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27 stories·Updated Jul 21, 2026
TribalCJ Zambale3 min read
Indian Gaming Revenue Hits Record $46.2 Billion as Tribal Casinos Continue Historic Growth
The U.S. tribal gaming industry posted a record $46.2 billion in gross gaming revenue during fiscal year 2025, highlighting another year of strong growth and economic impact for tribal nations.
TribalCJ Zambale1 min read
Chukchansi Gold Resort Opens Largest Smoke-Free Gaming Venue
Chukchansi Gold Resort & Casino has unveiled the Acorn Casino, a new smoke-free gaming venue that expands the property's gaming floor to 2,000 slot machines and 45 table games.
Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read
Ninth Circuit Reviews Tribal Appeal Against Kalshi
California tribes argue prediction market operator's sports event contracts infringe on tribal gaming rights
TribalCJ Zambale2 min read
California Judge Blocks Attorney General's Bid to Ban Blackjack at Cardrooms
A California judge has ruled that private cardrooms can continue offering blackjack after finding state regulators exceeded their legal authority.
TribalCJ Zambale2 min read
Arizona Tribal Gaming Contributions Reach $46.2 Million in Q4
Arizona's tribal casinos contributed more than $46.2 million to the Arizona Benefits Fund during the fourth quarter of FY2026.
TribalRyan Cauchi3 min read
North Carolina Casino Expansion Faces Blow After Lumbee Amendment Rejected
Tribal vote halts casino plans as debate over economic growth and gaming expansion continues
TribalCJ Zambale3 min read
Caesars Expands Tribal Partnerships Ahead of Maine Online Casino Launch
Caesars Entertainment is expanding its partnerships with three Wabanaki Nations ahead of Maine's online casino launch, bringing three iGaming platforms to the state once regulatory approval is complete.
TribalCJ Zambale3 min read
Alabama-Coushatta Tribe Breaks Ground on New Texas Casino Resort
The Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas has broken ground on a new casino resort project in Leggett, a major expansion that is expected to open in 2028 and bring new gaming, hospitality, and tourism opportunities to East Texas.
TribalRyan Cauchi3 min read
CFTC Proposal Sparks Tribal Sovereignty Concerns in Prediction Market Debate
Tribal leaders warn proposed federal rule could reshape the balance of power in gaming regulation
TribalRyan Cauchi2 min read
Cayuga Nation Launches Lawsuit Against Caesars
Lawsuit centres on alleged trademark and branding violations linked to New York gaming operations
TribalCJ Zambale4 min read
Ho-Chunk Nation Seeks to Revive Advertising Claims in Ongoing Kalshi Lawsuit
The Ho-Chunk Nation is seeking to revive advertising-related claims against Kalshi while continuing its effort to stop sports event contracts from being offered on tribal land.
TribalCJ Zambale4 min read
Why Maine's New Tribal iGaming Law Is About More Than Online Casinos
Maine's new tribal iGaming law is being viewed as both a gambling expansion measure and a significant step toward economic sovereignty for the Wabanaki Nations.
TribalCJ Zambale2 min read
Kewadin Casinos Launches New Phase of Multimillion-Dollar Property Upgrades
Kewadin Casinos is launching a new phase of multimillion-dollar upgrades, including a waterpark, sports bar, hotel improvements, and expanded RV facilities across several Michigan properties.
TribalRyan Cauchi3 min read
Tlingit & Haida Opens Casino as Alaska Gaming Policy Faces Review
Two Coppers Casino launches amid uncertainty surrounding the future of tribal gaming in Alaska
TribalCJ Zambale2 min read
Federal Judge Lets Ho-Chunk Nation Lawsuit Against Kalshi Move Forward
The Ho-Chunk Nation scored an early legal win after a federal judge allowed its lawsuit against Kalshi’s sports prediction markets to move forward.
Industry NewsCJ Zambale3 min read
AGA and Tribal Gaming Groups Push Congress to Crack Down on Prediction Markets
Gaming and tribal organizations are urging Congress to stop prediction markets from bypassing state regulated sports betting laws.
TribalCJ Zambale2 min read
Oklahoma Tribes Defeat Stitt in Sweepstakes Casino Showdown
Governor Kevin Stitt vetoed Oklahoma’s proposed sweepstakes casino ban, keeping the growing legal battle over online gaming alive.
TribalCJ Zambale2 min read
US Gaming Groups Intensify Push Against Prediction Markets
US GAMING ORGANIZATIONS AND TRIBAL GROUPS ARE INCREASING PRESSURE ON REGULATORS AND LAWMAKERS AS THE BATTLE OVER PREDICTION MARKETS CONTINUES TO EXPAND ACROSS THE COUNTRY.
TribalCJ Zambale2 min read
Nebraska’s Online Betting Push Could Reshape Tribal Gaming Debate
NEBRASKA’S ONLINE BETTING PUSH IS EVOLVING INTO A LARGER FIGHT OVER TRIBAL GAMING, GAMBLING CONTROL, AND THE FUTURE OF WAGERING IN THE STATE.
TribalRyan Cauchi2 min read
Tribal Gaming Leaders Challenge Prediction Markets Before Hearing
INDUSTRY VOICES WARN EVENT CONTRACTS THREATEN TRIBAL GAMING RIGHTS AND ESTABLISHED REGULATION
TribalCJ Zambale2 min read
Maine Tribes Step In to Defend Internet Gaming Law Amid Legal Fight
FOUR MAINE TRIBES HAVE FORMALLY ENTERED A FEDERAL LAWSUIT TO DEFEND THE STATE’S NEW INTERNET GAMING LAW, SETTING UP A HIGH-STAKES LEGAL BATTLE THAT COULD SHAPE THE FUTURE OF TRIBAL GAMING IN THE STATE.
TribalCJ Zambale2 min read
Vallejo Approves Temporary Casino Plan for Scotts Valley Tribe Amid Federal Review
THE SCOTTS VALLEY BAND OF POMO INDIANS HAS WON VALLEJO CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL FOR A TEMPORARY CASINO, A KEY LOCAL STEP FORWARD AS ITS $700 MILLION RESORT PROJECT REMAINS UNDER FEDERAL REVIEW.
TribalRyan Cauchi2 min read
Tribal Leaders Push Back on CFTC Over Prediction Markets
CONCERNS GROW OVER FEDERAL MOVES AND THE FUTURE OF TRIBAL CONTROL
TribalCJ Zambale2 min read
Tribal Gaming Leaders Push Back Against Prediction Markets Ahead of Kalshi Hearing
TRIBAL GAMING LEADERS ARE STEPPING UP THEIR FIGHT AGAINST PREDICTION MARKETS LIKE KALSHI, ARGUING THEY BYPASS GAMBLING LAWS AND PUT TRIBAL REVENUES AT RISK AHEAD OF A KEY HOUSE HEARING.
TribalRyan Cauchi2 min read
Tribal Casinos Raise Concerns Over Prediction Market Expansion
GROWING TENSION AS NEW PLATFORMS CHALLENGE LONG STANDING GAMING FRAMEWORKS
Industry NewsCJ Zambale2 min read
Wisconsin Legalizes Online Sports Betting Under Tribal Framework
WISCONSIN HAS OFFICIALLY TAKEN A SIGNIFICANT STEP IN EXPANDING ITS GAMBLING MARKET, WITH GOVERNOR TONY EVERS SIGNING A BILL INTO LAW THAT LEGALIZES ONLINE SPORTS BETTING IN THE STATE.
Industry NewsRyan Cauchi2 min read
Wisconsin Edges Closer to Mobile Sports Betting Launch
TRIBAL OPERATORS TAKE THE LEAD AS WISCONSIN EYES ONLINE SPORTS BETTING