MGCB Approves Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe’s Transition to White Hat Gaming Platform

DETROIT, Nov. 12, 2026 — The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has approved Soaring Eagle Gaming’s request to transition its internet gaming and internet sports betting platform operations to White Hat Gaming Inc. The Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe, operator of Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort in Mount Pleasant, was authorized to begin offering online play on the new platform on Nov. 10, 2026. White Hat Gaming Inc. replaces GAN as the Tribe’s platform provider.

The MGCB reviewed and approved the White Hat Gaming Inc. Platform along with the Tribe’s branding submission. The Tribe has provided an executed agreement with White Hat Gaming Inc., and all suppliers and vendors essential for launch have been approved by the Board.

“This approval reflects the MGCB’s careful review to ensure every platform serving Michigan players meets our standards for integrity, security, and consumer protection,” said MGCB Executive Director Henry Williams. “We look forward to Soaring Eagle Gaming and White Hat Gaming Inc. continuing to provide a safe and responsible online wagering experience for players across the state.”

To maintain compliance with Michigan law and MGCB regulations, Soaring Eagle Gaming and White Hat Gaming Inc. must:

• Offer only Board-approved internet games and authorized sports betting event and wager types;
• Use Board-approved suppliers, Board-registered vendors, and Board-approved cashiering and depositing locations;
• Adhere to all Board-approved internal controls, account terms and conditions, and change-control processes for the platform;
• Timely submit all taxes, payments, and fees required under the Lawful Internet Gaming Act and Lawful Sports Betting Act;
• Comply with all applicable statutory and regulatory provisions and Board directives;
• Fully adopt all Board-approved internal control amendments.

The MGCB remains committed to ensuring that all licensed operators and providers uphold Michigan’s high standards for regulatory compliance, responsible gaming, and consumer protection.

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