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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.
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China Cracking Down on Repeat Travelers Gambling in Macau Amid Zero-COVID
Mainland China is scrutinizing leisure travelers who are suspected of routinely visiting Macau amid the People's Republic's persistence of its "zero-COVID" policy. "Zero-COVID" has faced much criticism from international health officials, including the World Health Organization (WHO). The policy requires localized lockdowns...
Ohio Nonprofit Closes After Director Allegedly Embezzles $400K For Gambling
A Latino nonprofit in Ohio has closed its doors after the organization's now-former executive director reportedly admitted to embezzling funds to cover her gambling habit. Toledo's The Blade reports that Sabina Serratos is the subject of a criminal complaint recently filed with...
Sports Betting Ads ‘Obnoxious,’ Says Lawmaker Who Helped Legalize Such Gambling
New Jersey sports betting advertisements are flooding television and radio commercial breaks. One state lawmaker says such marketing is giving way to an increase in problem gambling. Assemblyman Ralph Caputo (D-Essex) helped champion New Jersey's sports betting bill in 2018. But the...
Hard Rock Sportsbook Goes Live Online in Virginia, First Retail Book Planned for Bristol
Hard Rock Sportsbook is the latest online sports wagering platform to commence operations in Virginia. Hard Rock's digital sportsbook is the eighth mobile platform to take legal, regulated wagers in the commonwealth. But Hard Rock plans to be first when it comes...
$1.9B MSG Sphere Las Vegas Reaches F1 Partnership
The $1.9 billion MSG Sphere will top off its 366-foot-tall steel frame later this month, Madison Square Garden Entertainment company officials revealed during the firm's earnings call last week. The entertainment arena, billed as a "new medium multisensory platform," remains on track...
Atlantic City Casino Revenue Tops 2019 Numbers in April, But Inflation Clouds Industry Health
Atlantic City casino revenue in April 2022 bested the industry's brick-and-mortar performance in the same month prior to the pandemic. The April revenue report demonstrates that the industry is amid a continued recovery, as the gaming town's busy summer season nears. Numbers...
Scottie Scheffler Dominating PGA Championship Betting
If you have money on Scottie Scheffler winning this year's PGA Championship, you're not alone. While there might be a Tiger in the field, it's the 2022 Masters champ that is commanding the lion's share of the betting action. BetMGM told Casino.org...
The Bicycle Hotel & Casino in Los Angeles County Could Be Set for Major Renovation
The Bicycle Hotel & Casino in Bell Gardens, Ca., located just a few miles southeast of downtown Los Angeles, is reportedly set for a considerable renovation. The Bike, as the California cardroom is commonly called, was sold in April for $103 million....
Virginia Skill Gaming Injunction Extended, Controversial Games to Continue Operating
The Virginia skill gaming legal dilemma will not be resolved for at least another six months. That's after a state judge extended an injunction on the controversial machines until November 2, 2022. Skill gaming machines closely resemble outdated slot machines. After a...
American Gaming Association Report Highlights iGaming Profitability
The American Gaming Association (AGA) recently released its annual "State of the States" report. The in-depth report, which provides a comprehensive overview of the US commercial casino industry, revealed that gaming has more than recovered from the COVID-19 pandemic. It also showed...