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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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Atlantic City Gaming Revenue Increasing Despite Casinos’ Reduced Profits
April 15, 2019

Atlantic City Gaming Revenue Increasing Despite Casinos’ Reduced Profits

Atlantic City casinos are winning more money than they have in previous years, but the resorts are continuing to see their gross operating profits decline. The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE) reveals gross...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Pennsylvania Casino Plan Divides Conservative Amish Community, Gaming Opponents Say ‘Deal With Devil’
April 15, 2019

Pennsylvania Casino Plan Divides Conservative Amish Community, Gaming Opponents Say ‘Deal With Devil’

A Pennsylvania casino plan in a rural conservative community with Amish residents has plenty of opponents who are trying to block the gaming venue from being built. Penn National Gaming – the oldest casino operator...

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Tiger Woods Masters Victory Major Loss for Sportsbooks, Bettor Wins $1.19M
April 15, 2019

Tiger Woods Masters Victory Major Loss for Sportsbooks, Bettor Wins $1.19M

Tiger Woods won his fifth green jacket on Sunday, and the 15-time major winner's storied comeback delivered oddsmakers a devastating result. The most notable bet was an $85,000 wager made through William Hill at 14/1...

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Foxwoods Developing Social Media-Worthy Resort Experiences Amid Changing Customer Attitudes
April 14, 2019

Foxwoods Developing Social Media-Worthy Resort Experiences Amid Changing Customer Attitudes

Foxwoods Resort Casino is embracing changing patron behaviors by developing new gaming and entertainment attractions that ideally creates a more social environment throughout the Connecticut destination. In October, Foxwoods – owned by the Mashantucket Pequot...

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Masters Odds: Tiger Woods Favorite in Bunched Leaderboard Heading Into Weekend Play
April 12, 2019

Masters Odds: Tiger Woods Favorite in Bunched Leaderboard Heading Into Weekend Play

The Masters heads into the weekend with a jam-packed leaderboard, as five players are tied for the lead at -7 par. Francesco Molinari, Jason Day, Brooks Koepka, 2013 Masters champ Adam Scott, and Louis Oosthuizen...

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Las Vegas Saw Fewer First-Time Visitors in 2018, But Repeat Visitation Increases
April 12, 2019

Las Vegas Saw Fewer First-Time Visitors in 2018, But Repeat Visitation Increases

The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) released its 2018 Visitor Profile Study this week, and there are several unforeseen findings. The LVCVA hired GLS Research – a San Francisco-based analytical firm – to...

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Hard Rock, Genting Pursuing Crown Resorts Takeover Following Wynn Fallout
April 12, 2019

Hard Rock, Genting Pursuing Crown Resorts Takeover Following Wynn Fallout

Hard Rock International and Genting Group are both exploring a takeover of Crown Resorts, the Australian casino giant that is actively pursuing offers. Following Wynn Resorts' abrupt termination of discussions with the Aussie casino operator,...

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Caesars Entertainment Readying for Sale, Golden Nugget Billionaire Tilman Fertitta Remains Interested
April 11, 2019

Caesars Entertainment Readying for Sale, Golden Nugget Billionaire Tilman Fertitta Remains Interested

Caesars Entertainment will soon officially put the company up for sale, sources say, and Golden Nugget billionaire Tilman Fertitta is said to be at the center of the acquisition talks. The New York Post claims...

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Masters Betting: Tiger Woods Attracts Most Money, Rickie Fowler Prints Most Tickets
April 11, 2019

Masters Betting: Tiger Woods Attracts Most Money, Rickie Fowler Prints Most Tickets

More money is on Tiger Woods for the 2019 Masters – which tees off the first round in a matter of hours – than any other golfer in the 87-player field. Westgate SuperBook oddsmaker Jeff...

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US State Department Says Vietnam Ending Ban on Locals Gambling Increases Money Laundering Risks
April 10, 2019

US State Department Says Vietnam Ending Ban on Locals Gambling Increases Money Laundering Risks

The US State Department has issued concerns over the Vietnam government deciding to end the county's prohibition on citizens having access to integrated casino resorts. The $4 billion Corona Casino on Phu Quoc Island –...

Written by Devin O'Connor