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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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Massachusetts Sports Betting Gains Influential Ally in Attorney General Healey
April 1, 2022

Massachusetts Sports Betting Gains Influential Ally in Attorney General Healey

Massachusetts sports betting support continues growing in the commonwealth. The latest government official to attach their name to the gaming expansion effort is Attorney General Maura Healey. Healey issuing her support is most certainly a...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Macau Executive Council Advances Junket Law Changes, March Revenue Plummets
April 1, 2022

Macau Executive Council Advances Junket Law Changes, March Revenue Plummets

The Macau Executive Council confirmed proposed amendments to the enclave's VIP junket laws this week. They did so by submitting an updated legal framework to the Legislative Assembly for final approval. Known as the "Legal...

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Steve Wynn Could Face Discipline in Nevada Following State Supreme Court Ruling
March 31, 2022

Steve Wynn Could Face Discipline in Nevada Following State Supreme Court Ruling

Steve Wynn has sought to live a quiet life outside the public eye since his reputation was forever tarnished in January of 2018. But a ruling this week by the highest court in Nevada could...

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Tiger Woods Masters Tease Continues, Oddsmakers Hope He Plays
March 31, 2022

Tiger Woods Masters Tease Continues, Oddsmakers Hope He Plays

Tiger Woods always has the eyes and ears of the golf world. The media hawks have been circling Augusta National Golf Club since the 15-time major champion arrived on the property earlier this week. Woods...

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Hard Rock Bristol Casino Opening Temporary Gaming Space July 8
March 31, 2022

Hard Rock Bristol Casino Opening Temporary Gaming Space July 8

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol will open a temporary gaming venue on July 8. The 30,000-square-foot space will offer guests approximately 900 slot machines, 20 table games, and a sportsbook. The temporary Hard Rock...

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Macau Junket Sub-Agent Stole $36M From Deposit Holders, Police Report
March 31, 2022

Macau Junket Sub-Agent Stole $36M From Deposit Holders, Police Report

Macau Judiciary Police revealed during a press conference yesterday that roughly HKD280 million (US$35.8 million) in cash has mysteriously disappeared from junket accounts. Law enforcement detailed that a sub-agent working with multiple junket groups vanished...

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Formula 1 Green Lights Las Vegas Grand Prix, Circuit to Traverse the Strip
March 31, 2022

Formula 1 Green Lights Las Vegas Grand Prix, Circuit to Traverse the Strip

Las Vegas has quickly become a premier sports destination, and Formula 1 wants in on the excitement. F1 is the pinnacle of motorsports. Today, the highest class of international racing is glitz- and celebrity-filled arena...

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Nevada Casinos Extend Unprecedented $1B Winning Streak to 12 Months
March 30, 2022

Nevada Casinos Extend Unprecedented $1B Winning Streak to 12 Months

It used to be a thing when Nevada casinos eclipsed the $1 billion mark in a single month. Not anymore. Gross gaming revenue (GGR) from Nevada casinos, sports betting, and online poker totaled more than...

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Michigan Casinos Lower Gaming Age to 18, Tribe Says Compact Allows Such Provision
March 30, 2022

Michigan Casinos Lower Gaming Age to 18, Tribe Says Compact Allows Such Provision

Michigan casinos owned and operated by the Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians will soon be open to anyone aged 18 and older. The federally recognized tribe says its decision to lower its gaming age is...

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Las Vegas Cannabis Hotel Planned, as Consumption Law Presents Budding Opportunities
March 30, 2022

Las Vegas Cannabis Hotel Planned, as Consumption Law Presents Budding Opportunities

Marijuana consumption is legal in Las Vegas. Now, a cannabis hotel could be in the works. Clark County property records show that The Artisan Hotel at 1501 W. Sahara Avenue has been sold for $11.9...

Written by Devin O'Connor