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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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China Travel Warning to US Amid Ongoing Trade War Could Hurt Gaming Industry
June 7, 2019

China Travel Warning to US Amid Ongoing Trade War Could Hurt Gaming Industry

China has warned its citizens about traveling to the US amid the ongoing trade war between the two countries, and that could damper revenue for businesses operating in the gaming industry. This week, China issued...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Atlantic City Casinos Partner to Create ‘North Beach’ District, State Recommends Gaming Industry Review
June 7, 2019

Atlantic City Casinos Partner to Create ‘North Beach’ District, State Recommends Gaming Industry Review

Three Atlantic City casinos are teaming up to market a new district in the gambling town that will be known as "North Beach." Hard Rock, Ocean Casino Resort, and Resorts are behind the marketing campaign...

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Eldorado Resorts Nearing Acquisition of Caesars Entertainment, Deal Could Be Announced This Month
June 7, 2019

Eldorado Resorts Nearing Acquisition of Caesars Entertainment, Deal Could Be Announced This Month

Regional casino operator Eldorado Resorts is inching closer to merging with gaming industry giant Caesars Entertainment. The Wall Street Journal says a deal could be announced as early as this month. The two casino operators...

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Billionaire Lawrence Ho Says Australian Probe Will Only Help Melco Resorts in Japan
June 6, 2019

Billionaire Lawrence Ho Says Australian Probe Will Only Help Melco Resorts in Japan

Melco Resorts CEO Lawrence Ho is being investigated by financial and securities regulators in Australia, but that's just fine by the billionaire casino tycoon. Ho, 43, reached an agreement late last month with fellow billionaire...

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Toronto Raptors Take 2-1 NBA Finals Lead, Series Odds Even Against Golden State Warriors
June 6, 2019

Toronto Raptors Take 2-1 NBA Finals Lead, Series Odds Even Against Golden State Warriors

The Toronto Raptors won Game 3 of the NBA Finals to take a 2-1 series lead. Las Vegas oddsmakers say the championship is now either team's to win. The Westgate SuperBook has the updated series...

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Connecticut Governor Tells Legislature to Pass on Bridgeport Tribal Casino Deal
June 6, 2019

Connecticut Governor Tells Legislature to Pass on Bridgeport Tribal Casino Deal

Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont (D) has instructed the legislature to fold on legislation that would allow the state's two tribes to build a $350 million casino in Bridgeport. Bridgeport Mayor Joseph Ganim (D) has teamed...

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Macau Government Exploring Stock Market Exchange to Reduce Gaming Industry Reliance
June 5, 2019

Macau Government Exploring Stock Market Exchange to Reduce Gaming Industry Reliance

Macau government officials are considering forming a stock market exchange in an effort to reduce the enclave's dependency on revenue stemming from casinos and the gaming industry. Reuters reports that Macau's Monetary Authority is studying...

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Las Vegas Raiders Stadium Will Feature College Football Bowl Game Between Pac-12 and Either SEC or Big Ten
June 5, 2019

Las Vegas Raiders Stadium Will Feature College Football Bowl Game Between Pac-12 and Either SEC or Big Ten

The Las Vegas Raiders stadium located just west of the Strip and Interstate 15 will host a college bowl game between a Pac-12 team and a school from either the SEC or Big Ten. The...

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SLS Las Vegas Rebranding to Iconic Strip Rat Pack Hangout Sahara Hotel & Casino
June 5, 2019

SLS Las Vegas Rebranding to Iconic Strip Rat Pack Hangout Sahara Hotel & Casino

SLS Las Vegas, the fiscally troubled Strip casino resort, is reportedly reverting back to the brand that occupied its premises for 59 years, the Sahara Hotel & Casino. The news comes from Vital Vegas, which...

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Hard Rock International Partners With California Tribe on $600M Casino Resort Near Bakersfield
June 5, 2019

Hard Rock International Partners With California Tribe on $600M Casino Resort Near Bakersfield

Hard Rock International and California's Tejon Indian Tribe have announced a partnership to build a $600 million casino resort outside Bakersfield. Recognized in 2012 by the US government, the project is conditioned on the Department...

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