Delaware Cracks Down on VGW Luckyland with Cease-and-Desist Order
Delaware drew a hard line, with the Delaware Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE) issuing a cease-and-desist order to VGW Luckyland, Inc. The order, effective April 02, 2025, followed a thorough investigation that pegged the firm’s online operations as illegal gambling.
Investigation Sparks Action
The DGE found that VGW Luckyland masked its casino-style games as promotional lotteries, letting players buy virtual coins for a shot at real cash payouts. That setup, per the state, crosses into unlicensed betting territory.
The findings hit big legal markers. Delaware officials determined that VGW Luckyland’s activities violate the state’s Constitution, Criminal Code, and the 2012 Gaming Competitiveness Act.
The DGE didn’t hold back, ordering an immediate stop to the firm’s offerings. Now, Delaware residents can’t access VGW Luckyland’s unlicensed platforms, a move the state says protects folks from shady online gambling risks.
Why Delaware Stepped In
This isn’t VGW’s first brush with Delaware. The state sent an initial cease-and-desist letter on February 23, 2023, but VGW only caught wind of it during an August 2024 court proceeding.
The latest order doubles down, driven by a push to keep gaming legit. The DGE and Delaware State Lottery stressed that legal, responsible gambling is the priority, pointing residents to licensed platforms tied to regulated casinos instead.
The risks of unregulated setups like VGW Luckyland loom large. Players face shaky payout options, plus exposure to cybercrime, identity theft, and fraud—stuff licensed operators have to lock down.
Delaware officials flagged that illegal sites often dodge oversight, leaving consumers vulnerable. Some even mimic legit Delaware Casino branding, tricking folks into thinking they’re safe.
On top of that, these outfits bleed tax revenue the state counts on—licensed gambling chipped in $45.8 million to Delaware’s coffers in 2024 alone.
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