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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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Cal Neva Casino Resort To Be Renovated and Rebranded
April 3, 2026

Cal Neva Casino Resort To Be Renovated and Rebranded

A real estate investment firm is planning a substantial makeover of the Cal Neva The plan includes rebranding the Cal Neva to the Lake Tahoe Proper Resort and Casino The historic Cal Neva Resort Hotel...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Pittsburgh Casino To Charge $550 To Park During NFL Draft Amid High Demand
April 3, 2026

Pittsburgh Casino To Charge $550 To Park During NFL Draft Amid High Demand

The special event pricing comes during the 2026 NFL Draft The four-day parking pass is a steal, casino reps claim Demand is reportedly high despite the three-figure charge Rivers Casino Pittsburgh is charging over $553.11...

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Northern Virginia Lawmakers Call For Tysons Casino Bill Veto
April 3, 2026

Northern Virginia Lawmakers Call For Tysons Casino Bill Veto

State lawmakers representing Fairfax hope the governor vetoes Senate Bill 756 The legislation seeks to allow a casino in Tysons Lawmakers representing Northern Virginia are calling on Gov. Abigail Spanberger (D) to veto legislation on...

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Poll: NJ Voters Still Oppose Casinos Outside Atlantic City
April 3, 2026

Poll: NJ Voters Still Oppose Casinos Outside Atlantic City

A poll suggests that New Jersey voters don't want more casinos New Jersey voters rejected a statewide referendum in 2016 to allow casinos outside of Atlantic City A new poll from Fairleigh Dickinson University (FDU)...

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Louisiana Lawmakers Swerve Prop Bets Block Amid Tax Revenue Concerns
April 2, 2026

Louisiana Lawmakers Swerve Prop Bets Block Amid Tax Revenue Concerns

Prop bets on pro sports are staying in Louisiana Lawmakers learned that the state benefits greatly from tax revenue generated by props Louisiana is home to retail and online sports betting Lawmakers in Louisiana have...

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Kalshi Taps Former Democrat Strategist and Obama Staffer as Policy Advisor
April 2, 2026

Kalshi Taps Former Democrat Strategist and Obama Staffer as Policy Advisor

Kalshi has tapped Stephanie Cutter as a policy advisor Cutter is a DC insider with deep ties to Democratic leaders Donald Trump Jr. is also a Kalshi advisor Kalshi has named a former campaign manager...

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CFTC Pledges Crackdown on Prediction Markets Insider Trading
April 1, 2026

CFTC Pledges Crackdown on Prediction Markets Insider Trading

Prediction markets licensed and regulated by the CFTC must work to eradicate insider trading Enforcement Director takes insider trading "extremely seriously" Limiting insider trading on prediction markets is a primary concern at the CFTC The...

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Japan Casino Bidding Period To Resume in May 2027
April 1, 2026

Japan Casino Bidding Period To Resume in May 2027

Japan will reopen bidding for casino licenses in May 2027, ending in November 2027 The country can grant two additional gaming concessions MGM Osaka is scheduled to open in 2030 Japan is set to resume...

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Predictstreet Secures Gibraltar License As FIFA World Cup Looms
April 1, 2026

Predictstreet Secures Gibraltar License As FIFA World Cup Looms

The Government of Gibraltar has licensed its first prediction market Predictstreet is a forthcoming prediction market focused on the 2026 FIFA World Cup Gibraltar is a haven for online gaming businesses Gibraltar has licensed its...

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Macau’s March Beats Estimates as Casino Win Jumps 15%
April 1, 2026

Macau’s March Beats Estimates as Casino Win Jumps 15%

Macau experienced a strong March, as casino revenue hit $2.8 billion The month marked Macau's third-best gaming month since 2019 Premium mass players are betting more, analysts say March in Macau surpassed analyst expectations for...

Written by Devin O'Connor