Latest Michigan Online Gambling News
PENN Entertainment and ESPN Partnership Set to Bring Hollywood iCasino and ESPN Bet to Michigan
By: Jessica AletorPENN Entertainment's landmark partnership with ESPN, which was announced recently, will involve the launch of Hollywood iCasino in Michigan and the replacement of Barstool Sports with ESPN Bet for sports betting operations.
22/08/2023/
NewsFantasy Sports Sites Under Fire as MGCB Hunts Operators for Illegal Prop Bets
By: Jessica AletorMichigan's daily fantasy sports industry is embroiled in as the MGCB looks to crack down on alleged illegal conduct by operators. Sports betting leaders like DraftKings and FanDuel have also accused smaller DFS sites of offering illicit prop bets.
22/08/2023/
NewsFour Winds Casino Employee Becomes Latest Victim in Suspected $700K Cash Cage Scam
By: Jessica AletorYoung, a Four Winds Casino employee with 16 years of service, faces embezzlement charges after allegedly taking $700,000 and delivering it to an unknown person. While she maintains innocence, she could receive a 20-year sentence if found guilty.
18/08/2023/
NewsMichigan Gaming Control Board Earns Platinum Viddy Recognition for ‘Don’t Regret the Bet’ Campaign
By: Jessica AletorThe Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) and King Media have received the 2023 Platinum Viddy Award, one of the most coveted media recognitions, for the agency’s 'Don’t Regret the Bet' campaign, aimed at promoting responsible gambling in the state.
10/08/2023/
NewsNew Caesars Online Casino Launches in Michigan Amid Brand Name Transition
By: Jessica AletorCaesars Casino Michigan rebrands as Caesars Palace Casino Michigan, launching a separate online casino product for Michigan players. The rebranded casino offers an enhanced gaming library, Caesars Rewards integration, and aims to boost iGaming revenue for the brand.
10/08/2023/
NewsMichigan Down to 14 Online Sportsbooks After Flutter Announces Shutdown of FOX Bet
By: Jessica AletorFOX Bet, owned by Flutter Entertainment and Fox Corporation, will cease operations in Michigan and three other states. This closure will now bring Michigan's online sportsbooks down to 14 and has sparked speculation about replacements like PokerStars or FanDuel Sportsbook.
09/08/2023/
NewsMichigan Sportsbooks Retain More Revenue from Dwindling Wagering Handle in June
By: Jessica AletorMichigan's sports betting handle has experienced a three-month decline, reaching its lowest level in 10 months at $235.9 million in June 2023. However, online revenue remained steady, with $18.3 million, indicating a 13.7% YoY increase.
03/08/2023/
NewsOnline Casinos in Michigan Pool Record-Extending $151 Million in June 2023
By: Jessica AletorMichigan's online casinos continued their strong performance in June 2023 with $151 million in revenue, a 24.3% increase from the previous year. The state's half-year revenue also grew significantly by 24% from 2022 and 42% from 2021.
02/08/2023/
NewsWhite Hat Studios to Go Live in Michigan in Coming Months After BetParx Agreement
By: Jessica AletorWhite Hat Studios has partnered with BetParx to offer its games in Michigan, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. BetMGM emerges as the highest-earning iGaming brand in the USA, with $944 million in net revenue in H1 2023 and projected to reach $2 billion in annual revenue by year-end.
01/08/2023/
NewsMichigan Tribal Casinos Contribute to Record Breaking National Indian Gaming Revenue
By: Jessica AletorThe National Indian Gaming Commission has reported that Michigan and five other states in the St. Paul region contributed $4.95 billion to the US Indian gaming industry's record-breaking $40.9 billion gross revenue in 2022.
28/07/2023/
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