Michigan’s Gaming Control Board approved DraftKings’ integration of its Michigan online poker operations with New Jersey and Pennsylvania, the regulator confirmed on 13 July. The change is expected to increase player numbers and liquidity across the network, according to the report.
The approval lets DraftKings combine player pools across three states, affecting the scale of its licensed poker network.
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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.
The Tunica-Biloxi Tribe of Louisiana has launched the prediction-market app SaltTrade Derivatives. SaltTrade will handle branding, marketing and customer experience, while Kalshi will supply exchange infrastructure, including matching, clearing, custody and surveillance.
Games Global said it obtained a licence to operate in Alberta, extending its regulated Canadian presence beyond Ontario. The approval allows its partners to access its games in the province. The company also has a Canadian distribution and development partnership with OnAir Entertainment.