Michigan Gaming Control Board Intensifies Crackdown on Offshore Gambling
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The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has established itself as a prominent authority in regulating and curbing the activities of offshore gambling markets. Recently, the board has intensified its efforts by taking decisive action against these unauthorized operators. They have identified several casinos and issued them with cease-and-desist letters, accompanied by a standard 14-day compliance window.
Michigan Targets Another Wave of Offshore Gambling Sites
This initiative is not a novel undertaking for the MGCB, as they have consistently targeted this sector through various measures in recent months. In their latest enforcement, MGCB has specifically highlighted several platforms such as:
- BetWhale Casino
- Black Lotus Casino
- Coins Game Casino
- Love2play Casino
- Orion Stars 777 Players
Henry Williams, serving as the Executive Director at the MGCB, emphasized that these illegal platforms have breached Michigan’s gaming regulations, thereby jeopardizing consumer safety by denying them critical protections. The MGCB pointed out that these websites contravened the Lawful Internet Gaming Act, the Michigan Gaming Control and Revenue Act, and the Michigan Penal Code, among other statutes.
Furthermore, the regulator noted that while these operators accepted traditional payment methods like bank cards and cryptocurrencies, they imposed stringent withdrawal conditions. The most significant violation, as argued by the MGCB, was the requirement for players to repeatedly wager their deposits before being allowed to withdraw funds.
“Our top priority is safeguarding Michigan residents by ensuring that all online gaming activities are conducted legally and safely. These operators must cease their activities or face further legal consequences,” Williams asserted.
MGCB Intensifies Enforcement Actions in 2025
Just a few weeks prior, the MGCB initiated similar proceedings against several other offshore gambling sites. In both scenarios, the regulator warned of potential escalation, indicating their readiness to collaborate with the state’s Attorney General’s Office to pursue those who disregard the cease-and-desist mandates.
Earlier in January, the MGCB took action against MyBookie. Overall, the regulator has effectively targeted some of the largest offshore gambling entities operating in the United States. It is anticipated that the MGCB will continue its vigilant efforts to crack down on unlicensed operators in the future.
