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*FOR** IMMEDIATE RELEASE
*Contact: [email protected]

*MGCB Issues 12 Cease-and-Desist Letters to Offshore Gambling Operators Illegally Targeting Michigan Residents*

DETROIT, Dec. 3, 2025 — The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has issued 12 cease-and-desist letters to offshore gambling operators unlawfully offering online gaming and sports betting to Michigan residents. These actions reflect the agency’s unwavering commitment to protecting consumers and upholding the integrity of the state’s regulated gaming environment.

The letters were sent to the operators of *31 Bets Casino*,* Betnuvo*,* BetPhoenix*,* Booty.bet*, *Jackpotter*,* Kings Chance Casino*,* Mybitcoin Casino*, *Starbets*,* The Virtual Casino*,* This Is Vegas*,* Vegas Strip Casino*, and* xWin90 *after MGCB investigations determined they were offering illegal online casino-style games or sports betting in violation of state law.

“Illegal online gambling sites operate without oversight, putting players at risk and undermining Michigan’s secure, regulated marketplace,” said *MGCB* *Executive Director Henry Williams*. “We will continue to take relentless, decisive action to prevent unlicensed operators from targeting Michigan residents and ensure that all gaming is conducted lawfully and responsibly.”

Unauthorized operators pose significant risks to consumers, including a lack of player protections, no guarantee of fair games, and no recourse for disputes or withheld winnings. The MGCB encourages residents to use only licensed and approved platforms listed on the agency’s website [ [link removed] ].

Under the Lawful Internet Gaming Act, Lawful Sports Betting Act, and related state statutes, companies must be licensed by the MGCB to offer internet gaming or sports wagering in Michigan. Entities that ignore cease-and-desist directives may face additional enforcement measures.

Michigan residents who believe they have encountered an illegal gambling website or suspicious activity are encouraged to report it to the MGCB by emailing [email protected] or calling 1-888-314-2682.

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Gambling in any form is for entertainment purposes only. If you or someone you know may have a gambling problem, contact the National Problem Gambling Helpline at *1-800-GAMBLER*, text 800GAM, or visit ""www.1800gamblerchat.org" [ [link removed] ]". Help is available 24/7 and is free and confidential. Michigan citizens can also visit the ""Responsible Gaming page of the MGCB website" [ [link removed] ]" for information on self-exclusion programs including the Disassociated Persons List and the Internet Gaming and Sports Betting Responsible Gaming Database, and ""DontRegretTheBet.org" [ [link removed] ]" for additional tools to game responsibly.

""The Michigan Gaming Control Board shall ensure the conduct of fair and honest gaming to protect the interests of the citizens of the state of Michigan. Learn more at ""Michigan.gov/MGCB" [ [link removed] ]"."

 


* 2025.12.03-PR-MGCB-Issues-12-Cease-and-Desist-Letters.pdf [ [link removed] ]
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