Michigan regulator orders six unlicensed online casinos to cease operations 

The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has ordered six unlicensed online casinos to immediately stop offering gambling to Michigan residents. The sites are: Fortune Horizon Casino, Goat Spins Casino, High Roller Casino, Slots.lv, True Fortune Casino, and Vegas Gems Casino.

“These sites try to attract players with flashy ads and promises of big wins, but the reality is far riskier: no oversight, no consumer protections, and no guarantee you’ll ever see your money again,” said Henry Williams, MGCB Executive Director. “Michigan law is clear—if you want to operate here, you must be licensed.”

Michigan allows internet gaming and sports betting only through licensed operators overseen by the MGCB. Unlicensed sites violate state law, including the Lawful Internet Gaming Act, the Michigan Gaming Control and Revenue Act, and provisions of the Michigan Penal Code.

Unlike regulated platforms, illegal casinos are not required to follow independent testing, responsible gaming standards, or consumer safeguards, the regulator warns. Each operator has been ordered to immediately stop targeting Michigan residents. Operators that ignore the orders could face legal action from the Michigan Department of Attorney General.

The MGCB’s "Play It Smart, Michigan" initiative offers resources to help players distinguish legitimate gambling platforms from unlicensed offshore websites. The agency maintains a “Legal vs. Illegal Gaming” webpage, which includes a full list of authorized internet gaming and sports betting operators, tips for identifying fake ads and unlicensed platforms, and informational graphics and videos shared across the MGCB’s social media channels, including Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), and Instagram.

“Illegal operators often copy familiar names or logos to trick people,” Williams said. “We want Michiganders to know how to protect themselves and where to find legitimate, safe entertainment.”