Michigan’s Gaming Control Board approved DraftKings’ shared-pool poker offering in Michigan, the board said. The product has been available since 8 July to users in Michigan, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. DraftKings operates in Michigan through a partnership with the Bay Mills Indian Community, according to the report.
The approval lets DraftKings offer shared-pool poker across three participating state markets.
Quarter ended 30 September 2026
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The Indiana Gaming Commission says applicants for a paid fantasy sports operator licence must pay a non-refundable $50,000 application fee. The commission may raise the initial fee to $75,000 to cover division costs; permanent licences are subject to a suitability investigation and require annual renewal for $5,000.
The Louisiana Gaming Control Board conditionally extended DraftKings’ sports betting authorisation through 19 February 2027, allowing investigators more time to examine allegations about AI use and responsible gambling practices. The board set a full renewal hearing for 18 February 2027; its chairman said the extension was not a finding of wrongdoing.
Louisiana state regulators declined to renew DraftKings' full gambling licence. The sportsbook remains available in the state under a conditional extension while officials investigate its business practices, use of artificial intelligence and responsible gaming measures. DraftKings must supply the requested information and satisfy regulators that its practices meet state requirements.
The Louisiana Gaming Control Board declined to renew DraftKings' full gambling licence, the company's existing licence was extended on a conditional basis while regulators examine its business practices, use of artificial intelligence and responsible gaming measures. DraftKings can continue operating in the state under the current licence. The board voted unanimously on 15 October to impose additional requirements on the company, according to the account of the renewal hearing.
Reportedly, Louisiana regulators have delayed DraftKings’ full licence renewal. The outlet linked the postponement to an AI investigation.
Alberta's iGaming Corp added Betway Canada to the province's operating-platform list on 28 September, bringing its sportsbook and online casino to the regulated market. The announcement also listed Apollo Entertainment's Golden Tiger Casino; more than 30 platforms were active in the market, according to the report.