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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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Crown Resorts VIP Casino Revenue Plunges, CEO Lashes Out at Sensational Media
August 21, 2019

Crown Resorts VIP Casino Revenue Plunges, CEO Lashes Out at Sensational Media

Crown Resorts reported statutory net profit of AUD401.8 million ($272.8 million) over the last 12 months through June, a decline of 28 percent. The Australian casino operator that has integrated resorts in Melbourne, Perth, and...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Rhode Island Governor Gina Raimondo Investigated Over $1B IGT Deal
August 21, 2019

Rhode Island Governor Gina Raimondo Investigated Over $1B IGT Deal

Rhode Island Governor Gina Raimondo (D) is the subject of a state Ethics Commission investigation for proposing a $1 billion, 20-year gaming extension for IGT, a company that has donated to her election campaigns since...

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Resorts World Catskills Sold, Malaysian Billionaire and Genting Take Troubled New York Casino Private
August 21, 2019

Resorts World Catskills Sold, Malaysian Billionaire and Genting Take Troubled New York Casino Private

The nearly bankrupt Resorts World Catskills has been sold to majority owner Lim Kok Thay's family trust, as well as his conglomerate Genting Malaysia Berhad. KT Lim, a billionaire worth an estimated $3.6 billion by...

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Fertitta Brothers Buy Nearly $42M Worth of Red Rock Resorts Shares, Billionaires Committed to Palms
August 20, 2019

Fertitta Brothers Buy Nearly $42M Worth of Red Rock Resorts Shares, Billionaires Committed to Palms

The Fertitta brothers, Lorenzo and Frank III, are upping their positions in Red Rock Resorts (RRS) following a turbulent 12-month period that has pushed the stock down considerably. Filings with the US Securities and Exchange...

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Philippines Offshore Gaming Operator Applications Suspended, as Country Adheres China Demand
August 20, 2019

Philippines Offshore Gaming Operator Applications Suspended, as Country Adheres China Demand

Philippines offshore gaming operator (POGO) license applications have been suspended, effective immediately, as the country adheres to China's warnings to overhaul its regulations regarding the internet businesses that target foreign players. Andrea Domingo, the chair...

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$300M Massachusetts Casino Proposal Submitted for Final Category 1 License in Southeastern Part of State
August 20, 2019

$300M Massachusetts Casino Proposal Submitted for Final Category 1 License in Southeastern Part of State

Another Massachusetts casino bid has emerged for the third and final Category 1 gaming license that is earmarked for the southeastern part of the state. The project comes from real estate and golf course developer...

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AGS Acquires In Bet Table Games Manufacturer, Company Hopes to Reverse Dismal Stock Performance
August 20, 2019

AGS Acquires In Bet Table Games Manufacturer, Company Hopes to Reverse Dismal Stock Performance

AGS, a Las Vegas-based gaming equipment provider, has acquired the remaining assets of In Bet, a smaller table games manufacturer headquartered in New Jersey, for an undisclosed sum. AGS teamed up with In Bet in...

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10 Things You’re More Likely to Walk Away with in Las Vegas than Gambling Wins
August 20, 2019

10 Things You’re More Likely to Walk Away with in Las Vegas than Gambling Wins

Given Las Vegas' ever-increasing resort fees and parking rates, it might seem like the only way you can afford a stay in Sin City anymore is to hit it big on the casino floor. Of...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Casino Stocks Surge on Positive Macau News, Analysts Bullish on Industry
August 19, 2019

Casino Stocks Surge on Positive Macau News, Analysts Bullish on Industry

Casino stocks are increasing in value this week following the news out of Macau that the nearby protests in Hong Kong will have little impact on operations in the world's richest gaming hub. On Monday,...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Japan Casino Race Intensifies Following Yokohama Entry, Mayor to Announce City Candidacy This Week
August 19, 2019

Japan Casino Race Intensifies Following Yokohama Entry, Mayor to Announce City Candidacy This Week

The Japan casino race is intensifying after reports surfaced this week that Yokohama will soon formally announce its intentions to win one of the three integrated resort (IR) properties. The federal government of the world's...

Written by Devin O'Connor