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Michigan iGaming, Sports Betting Operators Report $242.5 Million in December Revenue, $2.3 Billion Total for 2023
Michigan commercial and tribal operators reported a combined $242.5 million total Internet gaming (iGaming) gross receipts and gross sports betting receipts in December. Gross receipts increased 15.9% compared to November.
Monthly Gross Receipts
December iGaming gross receipts totaled $181.4 million, the highest to date. The previous high was $175.3 million recorded in November of 2023. Gross sports betting receipts for December totaled $61.1 million, also the highest to date. The previous high was $54.1 million achieved in November of 2021. Last month, iGaming gross receipts were $175.3 million and gross sports betting receipts were $33.9 million.
Monthly Adjusted Gross Receipts
Combined total iGaming and Internet sports betting adjusted gross receipts (AGR) for December were $198.4 million including $163.3 million from iGaming and $35.1 million from Internet sports betting; representing an iGaming increase of 3.5% and a $34.9 million increase for sports betting when compared to November of 2023. Compared to December of 2022 reported revenues, iGaming AGR was up by 18.8% and sports betting was up by 14.3%.
Monthly Handle
Total Internet sports betting handle at $583.0 million was up by 2.5% from the $568.8 million handle recorded in November of 2023. This is the highest Internet sports betting handle to date.
Monthly State Taxes/Payments
The operators reported submitting $36.7 million in taxes and payments to the state of Michigan during December, of which:
- iGaming taxes and fees = $34.1 million
- Internet sports betting taxes and fees = $2.6 million
Monthly City of Detroit Taxes/Payments
The three Detroit casinos reported paying the city of Detroit $9.4 million in wagering taxes and municipal services fees during December, of which:
- iGaming taxes and fees = $8.4 million
- Internet sports betting taxes and fees = $1.0 million
Monthly Tribal Operators’ Payments
Tribal operators reported making $4.3 million in payments to governing bodies in December.
Annual Gross Receipts
In 2023, Michigan commercial and tribal operators reported a combined $2.3 billion total iGaming gross receipts and gross sports betting receipts; $1.9 billion from iGaming and $420.4 million from Internet sports betting, an 18.3% increase over 2022.
Annual Adjusted Gross Receipts
In 2023, Michigan commercial and tribal operators reported a combined $1.956 billion total iGaming adjusted gross receipts and adjusted gross sports betting receipts; $1.733 billion from iGaming and $223.451 million from Internet sports betting, an 18.8% increase over 2022.
Annual Handle
Total handle for 2023 was $4.6 billion.
Annual State Taxes/Payments
The operators paid $369.8 million in taxes and payments to the state of Michigan in 2023, of which:
- iGaming taxes and fees = $354.0 million
- Internet sports betting taxes and fees = $15.8 million
Annual City of Detroit Taxes/Payments
The three Detroit casinos reported paying the city of Detroit $95.8 million in wagering taxes and municipal services fees in 2023, of which:
- iGaming taxes and fees = $89.4 million
- Internet sports betting taxes and fees = $6.4 million
Annual Tribal Operators’ Payments
Tribal operators reported making $43.1 million in payments to governing bodies in 2023.
An online gaming and sports betting revenue distribution table is available on the agency’s website.
As of December, a total of 15 commercial and tribal operators have been authorized to launch iGaming and/or Internet sports betting. Currently, 14 commercial and tribal operators offer Internet sports betting and 15 operators offer iGaming. Details for each operator’s Internet gaming and Internet sports betting results are available on the MGCB website.
Gambling in any form is for entertainment purposes only. If someone has a gambling problem, please call the state’s 24-hour, toll-free helpline at 1-800-270-7117 or the MGCB’s responsible gaming section at 1-888-223-3044. Visit the Responsible Gaming page of the MGCB website for information on self-exclusion programs including the Disassociated Persons List and the Internet Gaming and Sports Betting Responsible Gaming Database and DontRegretTheBet .org for additional tools to game responsibly.
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) shall ensure the conduct of fair and honest gaming to protect the interests of the citizens of the state of Michigan. Learn more at Michigan.gov/MGCB.
Palace Bingo & Sports Bets Casino in Cancún has taken a major step forward by introducing Zitro’s revolutionary CONCEPT cabinet line and new games that promise to elevate the gaming experience in this iconic Mexican tourist destination.
The newly installed titles—Legendary Sword, Triple Charm Journey, Fairyland Quest, and Merging Fu Pots —are designed to appeal to all types of players. They feature stunning graphics, innovative mechanics, and rewarding prizes that enhance the excitement of play.
Representatives from El Palacio de los Números commented: “The addition of Zitro’s games and CONCEPT cabinets at our Cancún casino has been an overwhelming success. Player feedback has been exceptional, with many praising the visual quality, engaging gameplay, and the wide range of prizes. This new offering is undoubtedly transforming the gaming experience on our floor.â€
Johnny Ortiz Viveiros, founder of Zitro, added: “We’re very pleased that Palace Bingo & Sports Bets Casino in Cancún has again chosen Zitro to innovate its entertainment lineup. The combination of our CONCEPT cabinets and new games provides a unique player experience and drives profitability for the operator.â€
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ACR POKER ADDS BONUS FLIGHTS TO MASSIVE DUAL VENOM TOURNAMENTS, GIVING PLAYERS ANOTHER CHANCE TO WIN
Extra flights to take place on Saturday, April 26th for the $10 Million NLH and $2 Million PLO events
ACR Poker is giving players another shot at poker glory with the addition of bonus flights for the huge Dual Venom tournaments that are running side by side. Included are a massive $10 million GTD NLH event and $2 million GTD PLO event. The bonus flights will take place this Saturday, April 26th at 1:05pm ET, ahead of the final Day 1 flight on Sunday, April 27th.
Day 1 survivors from the six flights in the $10 Million NLH Venom will return for Day 2 on Monday, April 28th, and if they advance, continue to Day 3 on Tuesday. Day 3 survivors will compete for the Venom NLH title at the Final Table on Wednesday, April 30th at 4:05pm ET. With a $2,650 buy-in, the champion is set to win an estimated $1 million. Meanwhile, the winner of the $2 Million PLO event, which ties as the largest Omaha event in ACR Poker’s history, is projected to win a top prize of $400,000.
“Venom is really heating up and the extra flights are another chance for anyone who still wants to make a run at Day 2 and get a piece of the huge prize pools and the Venom glory,†said ACR Pro Chris Moneymaker.
There’s still time for players to lock in their Venom entry through ACR Poker’s Venom Fever Satellites, with qualifiers starting at $0. Venom Madness, Direct and Mega Satellites offer players affordable routes into both headline tournaments. Additional opportunities include the Venom Vault, which has already awarded over $150,000 in prizes and 22 X $2,650 seats.
ACR Poker is also hosting Venom Specials during every Day 1 and Day 2 of the Dual Venoms, featuring over $14 million in guaranteed prizes. Plus, the $500,000 GTD Venom Warmup has daily Day 1 flights running through this Sunday, April 27th, for just a $66 buy-in.
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Quick Custom Intelligence Joins Theo Awards as Silver Sponsor, Expanding Support of Casino DMA’s Mission
Casino Direct Marketing Association (Casino DMA), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing casino marketing through education and connection, is proud to announce that Quick Custom Intelligence (QCI) has signed on as a Silver Sponsor of the upcoming Theo Awards. This new sponsorship marks an exciting expansion of QCI’s support for Casino DMA’s mission and programs.
“Marketing for casinos is a unique challenge, blending creative artistry with data science,†said Dr. Ralph Thomas, Chief Executive Officer at QCI. “We’re grateful to Casino DMA for the opportunity to sponsor this event and eager to hear the stories that emerge. It’s this kind of sharing that makes our industry stronger.â€
“We’re thrilled to welcome QCI as a sponsor,†said Steven Paci, president of Casino DMA. “Their commitment to innovation and excellence in casino marketing perfectly aligns with our goal of elevating and celebrating the work of our industry’s brightest minds.â€
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