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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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4173 stories by Philip Conneller

Court Rejects $1.2 Million Abilify Compulsive Gambling, Shopping Lawsuit
July 9, 2025

Court Rejects $1.2 Million Abilify Compulsive Gambling, Shopping Lawsuit

A woman claimed Abilify caused uncontrollable gambling and shopping. Judge ruled no proven link between drug and behavior. Health Canada had warned of rare compulsive side effects. A British Columbia Supreme Court judge has dismissed...

Written by Philip Conneller
Thailand Issues Arrest Warrant for Cambodia Casino Tycoon Kok An
July 8, 2025

Thailand Issues Arrest Warrant for Cambodia Casino Tycoon Kok An

Thai police raid Kok An-linked sites in nationwide crackdown Crown Casino tied to regional trafficking and scam operations Arrest warrant strains already tense Thai-Cambodian relations Thai authorities have issued an arrest warrant for Kok An,...

Written by Philip Conneller
Court Denies Aristocrat’s Request to Probe Plaintiffs’ Gambling Disorders
July 8, 2025

Court Denies Aristocrat’s Request to Probe Plaintiffs’ Gambling Disorders

Judge denies early inquiry into plaintiffs' gambling health. Aristocrat sought sensitive info ahead of mediation. Ruling protects vulnerable users from self-diagnosis risk. A federal judge in Australia has refused a request by gaming giant Aristocrat...

Written by Philip Conneller
Philippine Gambling Boss Accused of Cockfight Kidnappings Sues Whistleblower
July 8, 2025

Philippine Gambling Boss Accused of Cockfight Kidnappings Sues Whistleblower

Whistleblower claims over 100 sabungeros dumped in lake Ang denies involvement, files extortion complaint against ex-staff DOJ weighing whistleblower role as potential state witness A Philippine gambling tycoon accused of complicity in the disappearance of...

Written by Philip Conneller
Star Wins Queen’s Wharf Reprieve But Investors Eye Rivals
July 7, 2025

Star Wins Queen’s Wharf Reprieve But Investors Eye Rivals

Star extends Queen’s Wharf exit deal to July 2025 Bally’s rescue deal threatened by potential AUSTRAC penalties Liquidity crisis deepens amid AML breaches and investor tensions Star Entertainment Group (ASX: SGR) has reached a last-minute...

Written by Philip Conneller
Jimmy Hoffa Disappearance Solved? Teamsters President ‘Killer to be Named’
July 7, 2025

Jimmy Hoffa Disappearance Solved? Teamsters President ‘Killer to be Named’

Mafia ties and Teamsters funds linked Hoffa to Vegas Hoffa vanished in 1975 after mob “peace meeting” Experts claim they’ll name killer in July 23 reveal One of the most enduring mysteries of modern American...

Written by Philip Conneller
‘Psycho’ Romance Scammer Locked Up for Life
July 4, 2025

‘Psycho’ Romance Scammer Locked Up for Life

Romance conman faked cancer, stole from online dates Judge declares scammer a "dangerous offender" for life Fraud funded compulsive gambling and luxury lifestyle lies  A prolific romance scammer with psychopathic tendencies and a longstanding gambling...

Written by Philip Conneller
California AG Declares DFS Illegal, Gov. Newsom Begs to Differ
July 3, 2025

California AG Declares DFS Illegal, Gov. Newsom Begs to Differ

Bonta says DFS contests qualify as illegal sports betting. Newsom rejects AG opinion, urges collaborative legal solution. DraftKings, PrizePicks already face DFS-related legal challenges. California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued a formal legal opinion Thursday...

Written by Philip Conneller
Gamblers Lose Big as Trump’s First Major Bill Passed
July 3, 2025

Gamblers Lose Big as Trump’s First Major Bill Passed

New tax rule penalizes gamblers even when they break even Gamblers lose key deduction under Trump’s economic overhaul Amendment may push players to unregulated offshore markets The US House of Representatives approved Donald Trump’s sprawling...

Written by Philip Conneller
Resorts World Master Cook Wrongly Fired for Abusing Bacon
July 3, 2025

Resorts World Master Cook Wrongly Fired for Abusing Bacon

Judge rules chef fired over bacon was retaliated against No footage or witnesses supported bacon box accusation Cook filed food safety complaints before sudden dismissal A former master cook at Resorts World Las Vegas who...

Written by Philip Conneller