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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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4204 stories by Philip Conneller

La jueza desestima la demanda tribal contra las salas de juego de California
October 14, 2025

La jueza desestima la demanda tribal contra las salas de juego de California

La jueza dictamina que la ley federal prevalece sobre la Ley de Justicia Tribal de California. Las tribus fracasan en su intento de impugnar los “juegos de California” de las salas de juego. La sentencia...

Written by Philip Conneller
Ex magnate del porno exige 1.300 millones de libras a la UKGC por una licitación fallida de la Lotería Nacional
October 14, 2025

Ex magnate del porno exige 1.300 millones de libras a la UKGC por una licitación fallida de la Lotería Nacional

Desmond acusa a la Comisión del Juego del Reino Unido (UKGC) de manejo injusto en la Lotería Nacional. La demanda podría costar a los contribuyentes más de 1.300 millones de libras. La adjudicación a Allwyn...

Written by Philip Conneller
Ex-Porn Baron Wants £1.3 Billion from UKGC Over Failed Lottery Bid
October 14, 2025

Ex-Porn Baron Wants £1.3 Billion from UKGC Over Failed Lottery Bid

Richard Desmond accuses UKGC of unfair National Lottery handling Lawsuit could cost taxpayers more than £1.3 billion Allwyn’s win faces renewed legal and public scrutiny Ex-porn baron Richard Desmond wants £1.3 billion (US$1.58 billion) in...

Written by Philip Conneller
Judge Torpedoes Tribal Lawsuit Against California Cardrooms
October 13, 2025

Judge Torpedoes Tribal Lawsuit Against California Cardrooms

Judge rules federal law overrides California’s Tribal Justice Act. Tribes lose bid to challenge cardrooms’ “California games.” Ruling renews decades-long gambling fight between tribes and cardrooms. A California Superior Court judge has dashed a legal...

Written by Philip Conneller
‘Attitude Stinks:’ Ainsworth CEO Resigns After Slapdown from Nevada Regulators
October 13, 2025

‘Attitude Stinks:’ Ainsworth CEO Resigns After Slapdown from Nevada Regulators

Nevada regulators accuse Ainsworth boss of arrogance, deception CEO’s conduct, secrecy, and evasive answers spark outrage Resignation follows harsh rebuke from gaming board members Harald Neumann resigned Monday as the CEO of Australian gaming machine...

Written by Philip Conneller
Florida Man’s Scratch-Off Scheme Backfires Spectacularly
October 10, 2025

Florida Man’s Scratch-Off Scheme Backfires Spectacularly

Florida man accused of stealing $7,000 in scratch-offs Suspect allegedly tried cashing stolen tickets at same shop Later held up 7-Eleven, police say As far as “Florida man” oddball arrest stories go, police say this...

Written by Philip Conneller
Rece Davis’ Foot in Mouth Sees PENN Sports Interactive Fined $15K
October 10, 2025

Rece Davis’ Foot in Mouth Sees PENN Sports Interactive Fined $15K

MGC fines PENN $15K for ESPN “risk-free” remark Davis’ betting joke violates Massachusetts advertising regulations PENN held accountable for ESPN BET broadcast language ESPN anchor Rece Davis has landed PENN Sports Interactive (PSI) in trouble...

Written by Philip Conneller
Best Online Casino Stories of the Week: News Roundup
October 10, 2025

Best Online Casino Stories of the Week: News Roundup

LVS drops its digital arm Montana gets tough on online gambling US casino giant Las Vegas Sands Corp’s (LVS) flirtation with online gambling ended this week, as the company pulled the plug on its digital...

Written by Philip Conneller
Poker Pro George Janssen Wins Tournament Amid Bizarre Fraud, Kidnapping Case
October 9, 2025

Poker Pro George Janssen Wins Tournament Amid Bizarre Fraud, Kidnapping Case

Poker champ wins Michigan tournament while awaiting fraud sentencing Janssen’s alleged kidnapping adds intrigue to financial crime saga Prosecutors say $3.9M fraud scheme funded auto-loan deception George Janssen, the poker player at the center of...

Written by Philip Conneller
British Tycoon Appeals £1.5M Gambling Loss Case Against Betfair
October 9, 2025

British Tycoon Appeals £1.5M Gambling Loss Case Against Betfair

High Court dismissed Gibson’s £1.5M Betfair gambling loss case. Appeal claims Betfair ignored signs of excessive gambling behavior. Case could redefine betting firms’ duty of care obligations. A British property tycoon who failed in his...

Written by Philip Conneller