Casino
January 30, 2023
Michigan Casinos Tentatively Welcome Indoor Smoking – But With a Caveat
This comes at a time when New Jersey and Rhode Island’s casino workers, or at least a vociferous group, are fighting to ensure that smoking is banned from indoor areas. The pandemic gave this movement a strong momentum, with a solid argument against having smokers light up in closed spaces. Michigan Casinos Roll Back Smoking, […]
Poker
January 27, 2023
Professional Poker Player Sentenced to Probation in Michigan
On Thursday, the gambling regulator in the state, the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB), unveiled details regarding the recent sentencing. The regulator explained that Thatcher was sentenced to 12 months of probation on January 19, 2023. The penalty comes after the poker pro pleaded guilty early in December to one felony count for his participation […]
Industry
January 26, 2023
Red Tiger Debuts Progressive Slots Games in Michigan
The Evolution-owned company partnered with several operators to introduce its titles to the Great Lake State, expanding its North American presence. Red Tiger had successful launches in several other regions, pioneering its innovative selection of timed slot titles. The supplier is optimistic that its products will prove popular with fans and help bolster customer engagement […]
Business
January 24, 2023
Michigan Online Betting and Casino Close to $2bn in Receipts for 2022
Overall, the gross receipts from commercial and tribal iGaming and internet sports betting operators hit $1.98 billion in 2022. This result marked a strong 41% increase when compared to the $1.4 billion in gross receipts reported a year ago, in 2021. A breakdown of that total showed that internet sports betting contributed $399.6 million in […]
Industry
January 20, 2023
Leadstar Media Receives New Licenses in Michigan
Leadstar Media, a sports betting affiliate focused on creating products tailored to punters’ needs, has received two gaming licenses in Michigan. Thanks to that, it will now be able to provide its sports betting and iGaming expertise to people in the state. Leadstar Media Secures Michigan Licenses The local regulator provided Leadstar Media with a […]
Legal
January 17, 2023
Sault Tribe Cries Out against $88.8M Ruling for Casino Damages
An Ingham County Circuit judge found the Kewadin Casinos Gaming Authority guilty of misrepresentation after it failed to meet its contractual obligations with the parties involved in developing the planned Romulus and Lansing casino projects. Dissatisfied with the court’s decision, the tribe will appeal for relief and appeal if necessary. Disgruntled Investors Sought Legal Action […]
Industry
January 12, 2023
eCOGRA Accepted in Michigan as Independent Testing Lab
A symbiotic relationship between a developing gambling market and regulatory instruments is a sign of sustainable growth, and Michigan has been on a roll lately on both fronts. eCOGRA Expanding Further in the US The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) granted eCOGRA sports betting and iGaming authority to act as an Independent Testing Lab (ITL) […]
Casino
January 5, 2023
NetGaming Content to Mark US Entry via Michigan License
Developer of online casino content NetGaming announced it has received its supplier license from the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) to mark its first entry into the US. ‘Arduous’ Application Process The supplier license granted by the MGCB will allow NetGaming to supply to licensed iGaming operators in Michigan its suite of online casino content, […]
Poker
December 28, 2022
Michigan and New Jersey to Join PokerStars Shared Pact on January 1
Poker in the United States has certainly been popular or why would the World Series of Poker, the world’s largest and most prestigious poker event, be held in the country in the first place? Yet, online poker has been somewhat slow to catch on. In the absence of sufficient prize pools and enough cash games, […]
Industry
December 14, 2022
Michigan Gaming Control Board Lets EveryMatrix Distribute Content Via CasinoEngine
iGaming provider of software, content, and services aimed at casinos, sports betting platforms, payment services, and affiliate/agent management solutions to operators EveryMatrix has finally received the green light from the Michigan Gaming Control Board. The provider originally applied for a license to operate in the state earlier this year, looking to strengthen its foothold in […]
