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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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MGM Resorts CEO Jim Murren Predicts Osaka Will Be Japan’s First Approved IR Casino Location
March 22, 2019

MGM Resorts CEO Jim Murren Predicts Osaka Will Be Japan’s First Approved IR Casino Location

MGM Resorts CEO Jim Murren opined this week that Osaka will be the first region approved for an integrated casino resort (IR) in Japan's forthcoming commercial gaming industry. In Japan for the MLB Opening Series...

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Connecticut Tribal Casino Receives Formal Approval From Interior Department, But Damage Already Done
March 22, 2019

Connecticut Tribal Casino Receives Formal Approval From Interior Department, But Damage Already Done

The Connecticut tribal casino planned for East Windsor has finally received formal and complete approval from the US Department of the Interior (DOI), but the federal agency's long delay has put the state's two Native...

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Macau Lawmakers Reject Proposal to Limit Enclave Visitor Arrivals
March 21, 2019

Macau Lawmakers Reject Proposal to Limit Enclave Visitor Arrivals

Macau lawmakers have dismissed a proposal introduced by the Legislative Assembly's youngest member that sought to limit the number of visitors permitted into the gambling hub each year. Last month, 27-year-old Assemblyman Sulu Sou presented...

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Powerball Jackpot Now $625M, But New Wire Act Opinion Threatens Interstate Lottery Future
March 21, 2019

Powerball Jackpot Now $625M, But New Wire Act Opinion Threatens Interstate Lottery Future

The Powerball jackpot has climbed to an estimated $625 million after no one matched all six numbers on Wednesday night. The next drawing will take place this Saturday. The odds of hitting the jackpot are...

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Encore Boston Harbor Accepting Reservations, Opening Night Rooms Begin at $777
March 21, 2019

Encore Boston Harbor Accepting Reservations, Opening Night Rooms Begin at $777

The $2.6 billion Encore Boston Harbor has begun accepting reservations for its June opening. The Wynn Resorts integrated casino resort will hold its grand opening celebration on Sunday, June 23. Rooms for the first night...

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State Sports Betting Regulations Complicate March Madness Odds for Sportsbooks
March 20, 2019

State Sports Betting Regulations Complicate March Madness Odds for Sportsbooks

State sports betting regulations that vary from one jurisdiction to the next are complicating the NCAA March Madness oddsmaking process for sportsbooks operating in legal markets. The first round of the men's basketball tournament tips...

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Venetian Resort Las Vegas Offers Guests ‘The World’ Starting at $450K
March 20, 2019

Venetian Resort Las Vegas Offers Guests ‘The World’ Starting at $450K

The Venetian Resort Las Vegas has unveiled a new package that takes VIP service to a new level, with rates starting at $450,000. The Venetian's "Want the World" package is described by parent company Las...

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New Hampshire Lawmakers Pass Sports Betting Bill, Legislation Would Allow 10 Retail Sportsbooks
March 20, 2019

New Hampshire Lawmakers Pass Sports Betting Bill, Legislation Would Allow 10 Retail Sportsbooks

The New Hampshire House of Representatives has passed a sports betting bill that would allow as many as 10 retail sportsbook locations to take wagers on athletic competitions. House Bill 480 was approved by a...

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Bellagio Conservatory Unveils Japanese Spring Exhibit, as MGM Resorts Continues Japan Campaign
March 20, 2019

Bellagio Conservatory Unveils Japanese Spring Exhibit, as MGM Resorts Continues Japan Campaign

The Bellagio Conservatory's 2019 Spring Show is titled "Japanese Spring," a dazzling display of botanicals and replicas of iconic buildings and landmarks that – MGM Resorts says – allows guests to experience "the beauty of...

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NCAA March Madness First Round Upset Alerts Issued for Wisconsin, Iowa State, Marquette
March 19, 2019

NCAA March Madness First Round Upset Alerts Issued for Wisconsin, Iowa State, Marquette

March Madness officially tips off tonight with the First Four play-in games, but the real actions gets underway on Thursday when the First Round begins the craziness that is the NCAA men's college basketball tournament....

Written by Devin O'Connor