Michigan regulator takes action against 10 offshore gambling sites
The sites were found to be illegally offering a variety of casino-style games to Michigan residents.
US.- The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has issued cease-and-desist letters to 10 gaming brands owned by Apex Dynamics, a company based in Belize. The sites were found to be illegally offering a variety of casino-style games to Michigan residents.
The sites are Aladdin’s Gold Casino, All Star Slots, Buzz Luck, Club World Casinos, CryptoReels, High Noon, Lucky Red Casino, Manhattan Slots Casino, ReelSpin Casino and Slotter Casino. Investigations revealed violations of Michigan state laws, including the Lawful Internet Gaming Act, the Michigan Gaming Control and Revenue Act, and the Michigan Penal Code.
The sites have been given 14 days to stop targeting players in the state. The MGCB said it will work with the Michigan Attorney General’s Office to pursue legal action if they fail to comply. The regulator said the move would serve as a warning to Apex Dynamics and other entities operating illegally.
Henry Williams, MGCB executive director, said: “The Gaming Control Board’s relentless dedication to maintaining the integrity of Michigan’s gaming industry drives our efforts. We will continue to take strong action to shut down illegal operations that undermine trust in Michigan’s legal gaming system.”
The regulator warned that despite offering payment options like Visa, MasterCard, PayPal, and cryptocurrencies, unlicensed sites often impose restrictive withdrawal conditions, requiring players to wager their initial deposits several times before allowing access to winnings.
