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Sports Betting Handle in Michigan Dips By 0.8% to $490.9 Million in January

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Michigan sportsbook witnessed yet another decline in revenue and betting handle for the month of January. While the difference on a month-over-month were barely substantial, yearly comparisons prove worrisome.
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25/02/2023/
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AGA, MGCB Recount Loses to Illegal Gambling, Kick Against Offshore Operations

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According to recent data revealed by the American Gaming Association, $510 billion was lost to illegal gambling in 2022. This year, the AGA and the MCGB are looking to clampdown on perpetrators, with several raids and arrests already conducted.
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24/02/2023/
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Online Casinos Pools Record-Extending $153.7 Million Revenue in January

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Michigan online casinos earned a total revenue of $153.7 million in January, setting a record for the fourth month running. BetMGM also maintained its spot as the highest earner while other operators like DraftKings broke individual revenue records.
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23/02/2023/
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Michigan Bettors Went Big on Super Bowl Bets

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With the Lions not making it to the playoffs, Michiganders still put up a good show with their audacious bets on the Super Bowl. Although most bets from Michigan were for the Eagles, some bettors got away with lucky wins.
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19/02/2023/
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Detroit Casinos Start 2023 with $103 Million January Revenue

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Detroit retail casinos' $103.4 million January improvement is a sign of both an improvement from January 2022 and a decline from last month’s revenue. Retail sportsbooks, on the other hand, struggled through a decline in total handle and revenue in January 2023.
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17/02/2023/
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Michigan Senate Bill to Fight Gambling Addiction Through Education

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In line with the MGCB’s campaign for responsible gambling among school students, a bipartisan bill was introduced to the Michigan Senate. The bill will mandate the Department of Education to develop a program of instruction on gambling education.
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16/02/2023/
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Greektown Casino Escapes Liability for Negligence After Stabbing Incident

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Two men were stabbed after an altercation in front of Greektown casino back in 2018. The Appeals Court in Michigan held that the casino was not liable for negligence, and this ruling may change the way we’ve known casino security.
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10/02/2023/
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888 Holdings Launches Sports Illustrated Casino After License Approval

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The Michigan Gaming Control Board has approved the license for Sports Illustrated Casino to replace the defunct TwinSpires Casino owned by the Hannahville Indian Community. This development brings the total number of casinos back to 15.
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09/02/2023/
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Players Advised to Bet Responsibly on the Super Bowl at Michigan Sportsbooks

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The Super Bowl is set to take place on February 12, 2023, and in anticipation of one America’s most viewed and most bet-on event, the MGCB has advised that players gamble responsibly and avoid high-risk situations.
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07/02/2023/
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Four Michigan Casino Operators Set to Debut Red Tiger Timed Jackpot Slots

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Red Tiger, a subsidiary of Evolution is set to launch its unique timed jackpot slot games in Michigan. Similarly, Konami Gaming has announced a partnership with Caesars Sportsbook & Casino, introducing its popular online slots through the operator.
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02/02/2023/
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