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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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7584 stories by Devin O'Connor

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Macau Neighbor Zhuhai Hopes to Entice Casino Operators Across Bridge With MICE

Macau neighbor Zhuhai is preparing to auction off a 226,000-square-meter (55.8 acres) plot of land that it hopes will entice the multibillion-dollar casino giants to cross the bridge and invest in new hotels and convention space. Hong Kong, Macau, and Zhuhai –...

Devin O'Connor September 27, 2019
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Philippines Officials Believe They Can Get Nearly $6B for PAGCOR State-Owned Casinos

Philippines officials believe they're sitting atop a gold mine when it comes to the country's state-owned casinos and satellite gaming venues. The Philippines is home to four integrated casino resorts in Manila, as well as 11 state-owned and operated Casino Filipino venues....

Devin O'Connor September 27, 2019
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Las Vegas Gaming Revenue and Tourism Numbers Indicate Strong Economy

Las Vegas is alive and well, as key data points reveal a robust economy in Southern Nevada. The August gross gaming revenue (GGR) numbers were released Friday, and showed that Las Vegas Strip casinos won more than $520.6 million last month –...

Devin O'Connor September 27, 2019
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NFL Picks DraftKings for Official Daily Fantasy Partner, DFS Remains Popular Despite Sports Betting

DraftKings is the first Official Daily Fantasy Partner of the National Football League (NFL), a landmark deal that allows the interactive gaming platform to use the league's branding and likeness. Daily fantasy sports (DFS) was all the rage just a few years...

Devin O'Connor September 26, 2019
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Las Vegas Resort Fees: Federal Bill Would Require Advertised Rates to Include All Charges, Except Taxes

Las Vegas resort fees – those hidden charges tacked on to advertised room rates at the end of the booking process – are the subject of federal legislation that seeks to ban such deceptive pricing. Representatives Eddie Bernice Johnson (D-Texas) and Jeff...

Devin O'Connor September 26, 2019
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Arkansas Casino Bids for Russellville Pope County Begin, But Legal Questions Remain

The bidding for the Arkansas casino license reserved for Pope County is moving forward in Russellville, as the city announced it's accepting development proposals until next Wednesday at noon, October 2. Arkansas voters passed Issue 4 during the November 2018 election. The...

Devin O'Connor September 26, 2019
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Three Japan Casino Licenses Available, Eight Areas Interested in Hosting Integrated Resort

There will soon be three Japan casino licenses up for grabs, and a recent government survey found that at least eight areas, and as many as 11, are interested in welcoming one of the multibillion-dollar integrated resorts (IR). The greatest opportunity to...

Devin O'Connor September 26, 2019
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Green Bay Packers Favored Over Philadelphia Eagles for Thursday Night Football

The Green Bay Packers (3-0, 2-0 home) are four-point favorites over the visiting Philadelphia Eagles (1-2, 0-1 away) for tonight's Thursday Night Football game at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Las Vegas oddsmakers opened the line with Green Bay spotting Philly...

Devin O'Connor September 26, 2019
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North Dakota Charitable Gaming Approaching $1B Market, But Not Everyone is Happy

Charitable gaming is becoming big business in North Dakota, as state regulators overseeing the games of chance say wagers are expected to top $1 billion over the next two years. North Dakota State Gaming Director Deb McDaniel told a legislative committee this...

Devin O'Connor September 25, 2019
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Macau Golden Week Not Looking So Golden Due to Casino Comps, Reduced Customer Spend

Macau's approaching Golden Week holiday might not deliver the Chinese enclave the annual influx of business and gross gaming revenue (GGR) it typically does. Though bookings are strong, gaming industry analysts say casinos are dishing out far higher comps and incentives to...

Devin O'Connor September 25, 2019