Michigan Cracks Down on Five More Offshore Casinos with Cease-and-Desist Orders

Targets in the Spotlight

The MGCB zeroed in on five unlicensed operators: BetWhale Casino from Curaçao, Black Lotus Casino owned by Belize-based TD Investments Ltd., Coins Game Casino also from Curaçao, Love2play Casino operating out of Curaçao and Costa Rica, and Orion Stars 777 Players based in China’s Sichuan Province.

Each received formal notice to stop offering services to Michigan players within two weeks. Failure to comply will trigger collaboration with the Michigan Attorney General’s office for further legal steps.

Executive Director Henry Williams emphasized the risks these sites pose. “These illegal platforms not only violate Michigan’s gaming regulations but also put consumers at risk by offering unreliable withdrawal options and lacking essential consumer protections. Our top priority is safeguarding Michigan residents by ensuring that all online gaming activities are conducted legally and safely. These operators must stop their activities or face additional legal consequences,” he said.

Part of a Bigger Sweep

This latest round builds on recent MGCB efforts. Earlier, the board targeted BetNow and MyBookie.ag, run by Curaçao’s Duranbah Limited N.V., with similar orders. Before that, it sent cease-and-desist letters to nine other unlicensed operators, including BetAnySports, CoolCat Casino, Diamond Sportsbook International (BetDSI.eu), Go Go Gold, My Dreams Casino, NonStop Casino, Palace of Chance, Xbet Casino, and WagerWeb.

These operators often lure players with a wide range of games and betting options. Yet, without state oversight, they fall short on accountability, leaving users vulnerable to payment issues and unchecked practices.