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| Published On Dec 2, 2025 11:49 pm CET | By iGaming Team

Hard Rock Bet Gains Approval in Michigan

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Michigan recorded a new change in its online betting framework after regulators authorized Hard Rock Bet as the internet gaming and sports wagering provider for the Hannahville Indian Community. The approval fulfills the state requirement that every digital operator maintain a formal link with a licensed land casino.


Good to Know

  • Hard Rock Bet becomes the chosen online partner of the Hannahville Indian Community
  • 888 VHL exited the market, ending its role in Michigan
  • State law requires online operators to work through a land casino

Michigan Approval Sets Up New Betting Chapter

Regulators granted Hard Rock Bet authority to manage online casino play and sports betting for the Hannahville Indian Community, which oversees Island Resort and Casino in Harris. The tribe needed a new digital operator after 888 VHL vacated the market, following an earlier transition from SI Sportsbook.

The Michigan Gaming Control Board confirmed that Hard Rock Bet may begin offering online sports wagering without delay. Executive director Henry Williams noted the importance of regulatory safeguards. He said:

“Our continued focus on maintaining integrity, transparency, and consumer protection in Michigan’s online gaming and sports betting space. We look forward to seeing the Hannahville Indian Community and Hard Rock provide a safe, responsible, and enjoyable wagering experience for players across the state – and especially for those served by one of Michigan’s long-standing tribal gaming operators in the Upper Peninsula.”

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Hard Rock Bet now operates in ten regulated sports betting markets across the United States. The brand had paid close attention to Michigan based on the state reputation for strong online casino activity, stable oversight, and high player engagement.

Marlon Goldstein, executive managing director and CEO of Hard Rock Digital, detailed the company outlook for the region. He said:

“Our launch in Michigan builds on our momentum as we bring the legendary Hard Rock experience to more fans across the country, offering a trusted online casino and sportsbook on our top-rated and easy-to-use platform.”