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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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Hard Rock Northern Indiana Donates $3M to Downtown Gary Revitalization
April 1, 2024

Hard Rock Northern Indiana Donates $3M to Downtown Gary Revitalization

Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana has made a $3 million donation to the City of Gary to help revitalize the downtown area. Gary Mayor Eddie Melton and Matt Schuffert, president of the Hard Rock casino,...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Macau Casino Win Tops Expectations, Gaming Revenue Climbs to $2.42B
April 1, 2024

Macau Casino Win Tops Expectations, Gaming Revenue Climbs to $2.42B

The Macau Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau reported Monday that the enclave's casinos won MOP19.5 billion (US$2.42 billion) from gamblers in March. March 2024 marked a more than 53% year-over-year boost and was 5.5% better...

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Saipan Casino Auction Includes Rolls-Royce Cars, Swarovski Crystal Dragons
March 29, 2024

Saipan Casino Auction Includes Rolls-Royce Cars, Swarovski Crystal Dragons

An auction of assets owned by the bankrupt and shuttered Imperial Pacific Resort Hotel in Saipan is underway, and there are currently some deals for the taking. Imperial Pacific International (IPI) remains in a legal...

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Winning Sports Bettors Being Limited Comes Into Focus in Massachusetts
March 29, 2024

Winning Sports Bettors Being Limited Comes Into Focus in Massachusetts

Sports bettors who win more than they should in the eyes of oddsmakers are often limited or even banned from continuing to wager. It's a practice that most legal sports betting states permit, but gaming...

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Feds Encourage Court to Consider Atlantic City Casino Hotel Pricing Lawsuit
March 29, 2024

Feds Encourage Court to Consider Atlantic City Casino Hotel Pricing Lawsuit

The federal government is encouraging the United States District Court of New Jersey to accept litigation against several Atlantic City casino hotels. The request is based on allegations that the resorts conspired to increase their...

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Georgia Sports Betting Efforts Fail Again in Atlanta Capital
March 29, 2024

Georgia Sports Betting Efforts Fail Again in Atlanta Capital

Georgia will remain free of sports betting for the foreseeable future. The odds of sports gambling finding favor in the General Assembly seemed optimistic earlier this year. The body has been historically opposed to nearly...

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Nevada Gaming Revenue Sets February Record, Casino Win Tops $1.3B
March 28, 2024

Nevada Gaming Revenue Sets February Record, Casino Win Tops $1.3B

Nevada gaming revenue reached new highs in February, as the Super Bowl, Chinese New Year, and a bonus day because of the leap year combined to create an unforgettable month. The Nevada Gaming Control Board...

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Mississippi Casino Project in East Biloxi in Jeopardy, Jackson Gaming Bill Rescinded
March 28, 2024

Mississippi Casino Project in East Biloxi in Jeopardy, Jackson Gaming Bill Rescinded

It was a busy week in the Mississippi State Capitol regarding gaming matters. One powerful lawmaker proposed allowing a commercial casino resort in Jackson, while other legislation stands to block a proposed $300 million gaming...

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Pennsylvania Skill Games Host Business Sues Philadelphia for Ban Proposal
March 27, 2024

Pennsylvania Skill Games Host Business Sues Philadelphia for Ban Proposal

A convenience store in Philadelphia that has a so-called skill gaming machine has filed a lawsuit against the city. It contends the local government's intention is to prohibit the controversial grey gaming terminals in most...

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Responsible Online Gaming Association Founded by iGaming, Sportsbook Leaders
March 27, 2024

Responsible Online Gaming Association Founded by iGaming, Sportsbook Leaders

A trade organization committed to strengthening protections to combat problem gambling online has been formed by several industry leaders. Officials with the Responsible Online Gaming Association (ROGA) told Casino.org on Wednesday that its founding members...

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