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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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4159 stories by Philip Conneller

End of an Era: Aqueduct Racetrack Sets Final Race Day After 132 Years
June 12, 2026

End of an Era: Aqueduct Racetrack Sets Final Race Day After 132 Years

Final day of live racing set for June 28, 2026 Historic New York racetrack closing after 132-year run Belmont Park redevelopment drives shift away from Aqueduct racing Aqueduct Racetrack, one of New York City’s last...

Written by Philip Conneller
Judge Blocks Utility from Pulling Plug on Minnesota Tribal Casino Over Solar Array
June 11, 2026

Judge Blocks Utility from Pulling Plug on Minnesota Tribal Casino Over Solar Array

Judge says utility cannot disconnect tribal casino over solar dispute Prairie's Edge solar array expected to supply 30% of power Ruling could affect tribal and rural renewable energy projects A Minnesota state judge has ruled...

Written by Philip Conneller
Spanish La Liga Team Denies Using Kalshi to Hedge Against Relegation
June 10, 2026

Spanish La Liga Team Denies Using Kalshi to Hedge Against Relegation

Osasuna says it hedged relegation risk through insurance, not Kalshi Semafor report alleged Spanish club traded millions on relegation outcome Kalshi position matched insurance policy's €1.2m stake and €6m payout La Liga’s Club Atlético Osasuna...

Written by Philip Conneller
Grand Traverse Band Challenges Federal Rule That Could Shut Down Michigan Casino
June 10, 2026

Grand Traverse Band Challenges Federal Rule That Could Shut Down Michigan Casino

Michigan tribe challenges federal "one-bite rule" that could force casino closure Lawsuit seeks to overturn regulation affecting gaming on restored tribal lands Case could reshape gaming rights for restored tribes nationwide The Grand Traverse Band...

Written by Philip Conneller
MGM Grand Detroit Sued by Ex-Security Officer Who Says Cerebral Palsy Led to Firing
June 9, 2026

MGM Grand Detroit Sued by Ex-Security Officer Who Says Cerebral Palsy Led to Firing

Former security officer claims years of disability-based workplace harassment Lawsuit alleges MGM denied accommodations during critical investigation Plaintiff says casino used false allegations to justify firing A disabled former security officer at MGM Grand Detroit...

Written by Philip Conneller
World Cup Betting Data Hints at Decline in Patriotic Betting — Or Are Fans Just Getting Smarter?
June 9, 2026

World Cup Betting Data Hints at Decline in Patriotic Betting — Or Are Fans Just Getting Smarter?

England fans back Three Lions less than reputation suggests Portugal bettors show strongest home-team bias before World Cup Spain betting market appears surprisingly rational despite favorite status With just two days to go until the...

Written by Philip Conneller
Woman in $5.3M Tribal Casino Fraud Scheme Faces Revocation of U.S. Citizenship
June 9, 2026

Woman in $5.3M Tribal Casino Fraud Scheme Faces Revocation of U.S. Citizenship

DOJ seeks to revoke citizenship over concealed casino fraud role Woman laundered Miccosukee Casino scheme proceeds before naturalization Gaming machine voucher scam stole millions from tribal casino A Cuban-born woman convicted in a $5.3 million...

Written by Philip Conneller
BGC Unveils Five-Point Plan as Britain’s Illegal Gambling Market Surges
June 9, 2026

BGC Unveils Five-Point Plan as Britain’s Illegal Gambling Market Surges

BGC warns UK illegal gambling stakes could hit £33 billion Five-point plan targets ads, payments, websites and facilitators Industry group which represents over 90% of UK licensed operators says black market growth threatens consumer protections...

Written by Philip Conneller
Gunman Sentenced After Ambush Shooting Outside Long Island’s Jake’s 58
June 8, 2026

Gunman Sentenced After Ambush Shooting Outside Long Island’s Jake’s 58

Gunman sentenced to 10 years for targeted casino parking lot attack Victim survived devastating injuries despite being shot twice outside casino Lawsuit alleges Jake’s 58 owner failed to provide adequate security A Wyandanch, N.Y., resident...

Written by Philip Conneller
Prosecutors Seek 8 Years for SCOTUSblog Founder Tom Goldstein; Defense Blames Gambling Addiction
June 8, 2026

Prosecutors Seek 8 Years for SCOTUSblog Founder Tom Goldstein; Defense Blames Gambling Addiction

Federal prosecutors are seeking a top-guidelines prison sentence exceeding 8 years following Goldstein's conviction on 12 felony counts Trial records exposed a secret, high-rolling double life where Goldstein won more than $50 million in high-stakes...

Written by Philip Conneller