On March 31, Powers Principal Bryan Newland was featured in two panels at the 2026 Indian Gaming Association Conference and Tradeshow which took place in San Deigo, California.
10:00 am – 11:00 am PT | Event Contracts, the CFTC, and the Future of Tribal Gaming
Prediction markets are no longer a fringe experiment. Under the oversight of an increasingly aggressive CFTC that is seeking to displace state and tribal control over gaming, these platforms are redefining wagering as financial contracts outside long-standing gaming frameworks. This session examines how federal regulation is shifting authority, reshaping market access, and undermining established compacts. Panelists explore the legal, regulatory, and economic consequences if this model takes hold, and why decisions ahead could permanently alter the future of tribal gaming.
11:00am – 12:00 pm PT | iGaming and Indian Country: Navigating Legal Pathways to Tribal Online Gaming Platforms
Internet gaming presents complex opportunities for tribal nations as commercial operators hold established positions and regulatory expansion has slowed. Tribal participation remains constrained by IGRA ambiguity, compact limits, and market uncertainty. This panel of experienced tribal gaming attorneys examines the legal frameworks, business models, and strategic decisions shaping iGaming entry. Topics include IGRA’s application to online gaming, digital jurisdiction theories, and compact strategies where states control access, providing guidance to evaluate feasibility and pursue sustainable digital growth.
To learn more about the Indian Gaming Association Conference and Tradeshow and their 2027 event, click here.