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Reporter: Devin O'Connor

Devin O'Connor is a senior reporter for Casino.org, covering politics, casino business, entertainment and gaming news on the East Coast.

Devin's passion for politics and background in the world of pop culture television gives him insight into the gaming industry backstories that often drive news these days.

After graduating from Penn State University with a theater arts degree, he worked at MTV Networks/Viacom from 2005 to 2010 as a writer and producer. His credits included Total Request Live, New Year's Eve specials, and a special featuring poker superstar Daniel Negreanu.

He later moved on to the HGTV/DIY Network, where he created, wrote, and produced three series specials: That's So House Hunters, That's So 80s, and That's So 90s.

Devin came on board with Casino.org in 2014. He lives in Pennsylvania and is an avid marathoner, having completed 15 races.

Contact Devin at devin.oconnor@casino.org.

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7579 stories by Devin O'Connor

Michael Higgins Ireland betting advertising

Ireland President Michael Higgins Says Small Print on Betting Ads Isn’t Enough

Ireland President Michael Higgins says the fine print below sports betting advertisements falls far short of being considered responsible marketing as it relates to the gaming industry. Higgins explained that after meeting with people at the Carraig Eden center who have experienced...

Devin O'Connor July 13, 2021
Las Vegas Sands Florida casino sports betting

Las Vegas Sands Gives $17M to Florida Committee Focused on Gaming Matters

Las Vegas Sands is continuing to focus its lobbying efforts on states that have long prohibited commercial casino operators.  After spending $20 million in Texas to convince state lawmakers to legalize resort-style casinos, an effort that turned out unfruitful during the 2021...

Devin O'Connor July 13, 2021
Halo car service T-Mobile Las Vegas

T-Mobile, Halo Announce Driverless Cars in Las Vegas, City Becoming Tech Hub

T-Mobile is teaming up with Halo, a commercial driverless car service provider, to move people around the Las Vegas Valley.  The latest in what's making the casino town also a hub for innovate public transportation services, Halo expects to begin offering rides...

Devin O'Connor July 12, 2021
Hollywood Casino York Penn National Gaming

Hollywood Casino York Opening August 12 with Barstool Sportsbook

Hollywood Casino York is set to open to the general public on Thursday, August 12. The casino is taking the space of what was formerly the Sears department store at the York Galleria Mall.  Penn National Gaming (PNG) was adamantly against Pennsylvania's...

Devin O'Connor July 12, 2021
Dotty's cyberattack ransomware Nevada

Dotty’s Confirms Data Breach, Gaming Company Latest Cyberattack Victim

Dotty's is informing affected customers that it was recently the victim of a cyberattack. The company says personal information, including names, dates of birth, and driver's license numbers were stolen. Dotty's operates about 120 gaming taverns in Nevada that feature slots and...

Devin O'Connor July 9, 2021
Melco Resorts Lawrence Ho casino stock

Melco Resorts Offers Management Share Purchase Program, Lawrence Ho Buys In

Melco Resorts has announced a share purchase and award program that employees at the management level and above are eligible for.  The integrated resort firm that owns and operates large-scale casinos in Macau, the Philippines, and Cyprus announced today that it is...

Devin O'Connor July 9, 2021
Live! Casino Hotel Maryland job fair

Live! Casino Hotel Maryland Hiring 500 Positions, Offering $750 Signing Bonus

If you're searching for a job, Live! Casino Hotel Maryland wants to hear from you. The casino, located in Anne Arundel County near BWI Airport, is looking to fill some 500 positions.  The majority of the jobs are for functions within the...

Devin O'Connor July 9, 2021
Richmond casino Virginia Urban One

Richmond Casino Developer Needs More Time, Now Projects 2024 Opening

The developer of the proposed Richmond casino told the city this week that it will need additional time to open the $563 million resort. Urban One Inc. and its fully owned operating subsidiary, RVA Entertainment Holdings LLC, informed the Richmond City Council's...

Devin O'Connor July 9, 2021
Crown Resorts casino Victoria inquiry NSW

Crown Resorts Warns Victorian State About Potential Suitability Findings

The Crown Resorts Board of Directors is warning officials in Victoria, Australia, to tread lightly regarding the outcome of the state's inquiry into the casino company. Victoria launched its Royal Commission into the Casino Operator and License of Crown Resorts in February....

Devin O'Connor July 8, 2021
Maryland casinos smoking Atlantic City

Smoke-Free Maryland Casinos Thriving, Gaming Outperforming Pre-Pandemic

Maryland casinos are faring better than ever before. And they're doing so without allowing patrons to smoke on their gaming floors.  The casino industry has long advocated for the necessity of allowing gamblers to smoke. The two vices, some say, go hand-in-hand....

Devin O'Connor July 8, 2021