Four New Mexico tribes have asked a federal judge to force Kalshi to block its sports betting app on tribal lands, escalating a legal fight over whether federal or tribal law controls online prediction markets in the state
Arizona has built a robust sports betting market over five years with billions wagered while California voters have rejected legalization and face at least a two-year wait for any new ballot measure
Caesars Sportsbook is seeking to dismiss a federal lawsuit from the Cayuga Nation over mobile sports bets allegedly placed on tribal land without a compact or authorization, raising new questions about tribal gaming rights and operator liability
A federal appeals court has backed Nevada’s authority to ban Kalshi’s sports event contracts, intensifying the legal and regulatory fight over prediction markets and raising new concerns for tribal gaming revenue
New Jersey has asked the U.S. Supreme Court to resolve whether prediction market sports contracts fall under federal or state regulation, following conflicting appellate rulings and mounting industry uncertainty
Ho-Chunk Inc. has begun building a $100 million WarHorse casino in South Sioux City, Nebraska, aiming to create over 200 permanent jobs and deliver millions in local tax revenue, with a 2027 launch planned
Oklahoma tribal leaders are sounding the alarm as Congress considers expanding CFTC oversight of prediction markets, a move they say could erode tribal gaming authority and reshape the state’s gambling landscape
NCAA Division I schools can now feature commercial casino and gaming sponsorships on regular-season uniforms, opening new revenue streams and raising questions about the future of gambling partnerships in college sports
The Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas has launched Naskila Casino Leggett, adding over 300 electronic bingo machines and more than 100 jobs, with plans for a future resort at the site in East Texas
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has issued emergency directives telling prediction market platform Kalshi to continue operations in states where courts and regulators have ordered it to stop, raising new questions about federal and state authority
Holly Gagnon will join the American Gaming Association Gaming Hall of Fame in 2026, recognizing her leadership across tribal and commercial gaming, including roles at Foxwoods Resort Casino and Pearl River Resort
Wipfli presented new data on tribal casino finances at Elevate 2026, highlighting trends in profitability, labor costs, and the unique goals of tribal operators across urban and rural markets
The future of prediction markets in U.S. tribal gaming faces a turning point as dozens of court cases challenge federal oversight, with a Supreme Court decision likely to determine regulatory authority
A CFTC emergency order instructing Kalshi to keep trading in New York despite a state court order has drawn sharp criticism from tribal-gaming attorneys and raised new questions about federal and state regulatory boundaries
Bill Lance Jr. will join the American Gaming Association’s Gaming Hall of Fame Class of 2026 after using his leadership as Secretary of Commerce to expand tribal gaming and direct gaming revenue toward healthcare and services in Oklahoma
Wipfli is working with over 100 tribal casinos across the U.S., focusing on financial health, technology upgrades, and risk management as tribal operators face new challenges from prediction markets and evolving regulatory oversight
Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel in Michigan has launched a dedicated RV park, aiming to draw more adult visitors and road travelers. The move highlights a growing trend among tribal casinos to diversify amenities and reach new customer segments
Wipfli has scheduled a two-day in-person workshop for tribal gaming finance, audit and accounting professionals at Graton Resort and Casino in California, focusing on revenue controls and operational efficiency
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s approach to prediction markets is under fire as state and tribal regulators challenge federal intervention, raising questions about the future of event contracts and regulatory authority
Seneca Nation will invest $47 million to renovate 594 hotel rooms at Seneca Niagara in New York, with work starting October and completion targeted for late 2027, as the property prepares for increased competition in the Niagara Falls area
Mary Cheeks will step down as President and General Manager of Jamul Casino Resort in California after eight years, following a period of significant property growth and leadership transition
A Washington judge has ordered Kalshi to geofence its platform, blocking sports, politics, and entertainment event contracts for state residents. Tribal leaders expect the dispute over prediction markets to reach the Supreme Court
Tribal casinos saw significant revenue growth in 2025, but higher operating costs reduced net profit margins, according to Wipfli’s latest Indian Gaming Cost of Doing Business Report
Rock & Brews Casino in northern Oklahoma has started construction on a 25,000 sq. ft. entertainment center and a 21-space RV park, with completion targeted for 2026 and 2027. The project aims to expand the casino’s regional appeal
