Gambling Regulations: Latest News

No other states have submitted applications to join the interstate compact. If Michigan’s MSIGA application & suggested amendments are accepted, the door would open for BetMGM & PokerStars to challenge rival WSOP for top US online poker network.

In separate legislation, the House reduced the amount earmarked for the state’s problem gambling fund to $50 million, down from $225 million. But lawmakers are running out of time to pass both bills.

Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) sent out a five-page document outlining guidance for operators and platform providers ahead of the regulator signing a multijurisdictional agreement — likely the MSIGA.

Sen. Joseph Addabbo Jr. is “laying the groundwork for next year,” when federal pandemic relief runs out or is curtailed & iGaming legislation will be fiscally more attractive to State lawmakers.

If BetMGM NV indeed does go live, it would only be the second active online poker room in Nevada, ending WSOP’s nearly decade-long de facto monopoly.

With less than two months to go until Canada’s largest province introduces legal online poker, casino and sports betting, PokerStars goes on the record with its efforts in Ontario.

With only two operators active in the state, recent reports indicate that Michigan has increased efforts to join the Multi-State Internet Gaming Agreement.