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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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The Venetian, Palazzo Las Vegas Employees to Participate in ‘Value Creation’
March 2, 2022

The Venetian, Palazzo Las Vegas Employees to Participate in ‘Value Creation’

Workers at The Venetian and Palazzo sister casino resorts on the Las Vegas Strip are being offered what's believed to be the first-of-its-kind revenue-sharing arrangement with the property's new operator. New York-based Apollo Global Management,...

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Nevada Esports Technical Advisory Committee Holds Inaugural Meeting
March 2, 2022

Nevada Esports Technical Advisory Committee Holds Inaugural Meeting

The Nevada Esports Technical Advisory Committee was formed last year through legislation passed and signed by Governor Steve Sisolak (D). The eight-person committee met for the first time this week to discuss how the state...

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Scientific Games Rebranding to Light & Wonder Garners Mixed Reviews
March 2, 2022

Scientific Games Rebranding to Light & Wonder Garners Mixed Reviews

Scientific Games will soon be no more. The Las Vegas gaming manufacturer announced during its full-year 2021 earnings report that the company is undergoing a major rebranding to Light & Wonder. After selling off its...

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West Virginia Casino Bill to Authorize Satellite Venues Passes State Senate
March 1, 2022

West Virginia Casino Bill to Authorize Satellite Venues Passes State Senate

West Virginia senators lent their support today to legislation seeking to expand the state gaming industry. Senate Bill 100 was introduced last month by state Senator Eric Nelson (R- Kanawha). The statute would allow each...

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European Gaming Industry Thrust Into Ukraine-Russia Conflict, as Cyber Warfare Intensifies
March 1, 2022

European Gaming Industry Thrust Into Ukraine-Russia Conflict, as Cyber Warfare Intensifies

Europe's gaming industry certainly hasn't been immune from Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Numerous countries have assisted in Ukraine's defense. The US, Germany, and Italy are among a few notables that have lent weapons. Ukraine is...

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Problem Gambling Awareness Month Starts March 1, MGM Expanding GameSense
March 1, 2022

Problem Gambling Awareness Month Starts March 1, MGM Expanding GameSense

The National Council on Problem Gambling (NGCP) designates March as its "Problem Gambling Awareness Month." The annual event is a time for the US gaming industry to reflect on its progress made. The month is...

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Macau Casinos Post Positive February Revenue, as Mass Play Returns
March 1, 2022

Macau Casinos Post Positive February Revenue, as Mass Play Returns

Macau casinos generated gross gaming revenue (GGR) of MOP7.76 billion (US$963.8 million) in February of 2022. Last month was a strong performance for the casino hub that remains under China's "zero COVID" policy. The draconian...

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Vladimir Putin Odds Favor Russian President Remaining in Power
February 28, 2022

Vladimir Putin Odds Favor Russian President Remaining in Power

Russia President Vladimir Putin is likely to stay in power for the world's largest country by land area through the end of the year, or so say political bettors. Putin launched an invasion on neighboring...

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Borgata Announces Renovation Plan to Keep Pace with Hard Rock, Ocean Casinos
February 28, 2022

Borgata Announces Renovation Plan to Keep Pace with Hard Rock, Ocean Casinos

Borgata Hotel & Casino in Atlantic City recently appointed a new boss. And the freshly minted president has big plans in store for the MGM Resorts property. MGM last month promoted Travis Lunn to the...

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Penn National Says 100K Participants in ‘myheroes’ Casino Rewards Program
February 28, 2022

Penn National Says 100K Participants in ‘myheroes’ Casino Rewards Program

Pennsylvania-based Penn National Gaming (PNG) is celebrating a milestone for its "myheroes" program, which honors active-duty military, veterans, and first responders with an array of incentives and rewards in exchange for their patronage. PNG launched...

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