Maine legislators will reconsider a bill authorizing online casinos at the upcoming special legislative session, despite the proposal being previously shelved.The bill, known as LD 1164, was introduced by Representative Ambureen Rana and was originally scheduled for review in April, but was temporar
In the modern economic history of the United States, Indian tribal gaming is recognized as one of the most successful economic development models on reservations. Over the past forty years, the industry has not only helped communities escape poverty but also granted Native Americans unprecedented ec
At one point during Wednesday’s panel session “The Next-Gen Player: How Emerging Tech is Reshaping Loyalty & Engagement,” moderator Jonathan Michaels pointed to reporter in the crowd and said, “There’s your headline.”Michaels, the principal of Michaels Strategies, was referring to something Eile
Nancy Ramirez Ayala looked around at the crowd attending Wednesday’s session “Mobile Gaming Under Siege: Fraud Hacks and Regulatory Gaps” and admitted people might question why a lawyer was a panelist.The answer, she said, is that cybersecurity concerns are no longer just the province of an IT depar
The head of the Oklahoma Indian Gaming Association said Thursday that tribes shouldn’t rush into a “bad deal” with the state when it comes to sports betting.His remarks came after a panel on the future of sports betting in Oklahoma at a meeting of the United Indian Nations of Oklahoma in Catoosa.Bal
Several Native American tribes with casino operations in the Sacramento region are investing heavily in downtown real estate, marking a shift beyond gaming into urban development. "There have been a lot of encouraging discussions around community development, and it's something they wanted to be par
Two bills aimed at legalizing sports betting in Oklahoma advanced from a House subcommittee this week, marking a step forward in the state’s long-debated push for regulated wagering. However, the legislation still faces significant obstacles, including tribal consent and potential opposition from Go
Table Trac Agrees to Power Apache Nugget with CMS SolutionCasino software developer Table Trac announced that it has signed an agreement with Apache Nugget Corporation, a business owned by the Jicarilla Apache Nation. Per the agreement, the former entity will power the tribal operator with its cutti
Wisconsin would likely see increased revenue but it would require either amending the state constitution or revising a pact with tribal nations in order to bring online sports wagering to the state, according to a new report from Wisconsin Policy Forum.The group does impartial public policy research
A tribal casino resort in northern California’s wine country got the green light last week, and the Chickasaw Nation of Oklahoma will help with its development and operations.In its final week, the Biden administration approved the Koi Nation of Northern California’s plans to construct the Shiloh Re
The Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians (GTB) is set to open a temporary casino next week (22 January) in Benzonia, marking the tribe's third gambling facility in Michigan. Located at 7282 Hoadley Road, the casino will occupy a tribal government building and will serve as a testing gr
The Coquille Indian Tribe didn’t waste any time offering video game gambling in Medford starting Sunday in the wake of a U.S. Department of Interior decision last week paving the way for a Class II-type casino.“It’s been 12 years, and we’re not waiting any longer,” said Ray Doering, director of publ
Play’n GO Enters Michigan, Pens Its First Tribal Operator DealPlay’n GO, a leading provider of content to the global casino industry, has unveiled a new tie-up with an American tribal gaming operator. According to the announcement, the Swedish supplier will deliver its world-class content to Eagle C
The proposed $180 million casino resort in Muskegon County by the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians may be reportedly reaching a dead end, according to Ogema Larry Romanelli. The proposed Muskegon casino would have been the Little River Band's second gaming facility, complementing their existingLi
Tribal leaders expressed optimism over North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum’s nomination as Secretary of the Interior by incoming President Donald Trump, citing his strong track record of working with Native American tribes and respect for tribal sovereignty. This comes as leaders brace for what could
The final Environmental Impact Statement for a proposed gambling facility in Medford was released last week, kicking off a public comment period ending Dec. 23 on what would be Oregon’s first off-reservation tribal gaming center.The final draft issued by the Bureau of Indian Affairs Friday includes
