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he Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) said Monday it has authorized the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of Potawatomi Indians and their platform provider partner, NYX Digital, to launch internet casino gaming and online sports betting under the FireKeepers Casino Hotel brand. Operations began July 12 at noon.
FireKeepers worked with NYX Digital to develop a self-branded platform. The casino joins just two others in the state to launch a self-branded product along with Four Winds Casino and a yet-to-launch platform from Soaring Eagle Casino.
“We are thrilled to be able to provide another level of entertainment to the people of Michigan,” FireKeepers CEO Kathy George said in a statement. “Guests can now enjoy the FireKeepers experience from the comfort of their own homes, or wherever they are within the state of Michigan.”
“We welcome the addition of FireKeepers Casino and partner NYX Digital to Michigan’s growing online gaming and sports wagering market,” said Henry Williams, MGCB executive director. “The tribe’s representatives provided key support for the development of the laws signed in 2019 that allow federally recognized tribes in Michigan to seek licenses for internet casino gaming and online sports betting. Their participation will generate revenue to support K-12 education, economic development, and the Nottawaseppi Huron Band’s tribal community.”
FireKeepers Casino is the 13th operator to provide both online gaming and sports betting in Michigan. The 14th operator may offer internet casino gaming only at this time.
