Articles by: Jessica Aletor

Michigan online sportsbooks recorded $402.6 million in handle. FanDuel had the highest share of the month’s $30.5 million in combined revenue. FanDuel improved its market share and Fanatics rose to sixth position. The number of online sportsbooks in Michigan shrunk.

Michigan online casinos’ gross receipts hit $188 million setting another record in the state’s history. February’s revenue brought Michigan’s lifetime revenue closer to the $5 billion mark. FanDuel closed in on BetMGM while DraftKings trailed behind in the third position.

Michigan Lottery has extended its partnership with Pollard Banknotes through a new 5-year deal. The extension is evidence of a successful working relationship spanning 28 years. Pollard’s engagement in Michigan has created numerous jobs and generated tax revenue.

Two individuals, Linos Kas-Mikha and Robert Jamerson have been arraigned for running an unlicensed gambling operation in Flint. One of the suspects has links with other illegal wagering operations raided by police. Stakeholders met last year to devise long-term solutions.

Detroit Casinos saw positive growth in February’s monthly revenue as MGM Grand Detroit continues to lead in market share. However, the year’s average monthly revenue is still below industry expectations while retail sportsbooks also suffered losses.

Gaytan-Garcia has been charged as the prime suspect in the $700,000 cash cage scam reported last July. The suspect was identified after months of investigation by the FBI and Tribal Police.

Trevor Hayden has been named Vice President for Operations by the management of Gun Lake Casino. This follows the appointment of Ronaldo Pascual as the Director of hotel operations, with Gun Lake Casino’s phase 5 expansion still on track.

888 Holdings has announced the termination of its partnership with Authentic Brands Group, owner of Sports Illustrated brand. As a result, the SI sportsbook and online casino license may become openly available in Michigan once again.

Governor Whitmer has named Suzanna Shkreli as the new Michigan Lottery Commissioner, with former commissioner, Jessica Weare, taking up a new government position. Shkreli was formerly Michigan’s Director of Juvenile Justice Reform.

Michigan ranked second on the top three list for highest gross online casino revenue in 2023, closely edging out New Jersey. Detroit casinos also maintained top 10 status on the AGA’s ranking of casino markets by revenue.