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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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Oklahoma Tribal Casinos Latest Cyberattack Victims, Indigo Sky Reveals Breach
January 11, 2024

Oklahoma Tribal Casinos Latest Cyberattack Victims, Indigo Sky Reveals Breach

Two Oklahoma tribal casinos are the latest cyberattack victims in the US gaming industry. The Indigo Sky Casino & Resort and Outpost Casino, both in Wyandotte, this week confirmed data breaches that occurred in early...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Andrew Fonfa’s Widow Needs More Time to Conclude Husband’s Estate, Settle Lawsuits
January 11, 2024

Andrew Fonfa’s Widow Needs More Time to Conclude Husband’s Estate, Settle Lawsuits

The widow of Andrew Fonfa, the Las Vegas real estate developer who built and opened the failed Lucky Dragon casino resort, says she needs more time to settle outstanding lawsuits and wrap up her late...

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Koi Nation Rallies Support for Shiloh Resort Casino in California Wine Country
January 11, 2024

Koi Nation Rallies Support for Shiloh Resort Casino in California Wine Country

The Koi Nation of Northern California says it's fielded widespread support for its $600 million tribal casino resort in Sonoma County. The Koi Nation has faced considerable local opposition from residents and county officials, as...

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Fanatics Sportsbook and NHL Hurricanes Partner in North Carolina
January 11, 2024

Fanatics Sportsbook and NHL Hurricanes Partner in North Carolina

Fanatics Sportsbook and the NHL's North Carolina Hurricanes this week provided details on their partnership seeking a sports betting license in the Tar Heel State. North Carolina's sports betting law, signed by Gov. Roy Cooper...

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Bally’s Chicago Underwhelms, Falls Far Short of Revenue Projections
January 10, 2024

Bally’s Chicago Underwhelms, Falls Far Short of Revenue Projections

Bally's Chicago, located inside the historic Medinah Temple, is on damage control. That's after the temporary casino failed to come anywhere near its preopening revenue projections. Bally's Chicago opened on September 9 with 800 slot...

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Petersburg Casino Referendum Bill to Be Introduced in Virginia Legislature
January 10, 2024

Petersburg Casino Referendum Bill to Be Introduced in Virginia Legislature

The Virginia General Assembly convened for its 2024 legislative session on Wednesday, and later this week, a bill seeking to designate Petersburg as a qualified casino host city is expected to be filed. Petersburg wasn't...

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New York iGaming Political Ad Launched, Campaign Backed by Sportsbooks
January 10, 2024

New York iGaming Political Ad Launched, Campaign Backed by Sportsbooks

A political campaign advertisement promoting the economic benefits that legal iGaming would bring New York has been deployed in the Empire State. A 30-second advertisement airing on television and digital channels says it's time New...

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Macau Gross Gaming Revenue to Return to 82% of 2019 Level: Analysts
January 10, 2024

Macau Gross Gaming Revenue to Return to 82% of 2019 Level: Analysts

Analysts focused on Macau are anticipating a second year of COVID-19 pandemic recovery after gaming rebounded 334% last year to reach about 63% of the market's 2019 level. Gross gaming revenue (GGR) in Macau totaled...

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Detroit Casino Win Declines Nearly 3% in 2023 to $1.22B
January 9, 2024

Detroit Casino Win Declines Nearly 3% in 2023 to $1.22B

Detroit casinos ended a two-year pandemic recovery in 2023, as gross gaming revenue (GGR) at the three brick-and-mortar properties declined. The Michigan Gaming Control Board on Tuesday revealed that December win at MGM Grand Detroit,...

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Norfolk Casino Project Faces Another Setback, Design Review Delayed
January 9, 2024

Norfolk Casino Project Faces Another Setback, Design Review Delayed

The developers behind the Norfolk casino project called HeadWaters Resort & Casino have requested additional time from city officials. The request comes before presenting what is hoped to be the final construction blueprint for the...

Written by Devin O'Connor