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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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Casino Dealer School Opens Near Atlantic City as Industry Seeks Skilled Workers
October 13, 2022

Casino Dealer School Opens Near Atlantic City as Industry Seeks Skilled Workers

A casino dealer school where future table game croupiers can hone their craft has opened just outside of Atlantic City in Pleasantville, NJ. In response to most of its classes moving online, the T. Byrd...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Mandalay Bay Convention Center Undergoing $100M Renovation
October 12, 2022

Mandalay Bay Convention Center Undergoing $100M Renovation

Big changes are in store for the Mandalay Bay Convention Center. One of the largest convention facilities in the United States -- Mandalay Bay, operated by MGM Resorts -- is set for a $100 million...

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2024 Odds Present Attractive Long Shots, Says Political Betting Insider
October 12, 2022

2024 Odds Present Attractive Long Shots, Says Political Betting Insider

The 2024 odds currently suggest a three-horse presidential race between sitting President Joe Biden, former President Donald Trump, and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R). But Matthew Shaddick, head of political markets for Smarkets, says some...

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Maryland Sports Betting Commission Publishes Scolding Public Comments
October 11, 2022

Maryland Sports Betting Commission Publishes Scolding Public Comments

The Maryland sports betting agency tasked with determining the licensing process and governing regulations for expanded gaming has taken another step. It has unveiled the public remarks it fielded during its comment period that concluded on...

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Ohio State Consensus National Championship Favorite Ahead of Busy Week 7
October 11, 2022

Ohio State Consensus National Championship Favorite Ahead of Busy Week 7

Six weeks into the college football season, Ohio State has emerged as the consensus favorite to win the 2022 College Football Playoff (CFP) National Championship. Though the SEC holds four of the top 10 spots...

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Oklahoma Casino Implements Gun Detection Software to Thwart Threats
October 11, 2022

Oklahoma Casino Implements Gun Detection Software to Thwart Threats

An Oklahoma tribal casino has contracted an artificial intelligence (AI) software company that promises to be able to more quickly pinpoint a potential shooter. The River Spirit Casino in Tulsa is teaming up with ZeroEyes,...

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Caesars Entertainment Reveals Diversity Hiring Progress
October 11, 2022

Caesars Entertainment Reveals Diversity Hiring Progress

Caesars Entertainment is moving towards achieving its minority and racial/ethnic hiring goals targeted for implementation by 2025. That's the claim the casino company's latest "Corporate Social Responsibility" report shows. Caesars is one of the world's...

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Penn Entertainment Bringing Hollywood Casino Riverboats Ashore in Illinois
October 10, 2022

Penn Entertainment Bringing Hollywood Casino Riverboats Ashore in Illinois

Penn Entertainment is bringing its Hollywood Casino riverboats in Illinois inland. It's part of an $850 million investment spree from the Pennsylvania-headquartered casino operator. Penn, formerly Penn National Gaming until the organization's rebranding earlier this...

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Midterm Election Odds Favor Split Congress, President Biden’s Reelection Chances Improve
October 10, 2022

Midterm Election Odds Favor Split Congress, President Biden’s Reelection Chances Improve

The November 2022 midterm election is only four weeks out, and with voters solidifying who they will cast their votes for, political bettors are hoping to make an easy buck off the outcome. The recent...

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Macau Casino Stocks Tumble as COVID-19 Infections Detected in Neighboring Zhuhai
October 10, 2022

Macau Casino Stocks Tumble as COVID-19 Infections Detected in Neighboring Zhuhai

Macau casino stocks are trading significantly lower Monday. That's after newly confirmed COVID-19 cases were detected in nearby Zhuhai just hours after the casino hub wrapped up China's National Day Golden Week. The weeklong annual...

Written by Devin O'Connor