Casino
December 5, 2023
Revised California Sports Betting Initiative Promises Increased Tribal Benefits
Proponents of the California sports betting initiative have submitted crucial amendments to their proposal to the state attorney general. The revised initiative not only addresses concerns raised by tribes and regulators but also introduces key changes that promise to enhance revenue sharing and inclusivity among California’s diverse tribal communities. California Sports Betting Initiative’s Key Transformations […]
Casino
November 30, 2023
Oklahoma Tribal Leaders Rally for Sports Betting Amid Economic Concerns
Tribal gaming leaders in Oklahoma, alongside their national counterparts, have called upon Gov. Kevin Stitt to support tribal-led sports betting initiatives. Tribal Chiefs Express Concerns Over Las Vegas Sands’ Dallas Mavericks Deal The call for action was made during a recent webcast titled “The New Normal,” hosted by Victor Rocha, conference chairman of the Indian […]
Industry
November 17, 2023
Tribal-ISAC Membership Is Now a DHS-Approved Expense
The Tribal Cybersecurity Information Sharing and Analysis Center (Tribal-ISAC) announced on November 15 a significant stride in facilitating cybersecurity readiness for Native American and Alaskan Native tribes. The organization disclosed that its membership is recognized as an allowable expense, covered by funds from The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Fiscal Year 2023 Tribal Cybersecurity Grant […]
Casino
November 13, 2023
Casino Project in Kenosha, Wisconsin Gains Traction
In 2022, the Menominee Tribe in Wisconsin announced it joined forces with Hard Rock International for a new project that seeks to develop a new gaming and entertainment location in the city of Kenosha. The project has a price tag of $350 million and is expected to use some 60 acres of land located west […]
Casino
November 1, 2023
Norfolk Casino Project Gets Land Purchase Extension until 2025
The Pamunkey Indian Tribe has decided to exercise its option to delay the purchase of land adjacent to Harbor Park for their proposed HeadWaters Resort and Casino until January 2025. Norfolk Casino Project Receives Extension for Meticulous Planning City spokesperson Chris Jones confirmed the extension, emphasizing that it does not indicate a definite delay in […]
Legal
October 26, 2023
Two Tribal-State Gaming Compacts Rejected in Oklahoma
The legal hurdle surrounding tribal-state gambling compacts in Oklahoma continues. A few years ago, Gov. Kevin Stitt’s office engaged in revised gaming compacts with four tribes in the state. Seeking to ensure higher proceeds from gaming, the agreements were backed by the Governor, a move that immediately captured the attention of other tribal nations. Now, […]
Casino
October 24, 2023
WarHorse Gaming’s Nebraska Projects Set to Bolster Local Economy
WarHorse Gaming, a division of the Winnebago Tribe’s economic development arm, Ho-Chunk, Inc., is developing two brick-and-mortar casino resorts in the state- WarHorse Casino Lincoln at the Lincoln Race Course and WarHorse Casino Omaha at Horsemen’s Park. These developments will be a game-changer for local economies, and they come at a time when sports betting […]
Casino
October 16, 2023
Catawba Two Kings Casino’s Construction Gets Delayed Again
The Catawba Nation is currently working on a new casino property in Kings Mountain, North Carolina. The property, called Catawba Two Kings Casino, was set to begin construction in 2022. However, various setbacks have pushed that date back. Around 35 miles west of Charlotte, the tribal nation’s latest property is set to overlook Interstate 85. […]
Industry
October 4, 2023
Wondr Nation Launches Initiative to Advance Responsible Gaming Research
In a move to promote responsible gaming, Wondr Nation, the online gaming entertainment arm of the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation, has announced the establishment of the Wondr Nation Responsible and Sustainable Gaming Fund. UConn School of Medicine Awarded $250,000 Grant The University of Connecticut School of Medicine stands to benefit significantly from this venture, having […]
Casino
October 4, 2023
New York State Races Against Time in Seneca Gaming Compact Negotiations
New York state officials find themselves under increasing pressure to secure a new gaming compact with the Seneca Nation of Indians before the current agreement expires in less than 90 days. Concerns Mount Over Stalled Seneca Nation Gaming Talks State Assemblyman Joseph M. Giglio, representing the 148th District of Western New York, expressed his growing […]
