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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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Britney Spears Las Vegas Rumors Abound After Pop Superstar ‘Freed’
October 1, 2021

Britney Spears Las Vegas Rumors Abound After Pop Superstar ‘Freed’

Britney Spears won a major legal battle this week, after Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Brenda Penny agreed with the pop superstar that the ending of her conservatorship is long overdue. Las Vegas insiders wasted...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Macau Casinos Flutter, as Chinese Enclave Deals with New COVID-19 Cases
October 1, 2021

Macau Casinos Flutter, as Chinese Enclave Deals with New COVID-19 Cases

The new norm for Macau casinos seems to be dealing with the atypical, and September once again presented China's gaming industry with a slew of unique challenges. Macau's six licensed commercial casino operators combined to...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Four Alleged Illegal Ohio Casino Dens Raided by State Gaming Officials, Police
October 1, 2021

Four Alleged Illegal Ohio Casino Dens Raided by State Gaming Officials, Police

The Ohio Casino Control Commission (OCCC) reported this week that four alleged illegal casino businesses were raided. The venues were operating in Fayette County and were rousted by state gaming officials, with the assistance of...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Richmond Residents Deciding Fate of ONE Casino Pitch in Early Voting
September 30, 2021

Richmond Residents Deciding Fate of ONE Casino Pitch in Early Voting

November 2 is election day in Virginia, but early voting is underway across the commonwealth. Residents in the capital city of Richmond are being asked if they want to authorize a single casino resort to...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Nevada Casinos Streak Has Sixth Consecutive Month Clearing $1B
September 30, 2021

Nevada Casinos Streak Has Sixth Consecutive Month Clearing $1B

Nevada casinos have won more than $6 billion from gamblers in the past six months. August marked the state's sixth consecutive month reporting gross gaming revenue (GGR) of at least $1 billion. Revenue from gamblers...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Horseshoe Baltimore Changing Casino Floor, Caesars Sportsbook Moves Center Stage
September 30, 2021

Horseshoe Baltimore Changing Casino Floor, Caesars Sportsbook Moves Center Stage

Horseshoe Baltimore needs a ringer, and owner Caesars Entertainment is betting big that it's found one in Maryland's recent legalization of sports betting. The casino, located in South Baltimore, announced yesterday that its first floor...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Netherlands Online Gaming Licenses Issued, Rogue Platforms Warned to Cease Operations
September 30, 2021

Netherlands Online Gaming Licenses Issued, Rogue Platforms Warned to Cease Operations

The Netherlands yesterday announced the issuance of 10 permits that allow the recipients to soon conduct online casino gambling with slot machines and table games. The Netherlands Gaming Authority (KSA) confirmed the granting of 10...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Brazil President Jair Bolsonaro Pledges to Veto Casino Legislation
September 29, 2021

Brazil President Jair Bolsonaro Pledges to Veto Casino Legislation

Lawmakers in Brazil continue to debate statutes that would legalize gambling in the South American country. But President Jair Bolsonaro says they're likely wasting their time. Bolsonaro stated this week that any gaming legislation that...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Connecticut Retail Sports Betting Debuting September 30, Mobile Early Next Month
September 29, 2021

Connecticut Retail Sports Betting Debuting September 30, Mobile Early Next Month

Connecticut sports betting will officially begin tomorrow, September 30, at both Foxwoods and Mohegan Sun. The debut comes just four months since Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont (D) signed new tribal compacts with the Mashantucket Pequot...

Written by Devin O'Connor
MGM Resorts Donates $500K to Las Vegas Historic Westside Urban Farming Initiative
September 29, 2021

MGM Resorts Donates $500K to Las Vegas Historic Westside Urban Farming Initiative

MGM Resorts has donated half of a million dollars to Las Vegas' Historic Westside to help the neighborhood construct a community-based urban agricultural farming facility. It's been a busy week for MGM Resorts. The largest...

Written by Devin O'Connor