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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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4307 stories by Philip Conneller

Union Leaders Accused of Misusing Members’ Money on Vegas Trip
October 22, 2025

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...

Written by Philip Conneller
BetMGM Moved Goalposts in Million-Dollar Slot Promo, Lawsuit Claims
October 21, 2025

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...

Written by Philip Conneller
Rubber Bullets and Zip-Tied Children: FBI, ICE Accused of ‘Excessive Force’ in Idaho Racetrack Raid
October 21, 2025

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...

Written by Philip Conneller
Playtech Stock Crashes After Revelation it Orchestrated Evolution ‘Smear Campaign’
October 21, 2025

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...

Written by Philip Conneller
Chicago Outfit ‘Video Poker King’ Arrested for Burglarizing Wealthy Restaurateur
October 20, 2025

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...

Written by Philip Conneller
Betfred Threat to Close All UK Outlets as $3.2B Tax Hike Looms
October 20, 2025

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...

Written by Philip Conneller
Massive Federal Raid Targets Illegal Betting, Migrants at Private Idaho Racetrack
October 20, 2025

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...

Written by Philip Conneller
French Poker Pro Grégoire Auzoux Arrested, Accused of Running Offshore Casino
October 18, 2025

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...

Written by Philip Conneller
$2 Billion Powerball Winner Edwin Castro Vows to Rebuild Fire-Ravaged SoCal Hometown
October 17, 2025

$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...

Written by Philip Conneller
MGM Casino Records Tied to DC Councilman Bribery Case
October 17, 2025

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...

Written by Philip Conneller