Casino.org logo Main menu

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.

Avatar photo

Senior Reporter

Expert since 2016

8483 stories by Devin O'Connor

Yokohama LDP Will Not Back Anti-Casino Mayoral Candidate, Supports Free Election
July 14, 2021

Yokohama LDP Will Not Back Anti-Casino Mayoral Candidate, Supports Free Election

The controlling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) in Yokohama says it will not endorse party member Hachiro Okonogi for mayor. In June, Okonogi shocked Japan by announcing his intentions to run for mayor of Yokohama, ousting...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Pennsylvania Casino Gamblers Staying Online, Analysts Warn
July 14, 2021

Pennsylvania Casino Gamblers Staying Online, Analysts Warn

Pennsylvania is the nation's second-richest gaming state in terms of total gross revenue. But one analyst is concerned that some of the play has moved online permanently in the wake of the pandemic.  Deutsche Bank...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Dream Cruises Casino Ship Returns to Singapore Following COVID-19 Case
July 14, 2021

Dream Cruises Casino Ship Returns to Singapore Following COVID-19 Case

A Dream Cruises ship owned and operated by Genting Group has returned to Singapore after a passenger tested positive for COVID-19. Genting's Dream Cruises launched "cruise to nowhere" two- and three-night voyages in November. The...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Casino Plan Near Penn State University Set for Public Hearing Next Month
July 13, 2021

Casino Plan Near Penn State University Set for Public Hearing Next Month

The main campus of Penn State University could one day be situated within minutes of a casino. The public will weigh in next month on the matter. PSU alum for former university trustee Ira Lubert...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Australasian Gaming Expo Canceled By COVID-19 for Second Consecutive Year
July 13, 2021

Australasian Gaming Expo Canceled By COVID-19 for Second Consecutive Year

The Australasian Gaming Expo (AGE) has been called off for a second consecutive year. The showcase was set to be hosted August 10-12 at ICC Sydney, the city's convention and exhibition center. The culprit is...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Ireland President Michael Higgins Says Small Print on Betting Ads Isn’t Enough
July 13, 2021

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...

Written by Devin O'Connor
T-Mobile, Halo Announce Driverless Cars in Las Vegas, City Becoming Tech Hub
July 12, 2021

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...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Hollywood Casino York Opening August 12 with Barstool Sportsbook
July 12, 2021

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...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Dotty’s Confirms Data Breach, Gaming Company Latest Cyberattack Victim
July 9, 2021

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...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Melco Resorts Offers Management Share Purchase Program, Lawrence Ho Buys In
July 9, 2021

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,...

Written by Devin O'Connor