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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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Las Vegas Airport Continues Post-Pandemic Rise, Soars to New Record
February 1, 2024

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....

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

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...

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Macau Casinos Win $2.4B, Government Claims Gaming Crimes Down
February 1, 2024

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...

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Super Bowl LVIII Will Feature Just Three Sports Betting Commercials
February 1, 2024

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...

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PGA Tour, Strategic Sports Group Confirm Providing Player Equity
January 31, 2024

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...

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Nevada Casinos Won $15.5B in 2023, Third Straight Record Year
January 31, 2024

Nevada Casinos Won $15.5B in 2023, Third Straight Record Year

Nevada casinos are fresh off their best 12 months ever. The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) revealed Wednesday that 2023 gross gaming revenue (GGR) totaled over $15.52 billion. The annual win represents a 4.6% improvement...

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LeBron James Joins DraftKings, Will Dish Weekly Football Picks Next Year
January 31, 2024

LeBron James Joins DraftKings, Will Dish Weekly Football Picks Next Year

LeBron James is teaming up with DraftKings. One of the most recognizable global sports superstars, James, 39, is in the later stages of his storied NBA career that includes four titles, four MVP awards, and...

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Wynn Resorts Concludes Steve Wynn 2019 Sexual Harassment Lawsuit
January 31, 2024

Wynn Resorts Concludes Steve Wynn 2019 Sexual Harassment Lawsuit

Wynn Resorts has formally concluded the 2019 lawsuit against the company's founder and former chairman and CEO, Steve Wynn. Nine anonymous women who worked at the company's Las Vegas casinos accused the billionaire of sexual...

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Arkansas Casino License for Pope County Has New Timeline
January 31, 2024

Arkansas Casino License for Pope County Has New Timeline

The Arkansas casino license earmarked for Pope County will likely be issued before the end of the year. That's according to an updated timeline on how the Arkansas Racing Commission (ARC) will field bids for...

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Steve Cohen, Mets Owner/NYC Casino Bidder, May Invest in PGA Tour
January 30, 2024

Steve Cohen, Mets Owner/NYC Casino Bidder, May Invest in PGA Tour

Steve Cohen -- the billionaire owner of MLB's New York Mets who wants to bring a casino to his Citi Field ballpark complex -- is reportedly part of a sports investment group prepping a $3...

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