Michigan Regulators ‘Cautiously Optimistic’ For 2020 Launch Of Internet Gambling
Michigan Gaming Control Board Executive Director Richard Kalm expects to issue second draft of internet gambling rules this week.
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Michigan Gaming Control Board Executive Director Richard Kalm expects to issue second draft of internet gambling rules this week.
The revenue crunch caused by closed Detroit casinos will be felt by the city and the state of Michigan for years to come.
Michigan's lone remaining horse track, Northville Downs, is close to agreements with TwinSpires, TVG, Xpressbet, and NYRA Bets.
The Michigan Lottery, which has been missing out on revenue during the COVID-19 pandemic, offers a chance online at a $336 million Mega Millions jackpot.
Friday's reopening of Northern Waters Casino Resort in Watersmeet will make it two of Michigan's 26 casinos taking bets this weekend.
Though the timetable for launch is up in the air, supplier forms for online gambling and mobile sports betting platforms in Michigan are available now.