The war on illegal gambling in the U.S. isn’t slowing down. This time, regulators from Michigan and Arizona have shut down 19 unlicensed gambling sites, sending them cease-and-desist letters.

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Michigan: Over 130 Sites Shut Down This Year

The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has just added 15 more sites to the list of casino games and betting without a license — that’s 130 in 2025 alone. See the official MGCB release.

Among the newly banned names: 7 Bit Casino, Avia Games, Liberty Slots, Miami Club Casino, Vegas2Web, and others. All were caught violating state laws like the Lawful Internet Gaming Act and the Michigan Penal Code by targeting Michigan users without proper authorization.

“These operators act like legit gaming platforms, but they don’t protect players or follow any rules,” said MGCB director Henry Williams. “We’ll keep cracking down — if you want to run a gambling business here, play by the rules.”

Arizona: Illegal “Sweepstakes” Sites Under Fire

Meanwhile, the Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) has its own list of offenders. Four sites — Fliff, Thrillzz, BettySweeps, and Pulsz Casino — were found offering sweepstakes-style casino games and unlicensed sportsbook betting.

These operators now face serious legal claims under Arizona law, including felony charges like:

  • Promotion of Gambling
  • Illegal Control of an Enterprise
  • Money Laundering

“Our job is to protect Arizonans from the risks of shady gambling platforms,” said ADG director Jackie Johnson.

Just last week, Arizona also launched a statewide education campaign to help players identify legal operators and get help with gambling issues. The PSAs are already running across TV, radio, and digital platforms, directing users to the Check Your Bet tool.

The message from both states is clear: illegal gambling sites are not welcome, and regulators are stepping up enforcement to keep the online space safe.