets casino patrons with fentanyl scheme. Las Vegas police are looking for a woman accused of giving a man a deadly...

Philip Conneller March 28, 2025
Aliante Casino shooting, Aerion Warmsley, North Las Vegas Police Department, Boulder Highway

Aliante Casino Homicide Suspect Identified After Carjacking Spree

Suspect carjacked three vehicles, crashed, and injured multiple people Police pursued suspect exceeding 105 mph through Las Vegas streets Authorities finally arrested suspect after ramming final stolen vehicle A man suspected of shooting a person dead at the Aliante Casino led police...

Philip Conneller March 28, 2025
Sarah Huckabee Sanders, Arkansas greyhound racing ban, Southland Casino Racing, GREY2K USA, Wheeling Island Casino & Racetrack, Mardi Gras Casino & Resort

Arkansas Bans Greyhound Racing, Simulcasts

Arkansas bans greyhound racing, becoming the 44th state overall. Simulcast betting on dog races will phase out by 2028. Advocates praise law, citing cruelty and declining industry trends. Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders signed a bill Tuesday to ban greyhound racing in...

Philip Conneller March 26, 2025
Rebecca Keith Wood, Palms Casino Resort, Otis Elevator Company, Clark County District Court

Woman Sues Palms Casino After 22-Story Elevator Plunge

Rebecca Keith Wood seeks damages after elevator’s sudden plunge Palms Casino and Otis accused of negligence, safety failures Past elevator incidents highlight risks despite safety mechanisms A woman who sustained “serious injuries” when an elevator at the Palms Casino Resort fell 22...

Philip Conneller March 26, 2025