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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.
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Inspired Partners with Jogo de Ouro in Brazil

Inspired Entertainment, Inc., a leading provider of B2B gaming content, systems, and solutions, is excited to announce a new partnership with Jogo de Ouro, a Brazilian-based sportsbook and casino operator, to bring Inspired’s acclaimed slot titles to its players.
This partnership signals a major step forward in Inspired’s growth strategy, as the market expands during its new era of regulation. With this launch, Jogo de Ouro’s players in Brazil will now have access to Inspired’s rapidly expanding catalogue of online slot content, including hit titles such as Golden Winner™ (CampeĂŁo de Ouro), Big Piggy Bank™ (Super Confrinho da Sorte), Big Fishing Fortune™ (Super Pescaria da Fortuna), alongside global fan favourites like Gold Cash Free Spins™ (Grana de Ouro Giros Gratis), Cops â€n’ Robbers Big Money™ (Policia e Ladrao Muita Grana), and more.
Jogo de Ouro will feature regular content releases from Inspired, giving its players access to a variety of new experiences, including proven, high-performing global hits. The portfolio blends iconic classics, innovative features, and seasonal favourites, all designed with high-impact mechanics that drive both engagement and retention. The partnership with Jogo de Ouro broadens Inspired’s global footprint and brings proven content to one of the most promising iGaming markets, in the world.
Claire Osborne, Vice President of Interactive at Inspired Entertainment, said: “We’re thrilled to be partnering with Jogo de Ouro to bring our diverse games portfolio to Brazilian audiences. From player-favourite classics to fun seasonal titles, our games are crafted for engagement and have proven performance. This collaboration will deliver exceptional entertainment experiences to Jogo de Ouro’s players.”
Flavio Sukar, CEO at Jogo de Ouro, added: “This partnership positions Jogo de Ouro at the forefront of Brazilian iGaming, delivering top-tier casino content to our players. We’re proud to partner with Inspired, and we look forward to bringing their high-quality games and regular new releases to audiences across the country.”
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Brightstar Lottery PLC announced that it will deploy its fully-integrated lottery solution, OMNIA, to modernize retail and digital solutions for the Missouri Lottery via an eight-year contract. OMNIA seamlessly connects retail and digital lottery channels and was designed to simplify operations and elevate player experiences. Brightstar will also enhance the Missouri Lottery’s digital program to include Connected Play, second-chance promotions and loyalty program.
“For more than 30 years, the Missouri Lottery has relied on Brightstar’s world-class technology and insight to help contribute more than $8.5 billion to public education throughout our state. We are excited to build upon this long-term partnership over the course of the next eight years and deliver new, premier experiences for our players,” said Lester Elder, Missouri Lottery Executive Director.
“Brightstar is honored to support the Missouri Lottery as it embraces the evolving lottery landscape and implements innovative solutions that will increase flexibility to manage its operations and engage players in new ways. We look forward to delivering these high-performing solutions, while helping the Lottery achieve its goals of maximizing funds to education,” said Scott Gunn, Brightstar Chief Operating Officer North America Lottery.
Brightstar will also deliver new retailer equipment including 5250 Retailer Pro S2s, 2220 GameTouch 28s, 75 GameTouch 20s, 250 GameTouch Draws, 1250 Digital Menu Boards, and an enhanced communications network. These solutions drive player engagement and offer versatility, reliability, and convenience, backed by the high performance and integrity of Brightstar’s market-leading central system.
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The SG Content Hub launch expands Scientific Games’ longtime relationship with the DC Lottery for DC Scratchers games that began with the Lottery’s start-up in 1982.
The world’s largest lottery games company developed the SG Content Hub to serve the rapidly expanding digital lottery channel with a broad variety of engaging, unique iLottery game experiences. The SG Content Hub operates seamlessly with lottery gaming systems technology and iLottery platforms.
Randy Burnside, DC Lottery Executive Director, said: “The DC Lottery is thrilled to offer our players a wide selection of new and exciting games through the SG Content Hub. We are building on our success with DC Scratchers from Scientific Games and the company’s deep understanding of lottery players and the entertainment experience.”
Since its inception in 1982, the DC Lottery has awarded more than $4.8 billion in prizes, transferred more than $2.4 billion to the District’s General Fund, which supports essential services in the District, generated more than $501.4 million in commissions for its retail business partners, and helped local nonprofits raise more than $139.5 million in support of social causes.
Matt Lynch, President, Digital for Scientific Games, said: “We are excited to bring our global expertise, content and technology to the DC Lottery with an evolutionary content aggregator developed to offer players an exciting portfolio of iLottery games, with the agility to adapt to play preferences and market trends. The engaging variety of digital lottery games offered through the SG Content Hub ensures long-term sustainable growth for the DC Lottery and its beneficiary programs in the District of Columbia.”
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