Key points:
- The Michigan Gaming Control Board issued cease-and-desist letters to 10 illegal operators
- The unlicensed platforms are owned by Apex Dynamics, based in Belize
- Offshore operators reportedly violated multiple Michigan laws, including the Lawful Internet Gaming Act
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has issued cease-and-desist letters to 10 offshore gambling operators allegedly offering illegal online casino-style games to residents across the state.
The platforms are all owned by Apex Dynamics, a company based in Belize and have been accused of breaching state gambling regulations.
The unlicensed websites – 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 – were identified as providing online gambling services without approval under Michigan’s legal framework.
Good to know: The MGCB has given them 14 days to comply or face further legal action in collaboration with the Michigan Attorney General’s Office
According to the regulator, investigations found the operators were offering payment options including credit cards, PayPal and cryptocurrencies, while implementing restrictive withdrawal conditions for players.
MGCB Executive Director Henry Williams said: “We will continue to take strong action to shut down illegal operations that undermine trust in Michigan’s legal gaming system.”
In March 2025, the MGCB issued cease-and-desist letters to five additional offshore companies, reinforcing its active enforcement stance.
The move comes as the state experiences a decline in monthly gaming revenue. According to MGCB data, Michigan’s iGaming and online sports betting revenue fell 18.9% from January to February 2025, though year-on-year figures remain strong. In total, February revenue reached $268.5m, with iGaming generating $209.1m.
