Industry
April 5, 2023
Petition Seeks to End MSU Deal with Caesars Sportsbook
A petition demanding an end to the sports betting partnership between Michigan State University (MSU)’s Athletics department and Caesars Sportsbook is circulating among MSU faculty and receiving support from both the students and administration. Detrimental to Young People’s Minds Led by community sustainability professor John Kerr, the petition against the $9 million deal with Caesars […]
Casino
April 3, 2023
RSI Launches BetRivers Slots Tournament in Michigan
Online casino and sports betting operator Rush Street Interactive has unveiled what it calls “the most exciting online slot tournament in Michigan history.” The so-called BetRivers Michigan Million Online Slot Tournament will provide slot aficionados with a shot at various exciting prizes. BeRivers Michigan Million players will get to play slots and earn points for […]
Lottery
March 28, 2023
Woman Almost Misses $327K Lottery Payday in Michigan
The amount won by the woman is $3237,000, and she went almost a month without checking the ticket. According to the winner, whose name has not been disclosed, she was in the habit of playing Fantasy 5 every day. Forgetting about Winning the Jackpot While she admitted to usually checking the numbers every morning, this […]
Lottery
March 7, 2023
$1M Michigan Lottery Ticket Could Have Ended up in the Trash
A 30-year-old woman from Clinton County, Michigan, won $1 million playing the Michigan Lottery’s Sizzling Hot 7’s instant scratch game but her story may have ended differently. The Second Check Saved the Day Speaking to the lottery officials, the woman who chose to claim her prize without letting the lottery reveal her identity, explained that […]
Industry
March 7, 2023
Michigan to Promote Safer Gambling with “Don’t Regret the Bet”
The Michigan Gaming Control Board, Michigan’s gaming regulator, has unveiled a new statewide responsible gambling campaign. The initiative is called Don’t Regret the Bet and seeks to incentivize moderation in wagering. The multi-media campaign will is delivered in partnership with King Media and will be aired on TV, local radio and across many digital channels. […]
Industry
February 14, 2023
Michigan Senator Proposes Legislation to Fight Teenage Gambling Addiction
Bellino, a Republican from Monroe, highlighted that the legalization of mobile betting apps and online sports betting in more than 30 states has made the issue worse. The Spread of Gambling Addiction Can Be Fought with the Help of Education As per Sen. Joseph Bellino’s statement, it has been reported that teenagers do not see […]
Business
February 10, 2023
MGCB Green-Lights 888 to Become Hannahville’s New Platform Provider
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB), which is responsible for implementing, managing, and enforcing the Michigan Gaming Control & Revenue Act’s provisions, has given the green light to 888’s VHL Michigan subsidiary to turn into the Hannahville tribe’s new platform provider under the Sports Illustrated brand. Twin Spires Exited the Business in 2022 The Hannahville […]
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 […]
