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Reporter: Devin O'Connor

Devin O'Connor is a senior reporter for Casino.org, covering politics, casino business, entertainment and gaming news on the East Coast.

Devin's passion for politics and background in the world of pop culture television gives him insight into the gaming industry backstories that often drive news these days.

After graduating from Penn State University with a theater arts degree, he worked at MTV Networks/Viacom from 2005 to 2010 as a writer and producer. His credits included Total Request Live, New Year's Eve specials, and a special featuring poker superstar Daniel Negreanu.

He later moved on to the HGTV/DIY Network, where he created, wrote, and produced three series specials: That's So House Hunters, That's So 80s, and That's So 90s.

Devin came on board with Casino.org in 2014. He lives in Pennsylvania and is an avid marathoner, having completed 15 races.

Contact Devin at devin.oconnor@casino.org.

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7578 stories by Devin O'Connor

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Ohio Casino Revenue Sets Annual Record, Gaming Win Climbs to $2.38B

Ohio casinos and racinos last year won more money from players than ever before. According to newly released data from the Ohio Casino Control Commission and Ohio Lottery, which respectively regulate the state's four land-based commercial casinos and seven racinos, gross gaming...

Devin O'Connor February 2, 2024
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Skillz v. AviaGames Lawsuit Begins Today in US Federal Court

Skillz's federal lawsuit initiated in April 2021 against rival competitor AviaGames begins its trial today in Northern California's US District Court. Skillz alleges copyright infringement on claims that AviaGames stole its technology and copied its games. The lawsuit additionally contends that Avia...

Devin O'Connor February 2, 2024
Virginia Fairfax casino David Marsden

Fairfax Casino Bill Shelved Until 2025, Economic Impact Study to Be Completed

The Fairfax casino bill pushed by state Sen. David Marsden (D-Fairfax) has been shelved until at least 2025. The Senate Finance & Appropriations Resources Subcommittee voted 4-0 on Thursday to carry the bill over to next year's session. Sen. Louise Lucas (D-Portsmouth),...

Devin O'Connor February 2, 2024
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Kansas Casino Bill Filed to Extinguish Indoor Tobacco Smoking

Kansas casino smoking could soon be extinguished if a bipartisan group of state lawmakers get their way. House Bill 2622 was introduced this week by Reps. Owen Donohoe (R-Shawnee), David Buehler (R-Lansing), Sydney Carlin (D-Manhattan), Ford Carr (D-Wichita), and Dennis Highberger (D-Lawrence)....

Devin O'Connor February 2, 2024
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Nongaming Amenities Critical to Lure Millennials, Hard Rock Leads

Nongaming amenities, new research finds, are critical to attracting millennials and Gen Z resort guests. LaneTerralever, a Phoenix-based marketing agency, surveyed more than 1,500 people in the U.S. age 21 to 75. The query was to gauge how they go about deciding...

Devin O'Connor February 2, 2024
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Las Vegas Airport Continues Post-Pandemic Rise, Soars to New Record

Las Vegas was bustling last year, as 40.8 million people visited the casino town. The city's primary airport, Harry Reid International, served many of the travelers, as the airport reported record passenger numbers this week. A statement from the primary commercial airport...

Devin O'Connor February 1, 2024
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Mohegan Inspire to Open With Just 374 Slots and 150 Table Games

Mohegan Inspire Entertainment Resort at Incheon International Airport in South Korea will open its casino floor this Saturday, February 3. But slots players might be a bit underwhelmed at the initial allotment of machines. Inspire opened its resort on November 30. The...

Devin O'Connor February 1, 2024
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Macau Casinos Win $2.4B, Government Claims Gaming Crimes Down

Macau casinos reported gross gaming revenue (GGR) of MOP19.33 billion (US$2.4 billion) in January 2024, a 67% year-over-year surge and 4.1% better than in December. Macau's strong start to the new year was the Chinese casino enclave's second-best month post-COVID-19. Only one...

Devin O'Connor February 1, 2024
Las Vegas Super Bowl LVIII sports betting

Super Bowl LVIII Will Feature Just Three Sports Betting Commercials

Super Bowl LVIII will be played on Sunday, February 11, in the gambling capital of the world, Las Vegas. But the big game will feature just three commercials promoting sports betting. With the cost of a 30-second commercial at about $7 million,...

Devin O'Connor February 1, 2024
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PGA Tour, Strategic Sports Group Confirm Providing Player Equity

The PGA Tour and Strategic Sports Group have confirmed their partnership in a deal that will see several billionaires inject up to $3 billion in funds into a newly formed commercial enterprise. PGA Tour Enterprises was formed after the tour engaged LIV...

Devin O'Connor January 31, 2024