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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 [email protected].
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Borgata, Hard Rock, and Ocean Dominating Atlantic City, as Other Casinos Struggle
For many months, the Borgata, Hard Rock, and Ocean casinos in Atlantic City have been the market's leaders. But with COVID-19's darkest and most restrictive days seemingly behind the nation, the three casinos have only increased their dominance in the New Jersey...
American Gaming Assn. Announces 2022 Hall of Fame Class
The American Gaming Association (AGA) this week revealed its three forthcoming Gaming Hall of Fame inductees. The AGA said today that Gavin Isaacs, former president and CEO of Scientific Games, Virginia McDowell, former president and CEO of Isle of Capri Casinos, and...
Macau Casino Business Improving in August, as COVID Concerns Ease
Macau casinos have seen an uptick in play since the Chinese Special Administrative Region (SAR) managed to get its summer COVID-19 outbreak under control. The enclave's coronavirus outbreak that began in mid-June caused Macau casinos in July to experience their worst month...
US Gaming Industry Seeks White House Partnership in Addressing Digital Currencies
The US gaming industry is requesting involvement in the federal government's work to better understand digital currencies and assets. They are doing so in hopes of assuring that any forthcoming regulations do not overly burden its members. The American Gaming Association (AGA)...
Martha Stewart Las Vegas Restaurant ‘The Bedford’ Opens at Paris Casino
Martha Stewart and the Las Vegas Strip might not seem to be a match made in heaven. But the casino capital of the world is where the 81-year-old businesswoman and television star has opened her first restaurant. The Bedford at Paris Las...
Maryland Casinos, Lottery Deliver Record $1.5B State Benefit in 2022 Fiscal Year
Maryland casinos and its lottery generated more than $1.5 billion in tax revenue during the state's 2022 fiscal year. The Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency (MLGCA) said Monday that the state's six casinos, the Maryland Lottery, sportsbooks, and daily fantasy sports...
Seminole Tribe Gives $1M to Florida Gov. DeSantis PAC, Follows New Gaming Compact
The Seminole Tribe of Florida contributed $1 million this month to Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis's political action committee (PAC). The recipient organization -- Friends of Ron DeSantis -- says its mission is to advance the "Freedom Agenda." Last year, the Seminole Tribe...
Bally’s Corporation Donates $600K to International Center for Responsible Gaming
The Bally's Corporation has made the largest donation to the International Center for Responsible Gaming (ICRG) so far in 2022. Founded in 1996, the ICRG is focused on conducting scientific research on gambling disorders and developing responsible gaming protocols to limit the...
PGA Tour Docks Cameron Smith Two-Shot Penalty Late, Highlights Golf Betting Issues
The PGA Tour on Sunday announced a two-stroke penalty against Cameron Smith. The violations were for a wrong drop he took during Saturday's third round of the FedEx St. Jude Championship at TPC Southwind in Memphis. Smith was already making plenty of...
Las Vegas Strip Retail/Dining Complex Planned, Replaces Hawaiian Marketplace
A Las Vegas Strip retail and dining complex project has been submitted to Clark County for approval. The more than 300,000-square-foot undertaking, if approved by local officials, would replace the recently shuttered Hawaiian Marketplace. Last week, New York-based investment firm Gindi Capital...