Michigan officially joins MSIGA interstate online poker agreement
Summary: Michigan has officially joined the Multi-State Internet Gaming Association (MSIGA) per a release from the Michigan Gaming Control Board. Why it matters: Michigan operators can now pool players with other MSIGA states (New Jersey, Delaware, and Nevada) provided they meet all the requirements laid out by the MGCB.Per the MGCB, “The operators still have […]
Minnesota Rep on sports betting failures
On Minnesota failing to pass a sports betting bill this year“(There are) too many legislators focused on short term political considerations instead of thinking about what is best for the whole state. The sports gambling issue is symbolic of how screwed up the lawmaking process is in Minnesota.”- Pat Garofalo, Minnesota State Rep. (Source Link)May […]
Minnesota sports betting hopes done for 2022
Summary: The Minnesota state Senate adjourned over the past weekend without passing a sports betting bill already approved by the House, ending 2022 sportsbook legalization hopes. Why it matters: Minnesota seemed like a leading legalization candidate after a bipartisan, bicameral group of lawmakers introduced an online and retail sportsbook framework backed by the state’s gaming […]
Cali tribal betting initiative opposed by SoCal city coalition
Summary: A group of Southern California cities is set to lobby against the Tribal Sports Wagering Act, the sports betting ballot measure most likely to succeed in November. Why it matters: The group, which includes representatives from Commerce, Compton, Hawaiian Gardens and Bell Gardens, says 32,000 jobs could be lost if the initiative goes through.They […]
Catena Media to carry out strategic review
Summary: Affiliate group will carry out a strategic review of the business following interest from third parties about acquiring certain group assets. Why it matters: Catena Media runs many betting and gaming affiliate websites, although the enquiries relate to its AskGamblers and AskTraders financial trading assets.The news came just two days after Catena Media released […]