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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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6091 stories by Devin O'Connor

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North Carolina Sportsbooks Open, Caesars Begins Taking Online Bets

North Carolina sportsbooks are officially open for online registration. The North Carolina State Lottery Commission -- which is responsible for issuing commercial and tribal online sports betting licenses and for regulating their operations -- announced on Thursday that eight sportsbook operators have...

Devin O'Connor March 1, 2024
Macau casino revenue China New Year

Macau Casino Revenue Down, February Gaming Win Totals $2.29B

Macau casino revenue totaled MOP18.46 billion (US$2.29 billion) in February. Despite a strong Chinese New Year holiday at the region's casinos, the only place in China where slot machines and table games are allowed, February came in short of analyst expectations. Analysts...

Devin O'Connor March 1, 2024
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Maryland iGaming Opposed By Most State Residents: Poll

A new poll commissioned by a group opposed to online casino gambling in Maryland finds inadequate support to pass a ballot referendum authorizing iGaming this November. The Maryland Retailers Alliance (MRA) lobbies lawmakers in Annapolis on behalf of retail businesses. The organization...

Devin O'Connor February 29, 2024
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Las Vegas Strip Casino Revenue Slows, Follows 2024 National Trend

In January 2024, Las Vegas Strip casinos experienced their first monthly revenue decline since June 2023. But Nevada casinos elsewhere made up the difference to still post a gain to kick off the new year. The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) reported...

Devin O'Connor February 29, 2024
Resorts World New York City Genting

Resorts World New York City Unveils $5B Full Casino License Plan

Resorts World New York City is among a crowded bidding pool trying to land one of New York's three downstate casino licenses. That would that permit Las Vegas-style slot machines, table games, and sports betting. Resorts World NYC is a racino that...

Devin O'Connor February 29, 2024
Bloomberry Resorts Jeju Sun South Korea

Bloomberry Resorts Shopping Jeju Sun Hotel Casino in South Korea

Bloomberry Resorts in the Philippines is shopping its Jeju Sun Hotel & Casino in South Korea. In a regulatory filing with the Philippine Stock Exchange, Bloomberry informed the market that it's "open to the possibility of selling" the boutique resort casino on...

Devin O'Connor February 29, 2024
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Florida Passes Bill Increasing Penalties for Illegal Gambling Operations

The Florida Senate on Wednesday passed legislation that would greatly increase the criminal penalties levied against those who are found guilty of operating illegal gambling activities. In what's another crackdown on illegal and grey gaming throughout the Sunshine State, the legislature's upper...

Devin O'Connor February 28, 2024
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Resorts World Genting Shutters Two Casinos at Malaysia Resort

Resorts World Genting in Malaysia has closed two of its three casinos at the sprawling integrated resort in the Titiwangsa Mountains. The Resorts World Genting website quietly removed information regarding the Circus Palace and Hollywood casinos on Wednesday, February 28. A notice...

Devin O'Connor February 28, 2024
Hard Rock Atlantic City casino resort

Hard Rock Atlantic City Continues Annual Bonus for Team Members

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City is again thanking its thousands of team members for another successful year. The Boardwalk casino resort owned and operated by Hard Rock International, a fully owned subsidiary of the Seminole Tribe of Florida, announced $10...

Devin O'Connor February 28, 2024
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Fanatics Sportsbook Expands to Indiana, Commerce Unit Has Layoffs

Fanatics Sportsbook launched its online sports betting product in Indiana on Tuesday. The Hoosier State marks the 14th sports betting state entry for the mobile wagering platform controlled by the sportswear giant. Fanatics Sportsbook operates under Fanatics Betting and Gaming, the retail...

Devin O'Connor February 28, 2024