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Devin O'Connor

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

Devin came on board with Casino.org in 2014. He lives in Arlington, Va.

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Thailand Could Consider Casino Resort in Songkhla Near Malaysia Border
May 23, 2024

Thailand Could Consider Casino Resort in Songkhla Near Malaysia Border

The odds continue to shorten that Thailand will join the many other countries in Southeast Asia that have legalized commercial casino resorts. At least one province is already announcing its candidacy for such an entertainment...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Florida Tribal Casino Expanding Smoking Area Due to Customer Demand
May 22, 2024

Florida Tribal Casino Expanding Smoking Area Due to Customer Demand

While efforts to extinguish casino smoking linger in state capitals across the country, a tribal casino in Florida is opening a new space where smokers will be allowed to light up and gamble 24 hours...

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Las Vegas Sands’ Dr. Miriam Adelson Contributes $9M to Texas Campaigns
May 22, 2024

Las Vegas Sands’ Dr. Miriam Adelson Contributes $9M to Texas Campaigns

Dr. Miriam Adelson, the 78-year-old worth an estimated $30 billion and the controlling shareholder of Las Vegas Sands following the death of her late husband is ramping up her political spending. However, her deep pockets...

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West Flagler Files Response in Florida Sports Betting Case Before Supreme Court
May 22, 2024

West Flagler Files Response in Florida Sports Betting Case Before Supreme Court

West Flagler Associates this week filed its reply brief in its lawsuit against the US federal government challenging its approval of Florida's online sports betting pact with the Seminole Tribe. Attorneys representing West Flagler, which...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Quezon City Mayor Bans Government Employees From Solaire North Casino
May 22, 2024

Quezon City Mayor Bans Government Employees From Solaire North Casino

Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte on Monday announced her decision to exclude all city employees from accessing the soon-to-be-opened Solaire Resort North casino. Bloomberry Resorts invested $1 billion in expanding its Manila gaming footprint with...

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Massachusetts Sportsbooks Skip State Gaming Commission Roundtable
May 21, 2024

Massachusetts Sportsbooks Skip State Gaming Commission Roundtable

Massachusetts' six online sports betting operators opted to sit out Tuesday's regulatory roundtable discussion regarding how sportsbooks limit patrons.   The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) is seeking information about how and when sportsbooks decide to...

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Louisiana Riverboat Gaming Revenue Sinks in April on Difficult Comparable
May 21, 2024

Louisiana Riverboat Gaming Revenue Sinks in April on Difficult Comparable

Louisiana riverboat gaming and revenue at the state's brick-and-mortar casino and slots facilities sunk significantly in April, as the month faced a difficult year-over-year comparison. The Louisiana Gaming Control Board (LGCB) this week revealed that...

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Bally’s Asks Rhode Island Officials for Higher Casino Credit Limits
May 21, 2024

Bally’s Asks Rhode Island Officials for Higher Casino Credit Limits

Rhode Island-based Bally's Corporation is seeking the freedom to issue larger credit lines to its high rollers. Bally's operates Rhode Island's two commercial casino resorts. Bally's Twin River Lincoln and Bally's Tiverton operate slot-like video...

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Former Sex Toys and Lingerie Store Could Become Casino
May 21, 2024

Former Sex Toys and Lingerie Store Could Become Casino

A former retail store in the United Kingdom that sold sex toys and lingerie could become a casino room with slot machines, bingo, and sports betting. Ann Summers, a British retailer that specializes in gifts...

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Harrah’s Columbus Opens in Nebraska, Slots Player Hits Jackpot
May 20, 2024

Harrah’s Columbus Opens in Nebraska, Slots Player Hits Jackpot

Harrah's and Caesars Entertainment late last week made history by opening the first permanent casino in Nebraska's history. Harrah's Columbus, NE, Racing & Casino, the $100 million gaming and horse racetrack destination, opened its doors...

Written by Devin O'Connor