MGCB names 19 new sites as illegal gambling operators

MGCB goes after 19 more websites that it says are breaching gambling lawsThe operators have been offering casino-style games and sports betting without the necessary licenseThey have 14 days from receiving the cease-and-desist letters to comply

The Michigan Gaming Control Board has been relentless in its pursuit of offshore and illegal gambling operators, going after 19 new entities. On Wednesday, the regulator said that it had sent 19 cease-and-desist letters to the following operators:

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The gambling websites and operators had 14 days to comply with the request before the matter was referred to the relevant authorities, the MGCB stated. The watchdog demanded that the websites named in its list discontinue any activity that targets consumers in the Great Lakes State.

Notably, the regulator said that the websites breach Michigan’s Lawful Internet Gaming Act and Lawful Sports Betting Act. In the same stride, the MGCB has confirmed that it is also looking into other potential offenders, naming BoVegasCasino, BUSR, CherryGold Casino, Lucky Legends, and Wager Attack Casino.

Henry Williams, MGCB Executive Director, commented on the latest actions taken by the regulator against the black market and said:

"Illegal gambling operators threaten the safety of our citizens and the integrity of our gaming industry. When companies offer games without proper licensing, Michigan players are left without the critical protections they deserve. That’s unacceptable, and we’re taking strong action to stop it."

The MGCB has cautioned that the websites on its list failed to offer any meaningful consumer protection and enforcement. They were platforms that operated "in the shadows," Williams insisted, highlighting the issue and arguing that consumers were exposed to serious harm.

Furthermore, Michigan regulates both iGaming and mobile sports betting, meaning that any operator that wishes to enter the market will need to first get a relevant license from the authority.

This is not the first time the MGCB has acted against the offshore gambling market. In February, the regulator announced measures against nine other websites.