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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

Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ Would Decimate Professional Gamblers – Literally
July 2, 2025

Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ Would Decimate Professional Gamblers – Literally

New amendment limits deductible gambling losses to 90%. Professionals could owe taxes on nonexistent income. House-Senate showdown will determine final tax outcome. US President Donald Trump’s so-called “big, beautiful bill” would have a devasting impact...

Written by Philip Conneller
Two Hospitalized After Carbon Monoxide Forces Evacuation of Calgary Casino
July 2, 2025

Two Hospitalized After Carbon Monoxide Forces Evacuation of Calgary Casino

Two people were hospitalized after a casino carbon monoxide exposure incident Emergency crews found CO levels peaking at 215 ppm About 300 people safely evacuated from Pure Casino Calgary Two individuals were hospitalized Tuesday after...

Written by Philip Conneller
Underdog Fantasy Sues to Block Anticipated California DFS Ban
July 1, 2025

Underdog Fantasy Sues to Block Anticipated California DFS Ban

Lawsuit argues DFS is a skill game, not gambling Underdog seeks restraining order against anticipated legal opinion Company claims tribal lobbying influenced California’s AG decision Daily fantasy sports operator Underdog Fantasy has filed a lawsuit...

Written by Philip Conneller
FanDuel Prepared to Ban Bettors Who Abuse Athletes
July 1, 2025

FanDuel Prepared to Ban Bettors Who Abuse Athletes

FanDuel could ban users who abuse athletes online. AI detects gambler-driven harassment on social media. WTA pushes for more gambling industry accountability. FanDuel has become the first major gambling operator to take a stand against...

Written by Philip Conneller
Minnesota Wild Stadium Renamed Grand Casino Arena in Tribal Gaming Deal
June 30, 2025

Minnesota Wild Stadium Renamed Grand Casino Arena in Tribal Gaming Deal

Mille Lacs Band secures 14-year naming rights deal Grand Casino boosts visibility through NHL arena branding Tribal gaming partnerships rise in pro sports sponsorships The arena currently known as the Xcel Energy Center, home of...

Written by Philip Conneller
Florida Man Washed $10 Million in Drug Money Through Nevada, Mississippi Casinos
June 30, 2025

Florida Man Washed $10 Million in Drug Money Through Nevada, Mississippi Casinos

Cocaine network spanned multiple years and multiple states Casinos used to launder millions in drug proceeds Guilty plea includes asset forfeiture, possible life sentence  A Pensacola, Fla. man has pleaded guilty to federal drug trafficking...

Written by Philip Conneller
Star Casino Deal in Peril as Partners Threaten to Walk
June 30, 2025

Star Casino Deal in Peril as Partners Threaten to Walk

Star’s $50M casino deal now close to collapsing Partners may abandon Queen’s Wharf buyout agreement Star Entertainment Group’s (ASX: SGR) fight for survival has hit another snag. The embattled Australian casino operator’s partners in Brisbane’s...

Written by Philip Conneller
47 Thousand Norwegians Told They’d Won Millions as Glitch Sparks False Jackpot Frenzy
June 30, 2025

47 Thousand Norwegians Told They’d Won Millions as Glitch Sparks False Jackpot Frenzy

Norsk Tipping sent false jackpot alerts to 47K players. Coding error multiplied eurocents by 100 instead of dividing. CEO resigned after public apology for trust breach.  Thousands of Norwegians were mistakenly told they had won...

Written by Philip Conneller
Jury to Hear of Illinois Public Official’s Gambling in Overtime Fraud Case
June 28, 2025

Jury to Hear of Illinois Public Official’s Gambling in Overtime Fraud Case

Jury to weigh gambling ties in fraud allegations Prosecutors allege over $100K stolen through falsified hours Defense sought to block gambling evidence before trial A jury in Kankakee County, Ill., will hear evidence about the...

Written by Philip Conneller
WSOP Probes Millionaire Maker Final for Possible Collusion
June 27, 2025

WSOP Probes Millionaire Maker Final for Possible Collusion

Suspicious hands prompt WSOP review of final match First and second payouts withheld pending official investigation Alleged chip dumping could violate WSOP Rule 40b World Series of Poker officials said Thursday they're investigating a possible...

Written by Philip Conneller