Michigan Gaming Board Issues Cease‑and‑Desist Orders to 45 Offshore Casino Operators

In April 2026 the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) sent cease‑and‑desist letters to 45 offshore gambling operators that were offering online casino games or sports‑betting to Michigan residents without proper state approval. The action follows a booming legal market: licensed Michigan internet gaming and sports‑betting operators reported $399.8 million in combined gross receipts for December 2025 and $3.8 billion for the full year.

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